Cash Investment: $12,500 – $210,000
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Total Investment: $32,220 – $209,275
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Minimum Net Worth Required: $100,000
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Franchise Fee: $25,000
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Royalty Fee: Technology fee of $50 per user and $200 per transaction
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Advertising Fee: Currently not charged
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Item 19 (Financial Performance Representation): No
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Average Number of Employees: 1
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Visa Candidates: Not Available
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Passive Ownership: Yes
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Home-Based: Yes, virtual office allowed
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B2B Model: No
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Master Franchise Opportunities: Yes
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Veteran Discount: No
Established
2013
Franchise Units
57
Minimum Investment
$32,220
Franchise Fee
$25,000
Total Investment Range
$209,275
Home Based
No
Description
Elevate Your Career: The 1st Class Real Estate Franchise Experience
In an industry often bogged down by high overhead and rigid traditionalism, 1st Class Real Estate stands out as a modern disruptor. We aren’t just another brokerage; we are a technology-driven powerhouse designed for the 2026 market. Founded on the principle of "changing lives and selling a few homes along the way," 1st Class Real Estate has carved out a unique position in the USA as the premier Virtual Real Estate Franchise model.
Our reputation is built on flexibility and agent-centric success. While legacy brands are struggling with the costs of massive brick-and-mortar footprints, 1st Class Real Estate empowers entrepreneurs to run lean, agile, and highly profitable businesses. Whether you choose a physical office or our pioneering virtual model, our brand is synonymous with innovation, speed, and a "family-first" culture that values people over transactions.
Background
Founded: 2012 (Franchising since 2018)
Founder: Rhyan Finch
Active Units: 57
Headquarters: Virginia Beach, Virginia
Category: Real Estate Brokerage & Virtual Business Services
The journey began when Rhyan Finch, an expert in distressed properties and high-volume sales, realized that the traditional brokerage model was outdated. After leading his own team to be ranked among the top in the US by the Wall Street Journal, he launched 1st Class Real Estate to share his blueprint for success. Since opening up for franchising, the brand has exploded across the USA, recognized for its disruptive "Freedom Model" that gives owners the tools to compete with industry giants while maintaining the agility of a startup.
Support Training
Franchisees benefit from robust support and training, including:
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Comprehensive onboarding and startup support
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Business planning and leadership coaching
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Weekly mastermind sessions
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Access to 24/7 online training platform
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Recruiting and retention systems
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Marketing templates and tech stack integration
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CRM tools, IDX website, and transaction management systems
1st Class Real Estate ensures that every franchisee has the tools and guidance necessary to build a high-performing real estate business.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal franchisee is:
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A licensed real estate broker or agent ready to step into a leadership role
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Passionate about real estate and business ownership
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Committed to building a strong team and office culture
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Entrepreneurial, driven, and coachable
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Willing to implement the franchise’s systems and best practices
This opportunity is perfect for professionals who want to scale a brokerage with the backing of a nationally recognized brand.