Realean franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Realean franchise fee is $19,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $24,710 to $40,220, with about $5,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Realean FDD.
What are the Realean franchise fees and investment?
The Realean franchise requires a franchise fee of $19,900 and a total initial investment of $24,710 to $40,220. 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) | $19,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $24,710 to $40,220 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $5,000 |
| US locations | 1 |
| Industry | Real Estate (Brokerage) |
| Headquarters | St. Petersburg, Florida |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Franchising since | 2017 |
How does the Realean investment compare with other real estate franchises?
Realean's minimum investment of $24,710 is at or below the median minimum investment of $97,161 across the 116 real estate franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 103 of the other 115 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $19,900 compares with an industry median of $34,750.
By minimum investment, Realean belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Realean FDD?
Verify six parts of the Realean 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 Realean 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 Realean?
These real estate franchises have the closest minimum investment to Realean:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Property Sellwise | $49,500 | $25,200 to $122,500 |
| Counselor | $7,500 to $15,000 | $22,850 to $105,700 |
| Frontier Adjusters | $15,000 | $21,500 to $30,450 |
| Mossy Oak Properties | $5,000 to $15,000 | $20,250 to $72,250 |
| Help-U-Sell | $17,750 | $29,650 to $67,650 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Realean franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Realean franchise ranges from $24,710 to $40,220, including a franchise fee of $19,900, 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 Realean franchise?
Realean lists a minimum of about $5,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Realean locations are there?
Realean reported 1 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 Realean been franchising?
Realean started offering franchises in 2017 after the company was founded in 2017.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Realean and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Realean. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.