Sample Franchise Agreement

REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into on this ___ day of ________, 20, by and between:

Coast & Cottage, Inc., a [Florida] corporation with principal offices at [Lantana] ("Franchisor"),
and
[Franchisee Name], a [Type of Entity] organized under the laws of the State of [State] with its principal office at [Address] ("Franchisee").

1. GRANT OF FRANCHISE

Franchisor grants to Franchisee the non-exclusive, non-transferable right to operate a real estate brokerage business under the “Coast & Cottage” trademark, trade name, logos, and business system (collectively, the “System”) at a location approved in writing by Franchisor (the “Franchised Location”).

2. TERM AND RENEWAL

This Agreement shall be for an initial term of five (5) years, commencing on the Effective Date. Franchisee may renew for additional five-year terms upon satisfaction of renewal conditions, including Franchisor’s approval and execution of then-current franchise agreements.

3. INITIAL FRANCHISE FEE

Franchisee shall pay to Franchisor a one-time, non-refundable initial franchise fee of $[amount], due upon execution of this Agreement.

4. ROYALTIES

Franchisee shall pay Franchisor a royalty fee of [e.g., 6%] of gross revenues, payable on a monthly basis no later than the 10th day of the following month.

5. BRAND STANDARDS AND OPERATIONS

Franchisee agrees to operate the franchised business in compliance with Franchisor’s operations manual, policies, and procedures, including but not limited to:

  • Use of trademarks and signage

  • Advertising and marketing guidelines

  • Broker licensing compliance

  • Staff training and conduct

6. MARKETING FUND

Franchisee shall contribute [e.g., 1%] of gross revenues to a national marketing fund managed by Franchisor. Contributions are due monthly along with royalty payments.

7. TRAINING AND SUPPORT

Franchisor will provide initial training and ongoing support, including:

  • Broker onboarding

  • Technology and CRM access

  • Compliance updates

  • Business development tools

8. CONFIDENTIALITY

Franchisee shall not disclose any confidential information received from Franchisor, including operational materials, customer data, or marketing strategies, during or after the term of this Agreement.

9. TERMINATION

Franchisor may terminate this Agreement upon notice if Franchisee:

  • Fails to pay fees

  • Breaches confidentiality or brand standards

  • Becomes insolvent or bankrupt

  • Loses required real estate licensing

Franchisee may terminate with 90 days’ written notice, subject to settlement of all financial obligations.

10. POST-TERMINATION OBLIGATIONS

Upon termination or expiration:

  • Franchisee shall immediately cease use of all trademarks, branding, and proprietary systems.

  • All outstanding royalties and fees shall be paid within 30 days.

  • Franchisee shall return or destroy all proprietary materials.

11. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Insert State], without regard to conflict of law principles.

12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. Any changes or modifications must be in writing and signed by both parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

COAST & COTTAGE, INC.
By: ___________________________
Name:
Title:

[FRANCHISEE NAME]
By: ___________________________
Name:
Title: