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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 1970Registered as LJ Hooker Franchising Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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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 & venues

269venues in Australia
269franchised businesses
0company-owned units
269franchisees (operators)
36years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006576) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew No

Restraint of trade after exit No

Goodwill compensation on exit Other

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006576) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

LJ Hooker’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyNo
Franchisor can change the agreementYes
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromNo
Agreement provides for arbitrationNo

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006576) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.ljhooker.com.au

Phone 0419 982 974

Email compliance@ljhooker.com

Registered office 29/85 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006576) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Available territories

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

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?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, LJ Hooker appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.