How many NEXTHOME franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, NEXTHOME has 587 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2014.

Can you get an SBA loan for a NEXTHOME franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for NEXTHOME franchises. We have historical SBA 7(a) loan data on file including approval counts, average loan amounts, and default rates. Get full access to see the complete SBA loan history.

Is NEXTHOME a good franchise to buy?

NEXTHOME shows several positive indicators: established brand with 587+ locations, low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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NEXTHOME

NextHome, Inc. offers franchises for operating real estate brokerage offices under the NextHome brand, specializing in the sale and leasing of residential and commercial properties as well as other real estate-related activities. The business model leverages the NextHome System, including proprietary methods, technology, marketing strategies, training, and vendor relationships, with franchisees paying initial fees starting at $5,000 for a 1-year term or $10,000 for 5 years, plus total investments from $16,750 to $221,595. The target market primarily consists of buyers and sellers of residential real estate in urban residential and business locations, competing in a highly developed and regulated industry.

FDD Year:

587locations

$17K–$222K

Since 2014

Real EstatePleasanton, CAwww.nexthome.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$10,000

Initial Investment

$16,750 – $221,595

Royalty Rate

N/A

Brand Fund

N/A

Fixed Monthly Fees

$125 – $125

$125/mo base franchise fee + per-agent monthly flat fees ($100-$210 depending on model/team) or per-transaction fees ($299-$575) + technology fees ($25-$90 depending on model); no % of sales royalty or ad fund.

Financial Performance

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NEXTHOME Franchise Analysis

In the cutthroat world of real estate brokerage, NextHome stands out with its agent-centric model and tech-forward approach launched in 2014 from Pleasanton, California. Franchise disclosure documents hint at a flexible entry point and unconventional fee structure that avoids traditional royalties, but a recent dip in locations raises eyebrows. What does the contraction from 608 to 587 units signal for ambitious brokers eyeing this opportunity?

Item 7 in the 2026 FDD outlines initial investments ranging from $16,750 to $221,595, with franchise fees of $5,000 for a one-year term or $10,000 for five years—far lower barriers than many competitors demanding six figures upfront. Ongoing fees keep it lean: a $125 monthly base, plus $100-$210 per agent monthly or $299-$575 per transaction, layered with $25-$90 tech fees, but zero percentage-of-sales royalties or ad funds. No Item 19 earnings claims means no validated revenue or profit figures, forcing buyers to dig into alternatives like the single SBA loan on record averaging $350,000 for financing insights.

System metrics paint a mixed picture of resilience amid market headwinds: 9 terminations, 24 non-renewals, 9 transfers, yet 53 projected new units signal confidence. The -3% growth contraction underscores real estate's cyclical nature, but 587 locations since franchising in 2014 show established footprint in urban residential markets. Buyers must probe FDD Items 20 and 21 for litigation risks and deeper performance trends, weighing if NextHome's vendor network and training can deliver in a regulated, competitive arena.

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Analysis based on the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.

How NEXTHOME Compares

Key Insights

Lower investment than 92% of Business Services franchises
Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Business Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
NEXTHOME Current	$17K – $222K	$10K	N/A	587
Bimbo Foods Bakeries Distribution, LLC	$14K – $607K	N/A	N/A	6,454
THE UPS STORE (TRADITIONAL)	$216K – $609K	$30K	5.0%	4,500
RE/MAX	$37K – $337K	$35K	1.0%	2,994
JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE	$71K – $105K	$25K	15.0%	2,744
CRUISE PLANNERS	$2K – $21K	$11K	3.0%	2,655
Business Services Average 198 franchises	$121K – $289K	$47K	10.2%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 198 Business Services franchises by location count.