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3,345,056
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Fred Griffin has a resourceful link for you. 

Sep 24, 2018 01:24 PM
Rainmaker
2,390,437
Bob "RealMan" Timm
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

You are NOT getting what you are paying for when your course asks you to hound professionals who use this site to discuss matters we meet every day... not constantly answer the same questions day in and day out by students that THEY should be teaching you.

Sep 24, 2018 12:44 PM
Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

What qualities do you think are important? As a real estate agent you do NOT work FOR a broker. You are an independent contractor. 

Sep 24, 2018 11:58 AM
Ambassador
2,684,009
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

 

This question was asked just a few minutes ago.

Lots of answers HERE

Sep 24, 2018 10:31 AM
Rainmaker
5,772,575
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Both Nina Hollander and Fred Griffin answered.  A

Sep 24, 2018 01:01 PM
Rainmaker
1,231,853
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

A broker who is NOT anonymous.  ?

Sep 24, 2018 12:27 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

Yes, was asked xxx times. 

Sep 24, 2018 07:59 PM
Rainmaker
4,571,967
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Reported 

Sep 24, 2018 04:10 PM
Ambassador
5,229,939
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Dèjá vu?

Sep 24, 2018 02:42 PM
Rainmaker
4,882,355
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

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?
Sep 24, 2018 10:53 AM
Ambassador
2,178,553
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 a new agent, a broker that will give you the training and ongoing mentorship you need to become successful.  87% of new agents are out of the business within 2 years. It's an expensive dream if you don't work it properly.  You need a broker to help you defy the odds.

For an experienced agent, the needs are different.

Sep 24, 2018 10:28 AM
Rainmaker
2,071,025
Evelina Tsigelnitskaya
SIB Realty - Sunny Isles Beach, FL

Important. 

And you have to be important to the broker too. 

Just read in AR about it. You will be surprised. 

 

Sep 24, 2018 08:33 PM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Send me your name and number and I will get you set up with a great one at your local KW market center.

Sep 24, 2018 03:22 PM
Rainer
427,157
J.R. Schloemer
Kentucky Select Properties - Louisville, KY

I think the qualities you need to focus on are your qualities and what you have to offer. Also I think you need to be a bit more proactive with Brokers rather than ActiveRain. If you want to use ActiveRain for this dreadfully repetitive question, then use the search feature in the top left corner, next to the AR home button, it's been asked...and trust me it is easier for you and the rest of the students to search the last 3 years of this question than to keep asking us to repost our answers.

Sep 24, 2018 01:46 PM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Richard gave you more than you bargained for.

Sep 24, 2018 01:16 PM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

training and mentoring are important....

Sep 24, 2018 12:38 PM
Rainmaker
1,239,801
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

Broker who has a head and a name.

Sep 24, 2018 11:22 AM
Rainmaker
1,543,623
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

Right Said Fred Griffin 

Sep 26, 2018 06:41 AM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

My answer is Anonymous

Sep 26, 2018 06:31 AM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

....................................................................

Sep 25, 2018 10:16 AM
Ambassador
3,125,416
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Hey, is your name Pete or Repeat? These questions are redundant!

Sep 25, 2018 07:19 AM
Rainer
1,250
Jamal Siddiqui
Tribeca NW Real Estate - Issaquah, WA
buying and selling homes

If it's a team you're considering, then the number 1 priority for me is accessibility. Commission splits, team resources, tools, etc. don't mean as much to me as a broker who's willing to pick up the phone or answer a text at 9pm on a Friday night. That kind of support is difficult to put a value on, or match for that matter. 

Sep 25, 2018 06:57 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,143
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Not important to get started. Hit the ground running. This will explain itself

Sep 25, 2018 06:34 AM
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

Integrity.

Sep 25, 2018 06:26 AM
Rainmaker
851,242
Brenda Mayette
Miranda Real Estate Group, Inc. - Glenville, NY
Getting results w/ knowledge & know-how!

Only 3; training, training & training. 

Sep 25, 2018 04:33 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Many.

Sep 25, 2018 03:04 AM
Rainer
175,570
Joseph Doohan
Joseph Doohan - Las Vegas, NV
I offer business strategy advice for realtors

Someone who is patience to listen to your requirements

Sep 25, 2018 12:58 AM
Rainmaker
3,988,007
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

It depends on the person. For me it is a good reputation and integrity. I want to see value.

Sep 24, 2018 08:13 PM
Rainmaker
758,035
Peter Testa
Nationwide Homes - Danbury, CT
PETER TESTA

This question comes up a lot & that's because we all want to start off on the right foot when we enter the business. As a new Agent I'd be looking for something different than an experienced agent would be. I'd look for a Broker who's knowledgeable & willing to share that to help develop you into the best agent you can be. Someone who is well respected in the industry because they may need to go to bat for you one day. Someone who is not competing with you for listings & is dedicated to developing the company & it's agents 1st. Qualities like that. 

Sep 24, 2018 08:12 PM
Rainmaker
1,374,323
Joyce Marsh
Joyce Marsh Real Estate LLC - Daytona Beach, FL
Joyce Marsh Homes

You will be an independent contractor, not an employee. You will hang your license with a broker, but your success will ultimately be up to you not your broker. 

Sep 24, 2018 05:58 PM
Rainmaker
4,160,306
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Many great responses.

Sep 24, 2018 03:55 PM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Choosing a broker is incredibly important.

Investing my time wisely is also important.

Need the real answer?

Invest the incredibly least possibler, an identity. You present yourself as so incredibly lazy that any investment is you is like hitting the lever on the flusher.

Sep 24, 2018 12:57 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,258
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

What qualities are important to you

Sep 28, 2018 08:38 PM
Rainmaker
5,868,472
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 available when you have questions, and you will.

Sep 28, 2018 08:30 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

Sep 27, 2018 04:06 PM