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When you think of the word “franchising,” property probably is not the first thing to come to mind. But perhaps it should be! Of the top 30 fastest growing franchise opportunities as ranked by Entrepreneur.com, four are property business franchises, and no fewer than thirty realty franchise opportunities are available for the interested entrepreneur.

What makes property franchises even more appealing is the dynamic and exciting nature of the housing market. Imagine being able to earn significant income while helping others find that all-important place to hang their hats? Or facilitating the renovation a houseowner has wanted for so long.

And if you’re thinking that purchasing a franchise in such a lucrative industry as property will surely prove too costly, think again. Contrary to a popular misconception regarding franchises, several property franchise opportunities are available at a startup cost that promises not to break your budget. Indeed, capitalizing on the unlimited potential of this market can be as simple as doing a bit of research to determine which property franchise is right for you and then diving right in!

To help you choose a property business franchise that is right for you, the following will provide a head-start look at several property franchise opportunities, both from established corporations and newer corporations. These franchises cover a wide variety of property services including property management, property advertising sales, and general house sales. In addition, startup costs for these opportunities range from low- to mid-level.

property Franchises

property franchise opportunities vary from general to niche. While this directory lists only a few of the many property franchise opportunities, it provides a sampling of the choices available to property entrepreneurs.

1) Real Property Management

Real Property Management has been in business for over 20 years and offers support ranging from training and software packages to business cards and marketing brochures. Capitalizing on the growing property management industry, this franchise carries a startup cost of between £20,000 and £30,000.

2) houseLife Realty Services, Inc.

Catering to licensed property brokers or agents only, houseLife Realty Services provides an opportunity for franchisees to join an established and patented property system. houseLife Realty requires liquid capital of £50,000 - £100,000 and a total capital investment of £50,000. For a franchise fee of £15,000 and a low monthly flat fee of £299 for the principal broker and just £115 for each additional full-time associate, houseLife Realty Services provides national advertising and access to its 5 Star Marketing System. In addition, franchisees reap the benefit of professional training, support services, and technical services.

3) house & Lands Magazine

Established in 1973, house & Lands has been in business for over 30 years. This network of over 330 magazines boasts an annual production of approximately 62 million magazines that cover thousands of communities in the United States and Canada. house & Lands franchisees receive individual, non-overlapping territories in which to sell advertisements to property professionals. With a £50,000 minimum liquid capital requirement and a net worth requirement of £150,000, house & Lands Magazine is an choice for those looking for a low-to-mid investment level franchise. Providing the benefit of extensive training, house & Lands offers opportunities both for those with prior property experience and for those without any prior industry experience.

4) Direct Build Construction Consulting Franchise

If housebuilding is your passion, then Direct Build Construction Consulting Franchise may be the perfect choice for you. This unique niche industry opportunity provides construction consulting services to individuals who want to serve as their own general contractor. Established in 2005, Direct Build Construction Consulting offers franchisees several support services including marketing & advertising, customized software, operations/systems training, sales training & assistance, operation manual, and owner-builder manual. With a startup investment of £75,000 to £150,000 and a liquid capital requirement of £150,000, Direct Build Construction qualifies a potential franchisee candidate as someone who either has a “proven track record of housebuilding experience as a general contractor or similar construction ownership or managerial experience,” or who are is an “entrepreneurial business person who enjoys operating a service business and is knowledgeable in marketing and sales.”

5) Sell4Free property

Established in 1996, Sell4Free property is a full-service property corporation in which Sell4Free agents waive the listing fee with the stipulation that the houseowner will purchase another house. If the houseowner does not purchase another house, then the Sell4Free agent and the houseowner negotiate a commission for the agent. Sell4Free is a privately held corporation that currently operates in 10 states and has over 20 franchises. And with a startup fee that can be as low as £30,000 to £40,000 Sell4Free property is a great choice for entrepreneurs looking for a low-cost property franchise.

These five corporations represent just a fraction of the more than thirty property franchise opportunities available to the interested entrepreneur. Whether your budget is large or small and whether your interest is purchasing, selling, repairs, or development, chances are there is a property business franchise opportunity that is a right for you!