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Real estate agencies like&nbsp;<a href="https://www.century21.com/about-us/franchise?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=which-real-estate-companies-are-franchises-2718402" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Century 21</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/become-an-affiliate-international?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=which-real-estate-companies-are-franchises-2718402" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Sotheby's</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.remax-franchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=which-real-estate-companies-are-franchises-2718402" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">RE/MAX</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coldwellbankerinternational.com/franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=which-real-estate-companies-are-franchises-2718402" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Coldwell Banker International</a> are all franchises with a national presence. A network of franchisees has allowed each of these brands to grow with national outreach, unlike other independent firms that can only specialize in certain areas.Real estate companies rely on a rich network of face-to-face interaction, as the industry often involves showings, negotiations and many drafted agreements. This calls for direct insights from a team of trusted, often local, individuals, which is why a franchise model is ideal for business operations.A reputable brand comes with a trustworthy history; this is often why homeowners will pursue real estate companies with a national presence. This is another reason why franchised real estate companies are often seen with high regard – a franchisee can still run a business as a personable and assistive operation, but a higher authority is in place to give homeowners peace of mind when it comes to being taken care of.Real estate franchises follow the same protocols as other franchises; a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is finalized for a new owner, a territory is often mapped out and franchisees are able to take on a team of employees just like any franchised business.It looks a little different when it means hiring licensed real estate agents instead of general employees, but the principles of franchise operations remain the same.A corporate team of executives can ensure that each independent franchise receives the support they need for success in new territories, which is a difficult task for non-franchise businesses to complete on their own. A corporate team can expedite the legal process involved with representing new territories, which can allow real estate professionals to direct their attention toward the actual act of selling homes.

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