The multi-million-dollar vacation rental management company currently manages 1000’s of turn-key, fully-stocked vacation rentals in 89+ locations, and was named by Rentals United as a world’s Top 50 property rental manager.
Each property offers the chance for guests to have a great experience at their destination, thanks to the custom accommodations provided at each property. Grand Welcome has partnerships with many top online travel agencies (OTA’s), including AirBnB, Expedia, VRBO, FlipKey, HomeAway, Orbitz, and TripAdvisor, to name a few.
“Our long-term focus is on providing unprecedented value and service to our franchisees and property owners, via technology and marketing. The goal is to produce high revenue vacation rentals, and best in class 5-star service for our vacationing guests— our ultimate goal is to reshape the vacation rental industry.”Brandon Ezra, Founder of Grand Welcome
Grand Welcome began with managing a few condominiums in Mammoth Lakes and quickly became the largest in the region. Over the next few years the expansion continued. Multiple highly desired destinations were added to the Grand Welcome portfolio. While expanding, Ezra recognized the improvements and advances that were needed in the vacation rental industry. From there, the Grand Welcome team began designing and developing user-friendly, industry leading systems.
Total investments rage from $67,750 – $169,750 and the brand is targeting property management, real estate professionals, and passionate entrepreneurs with strong sales, networking and customer service skills.
Grand Welcome provides training and support to franchisees every step of the way, from comprehensive training before, during and after opening. The strategic business model gives franchisees the systems, processes, technology, and support to help expand, develop, build, and grow, vacation rental management franchise businesses across the nation. Franchisees work on building their inventory of properties, and oversee house cleaning and maintenance vendors while providing resources for local guest services and ongoing property-owner relations.
Grand Welcome was recognized as one of Entrepreneur’s “Top New and Emerging Franchises” in 2022 and 2023 and a “Top Low-Cost Franchise in 2023.
Total Franchise Units Awarded: 89
Total Units Currently Operating: 70
Company Owned Units: 4
States Registered In: We are registering and offering franchises in all 50 States for 2024.
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No
Minimum Net Worth: $350,000
Franchise Fee:
$49,000 - Tier 2
$79,000 - Tier 3
$109,000 - Tier 4
Royalty: 8% of monthly net revenue
Ad:
1% - monthly net revenue - Brand Fund Fee,
$1,500-2,500 per month Local Advertising Fee
1.5% of gross revenue - Admin Fee
Item 19: Yes
Average Number of Employees: 1-3
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: Yes
Home-Based: Yes
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes, 15% off of the initial franchise fee
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
TRAINING
We provide a comprehensive training program designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need for success. Our program includes hands-on learning experiences, personalized coaching, and continuous support from experienced mentors and staff. With ongoing development opportunities and collaborative online programs, you'll be well-prepared and supported every step of the way.