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Franchising in Residential Brokerage

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John D. Benjamin () (Kogod School of Business, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016)
Peter Chinloy () (Kogod School of Business, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016)
Donald Jud () (Bryan School of Business and Economics, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC 27412-5001)
Daniel T. Winkler () (Bryan School of Business and Economics, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC 27412-5001)
Abstract

This paper explores the profitability of real estate franchises. The database for the study consists of observations from the National Association of Realtors©' 2001 survey of real estate brokerage firms. Franchises are found to generate additional revenue for franchisees. However, net margins defined as the difference between revenues received and expenses paid (including franchise royalties) are lower for firms with franchises. The findings indicate that franchisors appear to extract the excess rents from the franchisee.

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Volume (Year): 28 (2006)
Issue (Month): 1 ()
Pages: 61-70
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  7. Mathewson, G Frank & Winter, Ralph A, 1985. "The Economics of Franchise Contracts," Journal of Law & Economics, University of Chicago Press, vol. 28(3), pages 503-26, October.
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  10. Marsha L. Richins & William C. Black & C.F. Sirmans, 1987. "Strategic Orientation and Marketing Strategy: An Analysis of Residential Real Estate Brokerage Firms," Journal of Real Estate Research, American Real Estate Society, vol. 2(2), pages 41-54. [Downloadable!]
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