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LJ Hooker Franchise Opportunity

One of Australia's oldest and best-known real estate franchise networks, founded by Sir Leslie Hooker in 1928. Around 390 offices across Australia and New Zealand covering residential, commercial and rural.

390 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1970

How much does a LJ Hooker franchise cost?

A LJ Hooker franchise requires a total investment of $100,000$350,000 all-in, comprising a $50,000 initial fee and a 6.0% royalty and a 2.0% marketing levy.

Source: Franchisor-published (web): ljhooker.com.au · verified July 2026 · franchisor-published. See full cost breakdown →

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

LJ Hooker fees vs Real Estate median · Fee Index Q2 2026 (n=39)
FeeLJ HookerCategory median 
Royalty (% gross sales)6.0%8.0%below median
Marketing levy (% gross sales)2.0%2.0%at median

Medians from the Real Estate Fee Index. See methodology.

Network history

Units opened / closed / transferred (last 4 years)
YearOpenedClosedTransferredTotal units

Where disclosure item-6 data is obtainable. verified July 2026.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
SydneyNew South WalesrecruitingJuly 2026
BrisbaneQueenslandrecruitingJuly 2026
MelbourneVictoriarecruitingJuly 2026

LJ Hooker by state: New South Wales · Victoria · Queensland · Western Australia · South Australia · Tasmania · Australian Capital Territory · Northern Territory

Frequently asked questions

How much does a LJ Hooker franchise cost?

A LJ Hooker franchise requires a total investment of $100,000–$350,000 all-in, including a $50,000 initial fee (Franchisor-published (web): ljhooker.com.au).

What are LJ Hooker's ongoing fees?

LJ Hooker charges a 6% royalty and a 2% marketing levy.

Is LJ Hooker on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Yes — LJ Hooker has a current ACCC Register entry.

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