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History

The evolution of the revolution

Early years

While attending University in 1997, the PropertyGuys.com founders noticed how the power of the Internet could be leveraged to help homeowners sell their homes privately. Until such time, if one remembers, you really only had two options: You could go down to hardware store and pick up one of those orange ‘for sale by owner’ signs or you could pay exorbitant sales commissions to a real estate agent. The team decided there was an opportunity to create a professional, flat-fee alternative between the two extremes.

Putting the web to work

Knowing they had a winning model on their hands, they prepared a business plan and secured funding for their new venture. Immediately, they launched www.PropertyGuys.com in Moncton, NB, complete with an interactive website that allowed for efficient buying and selling of properties.

The private sale revolution

Immediately, it was apparent the company was heading for immense success as consumer and media interest mounted. At this point, it was clear that homeowners recognized the value, and simplicity, of private selling and that the real estate industry was never going to be the same again.

Expanding the dream

The company began receiving inquiries from individuals interested in the business model. Realizing the potential benefits of franchising, the company began preparing for this monumental challenge and soon developed, and launched, the successful franchise model and support system you see today.

Explosive growth

In late 2001, PropertyGuys.com sold its first franchise, then went on to sell an impressive 10 franchise units in Atlantic Canada in the next 10 months. The company then opened up the franchise system nation wide and have not looked back since. Today, an average of one new franchise is sold every week.

Clearly, private selling is here to stay and PropertyGuys.com is leading the way. If you think you’re the one who should represent this award-winning system in your community, take control of your future and get involved today.

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