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HouseMaster

Providing the industry-leading experience in home inspection services since 1971, HouseMaster® is a premier brand in the field. We’ve helped thousands of homebuyers and sellers make informed decisions by consistently offering the highest-rated inspections in the category. For over 40 years, we’ve made the right moves to help our company and every franchise owner who calls HouseMaster home thrive. Through the established systems that put us at the top of our industry, we provide owners a gratifying opportunity to build a franchise business they and their families can rely on for generations. Add in the experience of our leadership and strength of our company culture, and it’s no wonder at all why our average franchise owner has been in the system for 13+ years and our franchise owner satisfaction ratings are through the roof. It just works.

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Real Estate

Brand highlights

  • CEOMichael Anthony Davis
  • Headquarters1010 North University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76707
  • Year founded1971
  • Year started franchising1979
  • IndustryReal Estate
  • Locations open235 (-37 last three years)

Statistics & metrics

  • Investment range$73,878 - $132,689
  • Franchise fee$42,500
  • Royalty7.75%-6.25%
  • Brand fund2.5%-2%
  • Required Liquid Capital$25,000
  • Required Net Worth$150,000
  • Average Gross Sales - single territory$137,675

Brand superpowers

  • 96% Customer Satisfaction
  • Over 50 year of experience
  • Marketing Support
  • Training
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Ideal candidate profile

  • Relationship Builder
  • Passion to Help People
  • No Industry Experience Required
  • Values Outstanding Customer Service
  • Community Centric
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-04-01

The Franchisor & Executives
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Initial Franchise Fee
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Estimated Initial Investment
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Location data

Total locations235
Franchise locations235
Corporate locations0
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