Windermere Real Estate

$WRENF500 #501
CategoryServices
SubcategoryReal Estate
Locations299
Franchisee Count317
Franchise Fee$25,000
Item 7 Low$271,000
Item 7 Midpoint$721,000
Item 7 High$1,171,000
Royalty FeesFive percent (5%) of Gross Revenue; fees on residential commissions are capped per agent, per calendar year.
Ad / Brand Fund1%
Sold Not Open0
ParentWindermere Real Estate Services Company
Founded1983
Completeness27/34 (79%)
Years in Business42
Began Franchising1983
HQSeattle, WA
Executives20
Main Phone(206) 527-3801
FDD IssuedOctober 9, 2024
Last UpdatedAug 15, 2026
FDDs2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2018 · 2017 🔒
Franchisor

Windermere Real Estate Services Company offers franchises to operate Windermere real estate brokerage offices using the Windermere Real Estate name and trademarks.

Franchisees are required to submit Monthly Statistical Reports electronically using a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and must have a compatible personal computer and internet connection. WSC may require the acquisition of a broker management system from approved vendors, with installation and training to be completed within six months of notification.

Windermere Real Estate Services Company offers franchises to operate Windermere real estate brokerage offices using the Windermere Real Estate name and trademarks.

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