

4,822,537
I believe Mr/Ms Anonymous has previously asked this question -- I also understand that they are selling the "secret sauce" and all the examination questions too.
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John Pusa
Glendale, CA
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Diana Zaccaro Broker A...
Cocoa Beach, FL
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
1,123,759
Sophia, I looked at your profile and it states "Training to reactivate my real estate license". Since you had to be previously licensed to reactivate, you should know the answer to this question.
In the event you don't or this is an online school requirement, Maria Sapio and Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041 gave you all the info you need...nothing I can add to their comments.
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Maria Sapio
Carlisle, PA
5,593,751
Maria Sapio gave you a great response!
Remember, you don't 'work' for a broker - they work for YOU! Whatever is important to you is what you look for in a broker.
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Diana Zaccaro Broker A...
Cocoa Beach, FL
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Maria Sapio
Carlisle, PA
1,551,690
ugh. not this question again.
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
564,544
Hello Sophia - and welcome to Active Rain!
This is one of the most frequently asked questions on our Q/A board, so I invite you to view the archives to see previously posted responses.
Here's one to start:
https://activerain.com/questions/show/45261/what-qualities-are-important-to-look-for-when-choosing-a-broker-to-work-for-
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Diana Zaccaro Broker A...
Cocoa Beach, FL
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
5,439,598
Asked and answered hundreds and hundreds of times here. Check out the archives. By the way... as a real estate agent you are an independent contractor and you don't work FOR any broker.
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Kathleen Daniels, Prob...
San Jose, CA
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Diana Zaccaro Broker A...
Cocoa Beach, FL
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
6,816,302
I spent a lot of time on this one, and the only real answer that I found was the amazing Training, Technology, Coaching and Culture at Keller Williams.
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Bob Crane
Stevens Point, WI
3,460,065
Follow Maria Sapio and Diana Zaccaro - I would think after all these years the school would amend the question .... a broker to work FOR? As Debe Maxwell, CRS points out ... we do not work for a broker ... unless perhaps it is an administrative role not as a licensed agent.
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Diana Zaccaro Broker A...
Cocoa Beach, FL
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Maria Sapio
Carlisle, PA
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
5,217,728
Have them answer these questions and then make you decision:
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? |
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
5,585,189
interview many of them and compare training programs and mentoring....
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
1,713,581
Sorry, I have broker explanation fatigue.
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
5,608,964
Type this in search and you will find a plethora of information.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Charlotte, NC
8,289,372
Select the office that will best meet your personal needs.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
921,504
Sophia, there will be coming a long list of attributes and qualities that will prove beneficial to a new agent. Unfortunately you will be unable to measure any of those qualities while seated across the desk from a broker. All you really can do is choose which sweet words you will believe.
Would not a better approach be, when making such an important business decision, to go with the FACTS. Facts are objective, not subjective, and provides the new business owner a level of confidence that fabric exists to create a successful real estate business. This omission of discipline my be contributing to the 90% failure of new agents to see their 2nd year anniversary.
There are only two question to ask and from the response you can know all things relevant about that real estate broker. Or you can accept my welcome to the world of real estate deceptive practices.
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Charlotte, NC
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
5,774,223
Sophia,
Follow Maria Sapio 's wise advice. A
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Diana Zaccaro Broker A...
Cocoa Beach, FL
1,395,083
Depends on what stage of your career you're in.
At first, a broker with a strong training and mentorship program is important. After that, a broker with a good commission split and a strong community presence is important.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
4,434,277
4,450,033
5,324,955
How much they will mentor you, weekly, monthly and what their agents have to say about them.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
2,587,150
A pulse and a check book to pay you with.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
1,499,664
Once you obtain your license you will be ready to really learn to be a real estate agent. You need to find a broker who will provide you with training and guidance to be successful. A broker who offers a mentor to help you in your quest for success is a plus.
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
2,887,775
Tool-up to do your job. Don't spend time and where to do it...Jump-in!
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
1,438,918
2,071,336
1,598,552
6,086,191
3,986,529
1,763,323