ERA Real Estate franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The ERA Real Estate franchise fee is $0 to $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $33,370 to $259,800, with about $20,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the ERA Real Estate FDD.
What are the ERA Real Estate franchise fees and investment?
The ERA Real Estate franchise requires a franchise fee of $0 to $25,000 and a total initial investment of $33,370 to $259,800. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $0 to $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $33,370 to $259,800 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $20,000 |
| US locations | 444 |
| Industry | Real Estate (Brokerage) |
| Headquarters | Madison, New Jersey |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Franchising since | 1996 |
How does the ERA Real Estate investment compare with other real estate franchises?
ERA Real Estate's minimum investment of $33,370 is at or below the median minimum investment of $97,161 across the 116 real estate franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 95 of the other 115 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $0 compares with an industry median of $34,750.
By minimum investment, ERA Real Estate belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the ERA Real Estate FDD?
Verify six parts of the ERA Real Estate Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether ERA Real Estate discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to ERA Real Estate?
These real estate franchises have the closest minimum investment to ERA Real Estate:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Real Living Real Estate | $20,000 | $33,145 to $198,821 |
| Lakefront Living | $25,000 | $33,065 to $40,505 |
| Realty World | $18,000 | $34,200 to $195,000 |
| MLS4owners | $20,000 | $31,750 to $55,400 |
| SnapHouss | $9,900 to $99,900 | $31,300 to $129,650 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a ERA Real Estate franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a ERA Real Estate franchise ranges from $33,370 to $259,800, including a franchise fee of $0 to $25,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a ERA Real Estate franchise?
ERA Real Estate lists a minimum of about $20,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many ERA Real Estate locations are there?
ERA Real Estate reported 444 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has ERA Real Estate been franchising?
ERA Real Estate started offering franchises in 1996 after the company was founded in 1996.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. ERA Real Estate and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by ERA Real Estate. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.