Established in 2014, NextHome is a contemporary real estate franchise with its main office located in Pleasanton, California. That same year, the company launched its franchising operations, built around a philosophy that puts people at the center of the business.
NextHome focuses on residential real estate and offers its members a comprehensive suite of tools, including technology platforms, marketing resources, and professional training. This integrated model empowers agents to form meaningful client connections and streamline the transaction process.
To elevate its brand image, NextHome collaborated with renowned design firm Pentagram to create a clean and modern visual identity. This standout branding resonates strongly with homebuyers, sellers, and real estate professionals.
Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
NextHome provides several types of training programs to its franchisees:
NextHome does not offer territory protection to its franchisees. Each franchisee is granted a non-exclusive license to operate at a specified location approved by the franchisor.
There are no exclusive territories or geographic protections provided, and franchisees may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned locations, or even from other distribution channels under different branding.
The franchisor and its affiliates retain the right to list properties, market, solicit clients, and provide services anywhere, including within the same area served by an existing franchise.
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