Source: FranopolisHouseMaster
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor’s franchisees will operate a business providing building inspection and related services to residential and commercial customers.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor is a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor was organized as a Delaware limited liability company on November 13, 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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Our franchisees will operate a business providing building inspection and related services to residential and commercial customers.
We are a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC (“Parent”).
Source NotesWe were organized as a Delaware limited liability company on November 13, 2020.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Starter Tool Kit | $475 to $700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Starter Tool Kit 13/ $475 to $700 |
| Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending for Marketing Start-up Phase | $5,000 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending for Marketing Start-up Phase 14/ $5,000 to $15,000 |
| Rent | $0 to $750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Rent 8/ $0 to $750 |
| Professional Fees | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Professional Fees 11/ $0 to $2,000 |
| Marketing Materials and Supplies | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Marketing Materials and Supplies 4/ $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Vehicle & Vehicle Branding | $3,000 to $5,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Vehicle & Vehicle Branding 12/ $3,000 to $5,700 |
| Computer System | $100 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Computer System 6/ $100 to $2,500 |
| Software | $1,053 to $2,361 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Software 7/ $1,053 to $2,361 |
| Prepaid Expenses | $250 to $750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Prepaid Expenses 9/ $250 to $750 |
| Training Expenses | $500 to $2,900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Training Expenses 2/ $500 to $2,900 |
| Total Single Franchise | $73,878 to $132,689 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 TOTALS Single Franchise $73,878 to $132,689 |
| Insurance | $4,000 to $9,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Insurance 10/ $4,000 to $9,000 |
| Additional Funds for 3 months | $15,000 to $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Additional Funds for 3 months 15/ $15,000 to $30,000 |
| Office Equipment, Furniture | $0 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Office Equipment, Furniture 5/ $0 to $1,500 |
| Reunion Travel Expenses | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Reunion Travel Expenses $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Licensing Compliance Costs | $0 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Licensing Compliance Costs 3/ $0 to $10,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $42,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Initial Franchise Fee 1 / $ 42,500 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Late Fees on Software System Fees | $25 per month or the maximum amount allowed under the law, whichever is less. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Local Marketing Groups | Not to exceed 3% of Gross Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Additional Training Fees | Our then - current fee per trainee/per day, currently $0. If you request any other training in addition to the Initial Training Program, we may charge you a training fee of up to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Technology Package Fee | Technology Package Fee: currently $156.45/month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (i) $7,500 or (ii) 5% of the sales price of the Business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| QuickBooks Online | If you obtain QuickBooks Online through ZorWare, you will pay an additional fee of $30 to $220 per month depending on the license tier that you select. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Software System Enrollment Fee | The amount of the enrollment fee is $1,250. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Minimum Monthly License Fee | You must pay a minimum monthly License Fee for each Territory as follows: Months 0 to 9 None Months 10 to 15 Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($550.00) per month Months 16 to 27: Six Hundred Fifty Dollars ($650.00) per month Months 28 and thereafter: Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00) per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Insurance Fine | The greater of $10,000 or the cost of extended reported period insurance plus our expenses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
| Interest | 12% on unpaid balances | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Cross Territory Fine | Up to $5,000 per occurrence plus 50% of revenue generated from such infringing activity | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 |
| Key Accounts/Management Fee | Up to 5% of total Gross Sales related to Key Account work | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Internet Training Fee | Currently $0, but reserve the right to charge up to $50 per module (approximately 11 modules for initial training), or up to $500 for all modules. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Audit Noncompliance Fee | $500 per document (up to $2,500 per audit) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
| MAP Fee | 2½% of first $200,000 in Gross Sales per year, 2¼% on Gross Sales of $200,001 to $250,000, and 2% on Gross Sales over $250,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Annual Convention Registration Fee | Currently $1,000 or less per registrant | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 |
| Additional Franchise Portal User Accounts | Additional Franchise Portal User Accounts are available at $20 to $40/month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| VetFran Discount | If you qualify for the VetFran discount, you will receive a $6,000 discount. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Additional Microsoft Office365 Exchange, E1 and E3 Email Accounts | Additional Microsoft Office365 Exchange, E1 and E3 Email accounts are available at $5.50 to $30/month depending on type of account. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Renewal Fee | $2,500 for a five- year renewal term; $3,500 for a ten-year renewal term | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
| Initial Franchise Fee Paid by Franchisees | We collected initial franchise fees ranging from $42,676 to $57,924. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Community Heroes Program Discount | We have established a Community Heroes Program and may offer up to a $3,000 discount to qualifying franchisees. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Call Center Service Fees | $349.99 to $449.99/month plus $25 per booked appointment | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 |
| NIBI Technical Training Materials Fee | The cost of training materials, up to $350, plus shipping for each additional trainee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor has no obligation to provide you any financing, but the franchisor may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have no obligation to provide you any financing, but we may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 242 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 78 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor’s franchisees will operate a business providing building inspection and related services to residential and commercial customers.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor was organized as a Delaware limited liability company on November 13, 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
Our franchisees will operate a business providing building inspection and related services to residential and commercial customers.
We are a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC (“Parent”).
Source NotesWe were organized as a Delaware limited liability company on November 13, 2020.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Grayson Brown (Secretary of Manager and Franchisor, and EVP, General Counsel and Secretary of Neighborly).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 2 · View Source
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Source NotesSecretary of Manager and Franchisor, and EVP, General Counsel and Secretary of Neighborly: Grayson Brown
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $73,878 to $132,689. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTOTALS Single Franchise $73,878 to $132,689
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor’s affiliate ZorWare is currently the sole supplier of the Software System.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesOur affiliate ZorWare is currently the sole supplier of the Software System.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor has no obligation to provide you any financing, but the franchisor may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have no obligation to provide you any financing, but we may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
The initial franchise agreement lasts 10 years.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesInitial term is 10 years.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 242 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 78 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchised 2023 247 242 - 5
Find The Right Business For The Life You Want.
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