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Rainmaker
1,503,028
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

What I said to the last person

Aug 07, 2018 01:17 PM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

I've answered this question once today, and I'd be happy to answer yours if I saw a photo and  name.... no so much with blue man and Anonymous....

Aug 07, 2018 10:44 AM
Rainmaker
2,220,654
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

Aug 07, 2018 10:29 AM
Ambassador
5,230,159
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Whatever is important to YOU. You don't work for a broker - they work for YOU!

Aug 07, 2018 05:45 PM
Rainer
92,082
Jon K. Judd
Keller Williams Realty - Central Delaware - Dover, DE
GRI, e-PRO, SFR, Delaware Homes

This question was posted here within the last couple weeks or so...???

Aug 07, 2018 05:06 PM
Rainmaker
1,598,452
Valeria Mola
SIB Realty - Miami, Sunny Isles Beach - Sunny Isles Beach, FL
305-607-0709 SIB Realty Condos for Sale and Rent

Training. 

Aug 07, 2018 10:35 AM
Rainmaker
2,071,025
Evelina Tsigelnitskaya
SIB Realty - Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Do not interview the broker.

Ask for Help to start and be trained. 

 

Aug 07, 2018 07:46 PM
Rainmaker
399,703
PropertyMinder (AccelerAgent)
PropertyMinder, Inc. - San Jose, CA
Modern Tools for the Modern Agent
Aug 07, 2018 05:02 PM
Rainmaker
2,781,303
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Not important to focus on the broker as much. Start learning the business

Aug 07, 2018 02:27 PM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

If you read through today's question, you will see that this one was answered already.  A

Aug 07, 2018 11:30 AM
Rainmaker
7,836,442
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Check the previous answers for this question today.

Aug 07, 2018 11:09 AM
Rainmaker
4,883,260
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

I think this is a good start:

1. Do you provide formal training to agents?
2. Is there a program where new agents are mentored by top producers?
3. Are any of my training or class expenses eligible for reimbursement?
4. What is the starting commission split? Does it change with production?
5. Is there a bonus program?
6. What costs am I required to cover?
7. Am I required to have additional auto insurance?
8. Where do you advertise and who pays for it?
9. Are my desired farm areas already taken by other agents in the company?
10. Will I receive a copy of company policies to review?
11. What is the dress code for the office?
12. How many agents are in the company?
13. What is the average gross volume of your agents?
14. What commission does the company typically charge? Am I allowed to offer a lower rate?
15. What is your policy on referrals within the company and to outside agents?
16. Is there any clerical or support assistance available through the company?
17. Do you have regular meetings?
18. Is the environment team-based or individual?
19. Do you handle commercial listings or property management?
20. How many listings does the office typically have?
21. What is the company’s market share?
22. What are your office goals?
23. What are your expectations of me?
Aug 07, 2018 10:25 AM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA nailed this one!

Aug 08, 2018 05:32 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Many.

Aug 08, 2018 05:23 AM
Rainmaker
3,986,258
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Sorry this was asked 2 people before you

Aug 07, 2018 07:51 PM
Ambassador
6,393,609
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

I have put a lot of research into this and have your answer, give me a call.

Bob

Aug 07, 2018 06:21 PM
Rainmaker
2,390,681
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

I've been happy in general with my choices but of the two I dumped: one was the brokers lack of a moral rutter and the other was because of the excessive amount of paper work they required.... just one more form and then we will pay you... oops found another, and another.

Aug 07, 2018 05:38 PM
Ambassador
2,178,703
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

For new agents:
Integrity, training and support.

For experienced agents the priorities change.

Aug 07, 2018 05:25 PM
Rainmaker
4,161,147
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Many great responses.

Aug 07, 2018 12:58 PM
Rainmaker
1,622,432
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Choosing the right team is like dating, take time and do your homework.

Aug 07, 2018 12:48 PM
Rainer
247,699
Jerry Thomas-Construction Loans
Cranbrook Loans - Farmington Hills, MI
Construction Loans in MI, OH, PA, VA, GA and FL.

Do they live up to their word? Ask around. 

Aug 07, 2018 11:49 AM
Ambassador
2,684,109
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

   Please tell your instructor that most agents do not work FOR brokers.  Most agents are independent contractors, not employees.

Aug 07, 2018 10:49 AM
Ambassador
5,049,488
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Training, mentoring and accessibility when help is needed, and perhaps other things important to you.

Aug 07, 2018 10:47 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Height and weight.

Aug 07, 2018 10:33 AM
Rainmaker
809,258
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

This is a personal preference. Everyone has different needs in their business which is why there are so many brokerages and so many different business models.  Of course, the broker should be knowledgeable, available and honest. But what are YOU going to need? Mentorship? Coaching? Training? Office Space? Signs & Business Cards? Leads and clients handed to you? A Team? Receptionist/Transaction Coordinator Available?  The question isn't what is most important, the question is 'What is most important to YOU'? Good luck! -Kasey

Aug 07, 2018 10:30 AM
Rainmaker
1,311,772
John Juarez
The Medford Real Estate Team - Fremont, CA
ePRO, SRES, GRI, PMN

Training, mentorship if you are just starting out.

Lots of other things to consider but if you if you don't have support in the beginning you will not last.

Aug 07, 2018 10:30 AM
Ambassador
3,345,221
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

What is important to YOU!!  That is all that matters. 

Aug 08, 2018 09:43 AM
Rainmaker
5,217,392
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Check the answer I gave to Diana Reeve!

Aug 08, 2018 05:59 AM
Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

This question was answered yesterday and hundreds of times in the past. I suggest you do a bit of research and see responses. By the way, as a real estate agent, you do not work FOR a broker. You affiliate with a broker and work FOR yourself.

Aug 08, 2018 03:41 AM
Rainmaker
1,543,983
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

🙄

Aug 07, 2018 09:27 PM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Honesty, integrity, core competence.

Aug 07, 2018 06:24 PM
Rainmaker
1,045,440
Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

Please take a look at the NUMEROUS times this EXACT question has been asked and answered.. it was most recently asked just within the last day. 

Aug 13, 2018 02:03 PM
Rainmaker
3,988,007
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Make sure the culture matches yours and that you will get support and the broker has honesty and integrity.

Aug 08, 2018 06:28 PM
Rainmaker
4,800,082
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Honesty is a good one.

Aug 08, 2018 08:23 AM
Rainmaker
1,374,484
Joyce Marsh
Joyce Marsh Real Estate LLC - Daytona Beach, FL
Joyce Marsh Homes

Training. Interview many. 

Oct 31, 2018 12:49 AM
Rainmaker
5,868,689
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

One that offers training and is available when you need help.

Aug 10, 2018 07:27 AM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Trust.

Aug 09, 2018 08:56 PM