Interview Questions
Questions To Ask While Interviewing Brokerages
To find the most suitable real estate brokerage for your business, use the following questions as a guide. We recommend interviewing multiple brokerages before making a decision. Once you have found the right brokerage for you, we wish you the best of luck in your real estate career.
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What is the total cost to be associated with your brokerage?
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Does the total cost include franchise fees, technology fees, corporate fees, risk assessment fees, admin fees, transaction coordinator fees, and quarterly or annual dues?
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What exactly are my splits applied towards, and what is included?
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How much will I pay the brokerage if I make $15,000 from my own client?
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Do my splits pay for marketing and advertising to build and brand my business?
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Who pays for my MLS, CTMe, E&O, Board Dues, and Continuing Education fees?
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Do I have to be an association board member, and if so, who pays the fee?
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What tools and systems do you have that will guarantee me quality leads?
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How many closings will I have within the next 12 months from brokerage-provided leads?
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Do I get a private office for the fees paid to the brokerage?
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Does the brokerage pay for my client's closing gifts from my split?