Initial Franchise Fee: $34,500
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Initial Investment: $66,075 – $77,400
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Net Worth Requirement: $100,000
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Veteran Incentives: 15% off the franchise fee
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Royalty Fee: 8%
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Advertising Fee: $100 per month
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Agreement Term: 10 Years
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Franchise Term Renewable: Yes
Established
2009
Franchise Units
15
Minimum Investment
$66,075
Franchise Fee
$34,500
Total Investment Range
$77,400
Home Based
No
Description
360 Tour Designs is a premier real estate photography and marketing franchise that helps properties sell faster, at higher values, and with greater market visibility. With the shift to online property browsing, high-quality visuals have become a non-negotiable part of the selling process—and 360 Tour Designs has perfected the art.
Franchisees operate a modern, technology-driven business that requires no prior photography experience, thanks to the brand’s complete training and operational support. Using state-of-the-art cameras, drones, and 3D tour technology, each franchise delivers high-impact visual content that attracts more buyers and increases client satisfaction.
Background
Established Year: 2009
Franchise Units: ~18 locations nationwide (15 franchise-owned, 3 corporate)
Founders: Husband-and-wife team from Central Pennsylvania (names undisclosed publicly)
Industry Category: Real Estate Marketing, Commercial Photography, and Digital Media Services
360 Tour Designs began in Central Pennsylvania in 2009, founded by two entrepreneurs determined to improve how properties were marketed in the real estate industry. Initially serving a small local client base, the company quickly grew due to its superior image quality, customer-focused approach, and use of advanced technology. By 2014, the brand sold its first territory, and in 2019, the official franchise program launched nationwide.
Today, 360 Tour Designs operates across multiple U.S. states, with a strong focus on visual storytelling for real estate agents, commercial clients, architects, and developers. The brand offers photography, aerial drone imaging, 3D tours, videography, and floor plan creation—positioning itself as a one-stop shop for professional property marketing.
Support Training
Pre-Launch Training:
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Three-day, in-person training at corporate headquarters
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Step-by-step instruction on camera usage, photography techniques, and editing processes
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Business management, scheduling, and client communication training
Operational Support:
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Full start-up equipment package included (professional cameras, lenses, drones, software)
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Access to proprietary software for streamlined booking, editing, and delivery
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Pricing guides, marketing templates, and branded materials
Marketing Assistance:
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Initial local market launch strategy
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Corporate branding guidelines and ready-made promotional assets
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Social media and digital advertising support
Ongoing Support:
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Weekly group conference calls and ongoing skill upgrades
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On-demand training videos for refresher learning
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Continuous technical updates and marketing innovations
Ideal Candidate
1. Personality & Mindset
360 Tour Designs is looking for self-motivated, business-driven individuals who thrive on building relationships and delivering exceptional service. The perfect franchisee is:
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Entrepreneurial-minded – comfortable taking ownership of their business and decision-making.
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Customer-focused – genuinely enjoys working with clients and ensuring satisfaction.
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Goal-oriented – sets clear sales and service targets and actively works to exceed them.
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Adaptable & tech-friendly – open to learning photography, editing, and new marketing tools.
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Creative yet process-driven – balances artistic vision with the proven operational systems provided by the brand.
2. Skills & Experience
No professional photography background is required, but certain skills help franchisees succeed:
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Sales & Networking Skills – Ability to connect with real estate agents, developers, and local business owners.
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Time Management – Can balance photo shoots, editing, marketing, and client meetings effectively.
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Basic Technology Literacy – Comfortable using cameras, drones, editing software, and online booking systems (training provided).
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Team Leadership (Optional) – If scaling with a team, must be able to hire, train, and manage staff or subcontractors.
3. Financial Readiness
A qualified franchise candidate should be financially stable to cover startup costs and initial business operations until reaching profitability:
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Liquid Capital: Minimum $25,000
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Net Worth: Minimum $100,000
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Franchise Fee: $23,000 (included in total investment range)
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Total Startup Investment: $44,780 – $56,050 (includes equipment, marketing, and training)
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Ability to manage 6–12 months of working capital during business ramp-up.
The ideal franchisee will:
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Choose a territory with strong real estate activity — high turnover in property sales/rentals means more demand for services.
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Focus on areas with active commercial development for B2B marketing opportunities.
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Operate in eligible U.S. states (currently not available in CA, HI, MI, MN, ND, NY, RI, SD, WI due to registration restrictions).
