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Seana Johnson, Coming back to my roots - renewing RE Lic (AgentProfesor)

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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

It depends on the level of mentoring and support you need.

Nov 12, 2016 11:28 PM
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Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

   Meet them one on one, over lunch or coffee if possible.  Meet their Office Manager.  Do you mesh with these people?

   Of course, splits matter.  And, what fees do you have to pay?  Are those fees only due when you make a sale, or is there a regular "desk fee" that you have to pay whether you sell any houses or not?

 

Nov 12, 2016 10:06 PM
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Susan Emo
Sotheby's International Realty Canada - Brokerage - Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

To me it makes zero difference other than the money I take home.  For you, it might depend on what you're bringing to the party?  Why did you leave the business?  What did you excel at before? Are you an independent thinker or do you need hand holding?  Are you self motivating?   Is this going to be a business for you or a hobby?   Too many variables!

Nov 13, 2016 06:04 AM
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Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308
Stake Your Land Realty, Inc. - Eustis, FL
Broker/Owner, SFR®, e-PRO®, GRI, AHWD, REALTOR®

Good morning Seana Johnson,

Welcome back, a lot has changed since you been gone:) What characteristics did you seek the first time? What is important to you now?

 

Nov 12, 2016 10:00 PM
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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Seana --

Are you returning to business in the same area?

Do you have a record of success?

Why are you returning?

 

I guess what is most important to me might me different for you.  

Look inside yourself and ask lots of questions.  

After that interview brokers and find the match that works best for you.  

Good luck.

Nov 12, 2016 09:57 PM
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Selena,

Someone you have similar values with.  A

Nov 13, 2016 12:45 AM
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Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

not only is it important to have a like-minded Broker, but the agents within that office should follow suit,....

Nov 12, 2016 11:36 PM
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Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Chemistry with the managing broker followed by the support you need and reputation of the brand! The split will take care of itself over time!

Nov 12, 2016 11:15 PM
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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

This question is asked a lot here; my response remains the same: 

Competence & Character combined with training, support & an open door policy.

Nov 12, 2016 10:57 PM
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Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

Broker matters less to me these days, it's more about the split and what is offered than who they are

Nov 12, 2016 10:56 PM
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Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Seana Johnson Good rapport and a Broker with a good training and mentoring program.

Nov 12, 2016 10:56 PM
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Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

Suggest a brokerage with good training where you will mingle with more new agents.  You want a brokerage with better commission split for starters.

All brokers promise more than they do. They have their golden boys for leads leaving you by youself.

Nov 12, 2016 10:14 PM
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Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

My top choices are a broker that supports, teaches, assists and that there is not so many agents you get lost in the numbers.

Nov 12, 2016 10:08 PM
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Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Just like choosing a friend only this relationship has to pay bills

Nov 12, 2016 10:01 PM
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Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

I would go to a broker that offers flat fee and one that trains agents

Nov 14, 2016 07:57 PM
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Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Ethics and reputation

Nov 14, 2016 04:53 AM
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Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Off the top of my head:

  • Years of experience
  • Good listening skills
  • Good followup skills

All too often I ask for help and never get it!

Nov 14, 2016 02:10 AM
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Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Have them buy your signs at least

 

Nov 14, 2016 02:01 AM
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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

Availability and do you like the person.

Nov 14, 2016 01:19 AM
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Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Seana Johnson - I'd look forward to the support, education, training, culture..

Nov 13, 2016 03:42 PM
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Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Here's a link to this same question where you will find 21 answers already submitted.

Nov 13, 2016 01:30 PM
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Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@Properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

This is a really popular question!  It's about the 4th time  this week!

Nov 13, 2016 11:32 AM
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Select the broker that will best meet your personal needs.

Nov 13, 2016 10:23 AM
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William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Reputation is the big one for me.

Nov 13, 2016 10:10 AM
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Decide what is important to you and then make a list of questions. Talk to other agents in the firm you are considering and find out what they like and don't like.

Nov 13, 2016 09:50 AM
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

I have to agree with Carol Williams on this one. 

Nov 13, 2016 09:42 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Need to really examine what YOU need in a broker, then start interviewing.

Nov 13, 2016 09:11 AM
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Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Kind of depends on what you are looking for as well as your experience level.

Nov 13, 2016 06:47 AM
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Joanie Kraft
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Blake - Albany, NY
Your wants and needs come before my commission

Make sure the owners appreciate all you do for them. Find a knowledgable, supportive manager and office. Make absolute certain, the person you interview with has a real estate license and real estate experience. 

Nov 13, 2016 06:06 AM
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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

I would make sure where you you hang your shingle you are with like minded individuals and you feel a connect.

Nov 13, 2016 05:41 AM
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Richard L. McKinney P.A.
Atlantic Shores Realty Expertise - Port St Lucie, FL
For Results that MOVE you on the Treasure Coast!

It depends on your level of competence and experience. If you know your business and will not need much help, then look for a high split and a good name.

If you need a lot of help and will be crying to your broker everytime a buyer complains about repair or have no clue where your next customer is coming from, then maybe Kw, CB or C21 is for you.

Nov 13, 2016 03:01 AM
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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Chemistry, what material and business support you need from the broker.

Nov 13, 2016 01:40 AM
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

It depends on what you feel your needs are. This question has been posed multiple times and there are good answers for you in the Rain.

Nov 13, 2016 01:31 AM
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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

A broker makes no difference in your business. "Charateristics' is a smoke screen to suck newbies into the Failure System to which they will contribute $12,000 before judging themselves a failure.

What you need to know is which broker is best able to implement your business plan and get you engaged in transactions within 30 days.

Of course that is not possible if the new business person is practicing business malpractice by starting a business without a business plan.

But, the siren song of the system, wants to distract the prey, to have them focus on the meaningless, while the prey walks into the certainty of being counted among the 90% within two years.

There is only one question to which you need an answer. Only ONE!

After that is depends on if the newbie is going to be an adult and follow the directions provided.

 

Nov 12, 2016 11:34 PM
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Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Chapter15, Chosing a broker

Nov 12, 2016 10:35 PM
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FN LN
Toronto, ON

One who provides the services you need.

Nov 12, 2016 10:33 PM
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Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Others have answered.

Nov 12, 2016 10:30 PM
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Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Honesty, integrity, competence, financial acumen, intelligence, enforcement of a positive culture.

Nov 12, 2016 10:24 PM