Keller Williams

$KWARF500 #175
CategoryServices
SubcategoryReal Estate
Locations1,217
Franchisee Count1,243
Franchise Fee$35,000
Item 7 Low$29,600
Item 7 Midpoint$183,048
Item 7 High$336,495
Royalty Fees6% of Gross Commission Income
Ad / Brand Fund1%
Sold Not Open0
ParentStone Point Capital LLC
PE / InvestorStone Point Capital LLC
Founded1987
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business38
Began FranchisingOctober 1987
HQAustin, TX
Executives8
LinksWeb
Main Phone(512) 327-3070
FDD IssuedMay 6, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 19, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Keller Williams Realty, LLC offers franchises for the development and operation of Keller Williams branded market centers, which are residential real estate brokerage businesses. The System is characterized by distinctive methods for attracting real estate brokers and salespersons, high ethical standards, Associate recruitment methods, uniform standards and specifications, training and consulting assistance, and profit-sharing programs.

Franchisees must use the MC Operating Software and maintain compliance with the Brand Standards Manuals, which include various operational guides. The training and operational support are provided by Keller Williams University faculty.

Keller Williams Realty, LLC offers franchises for the development and operation of Keller Williams branded market centers, which are residential real estate brokerage businesses. The System is characterized by distinctive methods for attracting real estate brokers and salespersons, high ethical standards, Associate recruitment methods, uniform standards and specifications, training and consulting assistance, and profit-sharing programs.

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