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LAST UPDATED: August 9, 2023 FRANCHISE WEBSITE:<a href="https://headquarters.kw.com/open-a-franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;https://headquarters.kw.com/open-a-franchise/</a> NUMBER OF LOCATIONS:&nbsp;1,100+ REPORTED COST TO GET IN:&nbsp;$183,230 to $336,980 REPORTED ROI (Item 19):&nbsp;N/A<a href="https://headquarters.kw.com/open-a-franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Keller Williams</a> is an international real estate franchise network that specializes in residential and commercial real estate. The brand operates as a real estate brokerage and offers services such as buying, selling and renting properties.Keller Williams, which is based in Austin, Texas, was founded in 1983 by Gary Keller and Joe Williams. The brand started offering franchise opportunities in 1987. As a result of its services, Keller Williams has been recognized as one of the highest-rated real estate companies by numerous publications, including<a href="https://headquarters.kw.com/press/keller-williams-ranked-no-1-real-estate-franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434#:~:text=About%20Keller%20Williams,1%2C100%20offices%20and%20191%2C000%20agents." target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;Entrepreneur</a>,<a href="https://fortune.com/ranking/americas-most-innovative-companies/2023/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;Fortune</a>,<a href="https://www.franchisetimes.com/top-500-2022/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;Franchise Times</a> and<a href="https://www.forbes.com/lists/worlds-best-employers/?sh=23b2bb211e0c&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;Forbes</a>.<h2>How Many Keller Williams Locations Are There?</h2>Keller Williams is the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count. The brand has more than 1,100 offices and 191K real estate agents across the globe.<h2>What Is Keller Williams' Business Model?</h2>Keller Williams says its business model is focused on being “agent-centric, technology-driven and education-based.” The brand emphasizes real estate agent training and development, and offers its agents comprehensive programs, online resources, and advanced tools to help them succeed as franchise owners and operators.Keller Williams also offers a profit-sharing program, which allows agents to participate in an arrangement where a portion of the profits generated by a market center is distributed among eligible agents. The firm believes this encourages a sense of teamwork and collaboration.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to Keller Williams’<a href="https://headquarters.kw.com/open-a-franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;website</a>, franchise owners have access to the following benefits:<ul><li>Competitive investment costs</li><li>Limitless earning potential</li><li>Around-the-clock training and support</li><li>&nbsp;Industry-leading technology</li><li>Additional revenue opportunities</li><li>One-of-a-kind culture</li></ul><h2>How Much Can Keller Williams Franchise Owners Make?</h2>Keller Williams does not have a publicly available Item 19. To learn more,<a href="https://headquarters.kw.com/contact-us/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;contact the team</a> about reading the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which will state the total earnings of any company or franchise-owned unit as a reference.<h2>How Much Does It Cost To Open a Keller Williams?</h2>The total investment necessary to begin the operation of a Keller Williams franchise ranges from $183,230 to $336,980. Interested parties must also have at least $150K in liquid capital.<h2>What Is the Franchise Fee for a Keller Williams?</h2>The initial franchise fee required to open a Keller Williams franchise is $35K.Franchise owners must also pay an ongoing royalty fee of 6%.<h2>Who’s On Keller Williams' Leadership Team?</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellergary/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Gary Keller — Executive Chairman of the Board</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-king-49184210/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Marc King — President at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-soteroff-5b51b95/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Bill Soteroff — President, Keller Williams Worldwide</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jplewis24/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">J.P. Lewis — Vice President of Keller Williams Worldwide</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilmmitchell/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">April Mitchell — Director of Franchise Relations</a></li></ul><h2>What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More About Keller Williams?</h2><ul><li><a href="https://headquarters.kw.com/press/keller-williams-ranked-no-1-real-estate-franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434#:~:text=About%20Keller%20Williams,1%2C100%20offices%20and%20191%2C000%20agents." target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Keller Williams Ranked No. 1 Real Estate Franchise</a></li><li><a href="https://outfront.kw.com/agents/keller-williams-named-to-forbes-ranking-of-worlds-top-female-friendly-companies/?utm_source=KW_Headquarters&amp%3Butm_medium=referral&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Keller Williams Named to Forbes Ranking of World’s Top Female-Friendly Companies</a></li><li><a href="https://outfront.kw.com/performance/in-q1-2022-keller-williams-agents-increased-sales-volume-output-and-thrived-with-strategic-partnerships/?utm_source=KW_Headquarters&amp%3Butm_medium=referral&amp%3B__hstc=151757670.b689fcc87073f607b620c7435dac7547.1691160692536.1691160692536.1691593227788.2&amp%3B__hssc=151757670.8.1691593227788&amp%3B__hsfp=3262127164&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;In Q1 2022, Keller Williams Agents Increased Sales Volume Output and Thrived With Strategic Partnerships</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdUXVCNn9Z0&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-keller-williams-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723434" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Keller Williams: The Home of the Dreamers &amp; Doers, Where Entrepreneurs Thrive</a></li></ul>Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. 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