SVN (Sperry Van Ness) is a commercial real estate franchise offering brokerage and advisory services, focusing on creating value for clients through collaboration and transparency.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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136
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-1%
-1%
Franchise fee
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$30,000
Investment
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$34,000 - $129,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
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n.a.
n.a.
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SVN International Corp. is a leading commercial real estate (CRE) franchise, founded in 2001 with a mission to enhance the industry through cooperation and organized competition.
Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, SVN began franchising in 2002 and has since grown to over 200 offices across six countries, supported by more than 2,000 advisors and staff.
SVN offers a wide range of CRE brokerage services, including investment sales, leasing, property management, and tenant representation. Its distinctive Shared Value Network model promotes transparency by encouraging fee and data sharing across the brokerage community. This approach fosters collaboration and maximizes value for clients.
What sets SVN apart is its commitment to inclusivity and innovation. As the only employee-owned Public Benefit Corporation in the CRE industry, SVN promotes a culture of accountability and shared success.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a SVN franchise is
$34,000 - $129,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
SVN offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of SVN Franchise
Initial Investment Range
Conversion SVN Franchise
$33,780 – $92,110
New SVN Franchise
$35,780 – $129,310
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a New SVN Franchise.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$30,000
Product Council Marketing Fund Fee
$0 - $1,800
Brokers License
$10 - $500
Insurance
$2,000 - $10,000
Lease and Security Deposit
$0 - $5,000
Leasehold Improvements
$0 - $5,000
Utility Deposits
$0 - $1,000
Signage: Interior, Exterior, Property
$50 - $3,500
Initial Office Furniture
$0 - $5,000
Initial Office Supplies
$0 - $1,500
Initial Office Equipment and Computer System
$0 - $3,500
Initial Business Cards, Stationery and other printed materials
$500 - $850
Legal and Professional Fees and Expenses
$0 - $5,000
Initial Advertising
$100 - $1,000
Training Expenses
$0 - $12,300
Additional Funds (3 months)
$3,120 - $43,360
Grand Total
$35,780 - $129,310
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SVN offers 2 types of franchises:
Type of SVN Franchise
Initial Investment Range
Conversion SVN Franchise
$33,780 – $92,110
New SVN Franchise
$35,780 – $129,310
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a New SVN Franchise.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$30,000
Product Council Marketing Fund Fee
$0 - $1,800
Brokers License
$10 - $500
Insurance
$2,000 - $10,000
Lease and Security Deposit
$0 - $5,000
Leasehold Improvements
$0 - $5,000
Utility Deposits
$0 - $1,000
Signage: Interior, Exterior, Property
$50 - $3,500
Initial Office Furniture
$0 - $5,000
Initial Office Supplies
$0 - $1,500
Initial Office Equipment and Computer System
$0 - $3,500
Initial Business Cards, Stationery and other printed materials
$500 - $850
Legal and Professional Fees and Expenses
$0 - $5,000
Initial Advertising
$100 - $1,000
Training Expenses
$0 - $12,300
Additional Funds (3 months)
$3,120 - $43,360
Grand Total
$35,780 - $129,310
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is SVN's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
SVN had 136 total units in 2024, of which 136 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.
SVN provides a structured and multi-faceted training program to ensure franchisees effectively integrate into the network and maintain operational standards. The programs span initial orientation, ongoing learning, and specialized events designed for development.
SVN | Jumpstart: Mandatory for new franchisees, at least one owner must attend and complete this three-day in-person training within nine months of signing the agreement. This program covers essential operations and is offered at various hotel conference locations.
Trello Board Onboarding Program: A required three-month virtual training for new franchisees or Managing Directors, guiding them through integrating their business into the SVN platform. It is conducted online and currently offered at no charge.
SVN Annual Conference: Attendance by the franchisee or Managing Director is mandatory. This 2.5-day event provides business updates and networking, with associated attendance fees and travel costs borne by the franchisee.
Online Training Program: Optional courses available via internet or telephonic sessions, featuring modules on commercial real estate with 13 courses, each comprising 4–7 short instructional videos.
Territory Protection
SVN does not provide franchisees with an exclusive territory under its Franchise Agreement. Instead, franchisees are assigned a “Primary Market Area” (PMA), typically a metropolitan area or county, where they are expected to conduct more than 50% of their business.
However, this PMA is nonexclusive, and SVN reserves the right to license other franchisees or operate company-owned businesses within the same area. The franchisor and its affiliates may also offer or sell services under the same or different trademarks both within and outside of the assigned PMA.
There are no restrictions on who can be solicited for business, and all parties are free to advertise and operate across geographic boundaries. This setup offers limited territorial protection, relying instead on operational cooperation and internal policies among franchisees.
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