1st Class Real Estate

$CREXF500 #501
CategoryServices
SubcategoryReal Estate
Locations70
Franchisee Count14
Franchise Fee$25,000
Item 7 Low$31,050
Item 7 Midpoint$117,250
Item 7 High$203,450
Royalty Fees6% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund1%
Sold Not Open0
ParentMidwest Investment Group, LLC
Founded2011
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business13
Began Franchising2026
HQOverland Park, KS
Executives3
Main Phone(757) 504-4636
FDD IssuedMarch 30, 2026
Last UpdatedSep 29, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 🔒
Franchisor

1st Class Franchising, LLC d/b/a 1st Class Real Estate offers franchises for the recruitment and support of 1st Class Real Estate Unit franchisees as an Area Representative business.

Franchisees must have an internet connection, email, a printer with scanning capabilities, and specified software, including QuickBooks online. The estimated cost for necessary computer systems and software is approximately $4,000 - $8,000.

1st Class Franchising, LLC d/b/a 1st Class Real Estate offers franchises for the recruitment and support of 1st Class Real Estate Unit franchisees as an Area Representative business.

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