Source: FranopolisMolly Maid
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor was formed on November 13, 2020 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · 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 System was initially developed and offered in Canada in 1979 by Molly Maid International, Inc.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
We are a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC (“Parent”).
Source NotesThe System was initially developed and offered in Canada in 1979 by Molly Maid International, Inc.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Hardware | $2,200 to $4,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Computer Hardware (6) $2,200 to $4,500 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $2,500 to $3,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (9) $2,500 to $3,500 |
| Insurance Deposit and Three Months Insurance Expense | $2,800 to $5,300 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Insurance Deposit and Three Months Insurance Expense (11) $2,800 to $5,300 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Leasehold Improvements (7) $1,000 to $5,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $100 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Permits and Licenses (10) $100 to $1,000 |
| Real Estate, Utility Deposits and Three Months’ Rent | $4,000 to $7,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Real Estate, Utility Deposits and Three Months’ Rent (8) $4,000 to $7,000 |
| Software Enrollment and Training Fee | $1,250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 Software Enrollment and Training Fee $1,250 |
| Training Expenses for Travel, Food and Lodging | $4,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Training Expenses for Travel, Food and Lodging (12) $4,000 to $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Professional Fees (13) $0 to $5,000 |
| Auto Lease Deposit and Lease Expense | $3,900 to $5,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 Auto Lease Deposit and Lease Expense (5) $3,900 to $5,500 |
| TOTAL | $144,150 to $203,950 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 TOTAL $144,150 to $203,950 |
| Territory Fee | $49,500 to $77,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 Territory Fee (2) $49,500 to $77,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $14,900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 Initial Franchise Fee (1, 3) $14,900 |
| Initial Startup Package | $8,000 to $9,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 Initial Startup Package (4) $8,000 – 9,000 |
| Additional Funds-3 Months | $50,000 to $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 Additional Funds-3 Months (14) $50,000 to $60,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee
- An initial franchise fee of $14,900 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”);
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An initial franchise fee of $14,900 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”);
2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 5
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 |
| Nonattendance fee for Reunion | may be charged $2,000 on a pro-rata basis based on number of days you miss | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | An initial franchise fee of $14,900 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”); | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Transfer Initial Package | These items typically cost $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| License Fee | 3 – 6 ½ % of Gross Sales except for “roll-in” sales. In addition, minimum license fees apply. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| 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 27 |
| MAP Contribution | the then-current fee (currently 2% of Gross Sales per week per Molly Maid franchise agreement that you have entered into with us). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Reunion and Regional Meetings fee | Currently up to $1,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Late Fee under Franchise Agreement | $10 per day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Territory Fee (mid-size market) | $33,000 to $49,500 for a mid-size market. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Additional Exchange email account | $5.50 per month for each additional exchange email account. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Call Center per booked appointment fee | plus $25 to $40 per booked appointment | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Additional Transfer Fee | $2,500 for the second and each additional franchised business being transferred at the same time | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Local Marketing Groups | Not to exceed 3% of Gross Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Technology Package | Currently $155.45 per month for the Technology Package. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Additional Franchise Portal User Account | Additional Franchise Portal User Accounts are available at $20 to $40/month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Territory Fee (standard-size market) | Territory Fees typically range from $49,500 to $77,000 for a standard-size market | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Key Accounts / Management Fee | Up to 3% of total Gross Sales related to Key Account work | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 |
| Late Fee on Software System Fees | $25 per month or the maximum amount allowed under the law, whichever is less. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Local Marketing Requirement | $1 per TH per year, which declines as Gross Sales increase, to a minimum of $0.15 per TH if criteria are met. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Interest | 12% per annum or the maximum permitted by law on unpaid balances. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Additional E1 email account | $19 per month for each additional E1 email account | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Software System enrollment fee | The amount of the enrollment fee is currently $1,250 per license granted to you. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Additional Training Fee | currently up to $100 an hour per attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Call Center Services Fee | $250.00 to $449.99/month plus $25 to $40 per booked appointment | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Additional E3 email account | $30 per month for each additional E3 email account | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Audit Noncompliance Fee | $500 per document (up to $2,500 per audit) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
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 Fees for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · 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 Fees for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 464 | 0 | 464 | 2026 FDD · PDF Pages 78, 79 · 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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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 481 464 -17
Company-Owned 2023 0 0 0
SourcesTotal Outlets 2023 481 464 -17
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 current franchisor was formed on November 13, 2020 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · 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 System was initially developed and offered in Canada in 1979 by Molly Maid International, Inc.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
We are a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC (“Parent”).
Source NotesThe System was initially developed and offered in Canada in 1979 by Molly Maid International, Inc.
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 20 · 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 $144,150 to $203,950. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTOTAL $144,150 to $203,950
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 Fees for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · 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 Fees for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
You do not receive the right to use an item covered by a patent but you can use the proprietary information in the franchisor’s Manuals and software which are described in Item 11.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 59 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesYou do not receive the right to use an item covered by a patent but you can use the proprietary information in our Manuals and software which are described in Item 11.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must offer and sell only the goods and services that conform to the franchisor’s standards and specifications. You must provide professional cleaning services.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must offer and sell only the goods and services that conform to our standards and specifications. You must provide professional cleaning services.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
The initial franchise agreement lasts 10 years.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 62 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesInitial term is 10 years.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 464 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Pages 78, 79 · Item 20 · View Source
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Find The Right Business For The Life You Want.
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Bring your questions about this brand, your priorities and the kind of business you want to run.
Your Role
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Your Market
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