Real Estate franchises

Ray White franchise: cost, terms and territories

Australasia's largest real estate group, founded in Crows Nest, Queensland in 1902 and still family-owned. Around 700 offices in Australia covering residential, commercial, rural and property management.

714 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1988Registered as The Ray White (Real Estate) Partnership
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.

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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 Ray White franchise cost?

A Ray White franchise requires a total investment of $150,000–$350,000 all-in, comprising a $60,000 initial fee and a 6.0% royalty and a 2.0% marketing levy.

Source: Published on thefranchiseaccountant.com.au · captured July 2026. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Is Ray White right for you?

  • Budget: $150,000–$350,000 all-in to start. Compare franchises under $150k.
  • Agreement term: 5 or more years; option to renew: No.
  • Where it operates: every state and territory, with 714 units in Australia.
  • Terms to ask about: franchisor can change the agreement: No; restricts who you can buy supplies from: Yes; restraint of trade after exit: Other; goodwill compensation on exit: No.

Agreement answers from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register, captured 2026-08-19. Before you commit, work through the questions to ask a franchisor and compare other Real Estate franchises.

Fees vs the market

Ray White vs the Real Estate median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeRay WhiteCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$150K–$350K$80,000–$350,000 (35)above median

Medians from the Real Estate Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

How big is the Ray White network?

714venues in Australia
709franchised businesses
5company-owned units
548franchisees (operators)
43years operating in Australia

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

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006265) · captured 2026-08-19.

What are the key terms of the Ray White franchise agreement?

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew No

Restraint of trade after exit Other

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006265) · captured 2026-08-19.

What has Ray White disclosed for your due diligence?

Ray White’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 applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006265) · captured 2026-08-19.

Who is the franchisor behind Ray White?

Website www.raywhitegroup.com

Phone (07) 3231 2000

Email legal@raywhite.com

Registered office Level 26, 111 Eagle Street, BRISBANE Qld 4000

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006265) · 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.

How Ray White’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Where is Ray White recruiting?

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
QueenslandBrisbanerecruitingcaptured July 2026
New South WalesSydneyrecruitingcaptured July 2026
VictoriaMelbournerecruitingcaptured July 2026

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Ray White franchise: common questions

How much does a Ray White franchise cost?

A Ray White franchise requires a total investment of $150,000–$350,000 all-in, including a $60,000 initial fee (Published on thefranchiseaccountant.com.au).

What are Ray White's ongoing fees?

Ray White charges a 6% royalty and a 2% marketing levy.

Is Ray White on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

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