Many independent brokers are searching for an innovative real estate franchise, like Area Pro Realty (Area Pro Realtys franchise page.  Once these brokers find the best real estate franchise for them, they often find themselves (in this market) lacking the necessary start up capital. There are several sources of finances. When researching which real estate franchises available, always ask the sales rep for that company if in-house financing is available. Sometimes there is, and sometimes there isnt. If so, get the details of your in-house financing options (i.e. credit score needed, interest rate, amount financed, etc).

Another option for you is an SBA loan. SBA loans (or micro-loans from banks) are readily available for people with good credit scores and a solid business plan. Yes, you need a business plan even when buying a real estate franchised system.

Remember, when researching companies, there are literally dozens of real estate franchises for sale, make sure you pick one that suites your needs the best, in other words, research, research, research.