Valbridge franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Valbridge franchise fee is $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $69,914 to $163,529, 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 Valbridge FDD.
What are the Valbridge franchise fees and investment?
The Valbridge franchise requires a franchise fee of $25,000 and a total initial investment of $69,914 to $163,529. 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) | $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $69,914 to $163,529 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $20,000 |
| US locations | 43 |
| Industry | Real Estate |
| Headquarters | Mount Pleasant, South Carolina |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the Valbridge investment compare with other real estate franchises?
Valbridge's minimum investment of $69,914 is at or below the median minimum investment of $97,161 across the 116 real estate franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 64 of the other 115 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $25,000 compares with an industry median of $34,750.
What should you verify in the Valbridge FDD?
Verify six parts of the Valbridge 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 Valbridge 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 Valbridge?
These real estate franchises have the closest minimum investment to Valbridge:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Property Management Inc. | $64,900 to $90,000 | $70,125 to $148,000 |
| Hommati | $44,900 | $69,364 to $79,973 |
| First Choice Business Brokers | $40,000 | $69,150 to $98,100 |
| Grasons | $49,900 | $71,550 to $118,800 |
| Grand Welcome | $49,000 to $109,000 | $67,750 to $169,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Valbridge franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Valbridge franchise ranges from $69,914 to $163,529, including a franchise fee of $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 Valbridge franchise?
Valbridge 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 Valbridge locations are there?
Valbridge reported 43 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 Valbridge been franchising?
Valbridge started offering franchises in 2013 after the company was founded in 2013.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Valbridge and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Valbridge. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.