SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Sotheby’s International Realty franchises operate real estate brokerage offices offering defined brokerage services from specified locations under the prestigious Sotheby’s International Realty® brand. The business model involves paying initial franchise fees ranging from $0 to $25,000 and ongoing royalties to the franchisor for brand licensing, marketing support, and operational guidance. They primarily target luxury real estate markets, serving high-net-worth clients buying, selling, or renting premium properties.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 2% brand marketing fund + $1,000-$3,000/yr software maintenance fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY Compares
Key Insights
- #3 largest franchise system in Real Estate Brokerage
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Real Estate Brokerage
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY Current | $46K – $325K | $25K | 6.0% | 666 |
| Century 21 Real Estate LLC | $35K – $279K | $25K | 6.0% | 1,734 |
| Century 21 Real Estate | $35K – $279K | $25K | 6.0% | 1,734 |
| ERA | $33K – $260K | $25K | 6.0% | 444 |
| ERA | $33K – $260K | $25K | 6.0% | 444 |
| REALTY ONE GROUP | $47K – $228K | $25K | 0.0% | 410 |
Real Estate Brokerage Average 20 franchises | $48K – $296K | $26K | 5.4% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 20 Real Estate Brokerage franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+30 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY franchisees (2021 – 2024)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
712 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Non-renewal of franchise agreement, breach of contract, and related torts including constructive termination.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY franchise ranges from $46,150 to $324,850. This includes a franchise fee of $25,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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