Town Money Saver franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Town Money Saver franchise fee is $29,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $38,100 to $49,400, with about $10,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Town Money Saver FDD.
What are the Town Money Saver franchise fees and investment?
The Town Money Saver franchise requires a franchise fee of $29,900 and a total initial investment of $38,100 to $49,400. 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) | $29,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $38,100 to $49,400 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $10,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Real Estate (Property Management & Real State) |
| Headquarters | Lucas, Ohio |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Franchising since | 2000 |
How does the Town Money Saver investment compare with other real estate franchises?
Town Money Saver's minimum investment of $38,100 is at or below the median minimum investment of $97,161 across the 116 real estate franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 93 of the other 115 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $29,900 compares with an industry median of $34,750.
By minimum investment, Town Money Saver belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Town Money Saver FDD?
Verify six parts of the Town Money Saver 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 Town Money Saver 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 Town Money Saver?
These real estate franchises have the closest minimum investment to Town Money Saver:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| 3% Realty, Simply Full Service Realty | $36,000 | $38,700 to $72,450 |
| Homes & Land | $27,000 | $39,100 to $96,000 |
| Realty World | $18,000 | $34,200 to $195,000 |
| ERA Real Estate | $0 to $25,000 | $33,370 to $259,800 |
| Real Living Real Estate | $20,000 | $33,145 to $198,821 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Town Money Saver franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Town Money Saver franchise ranges from $38,100 to $49,400, including a franchise fee of $29,900, 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 Town Money Saver franchise?
Town Money Saver lists a minimum of about $10,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Town Money Saver locations are there?
A current US unit count for Town Money Saver is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Town Money Saver been franchising?
Town Money Saver started offering franchises in 2000 after the company was founded in 1997.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Town Money Saver and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Town Money Saver. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.