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Rainmaker
1,661,936
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

I guess that would depend on if you need Broker support.  Otherwise the answer is obvious. 

Apr 20, 2015 10:48 PM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Stephanie, every broker, when asked will claim to provide support. They ALL say they provide it, but still, decade after decade, newbies crash and burn creating an attrition rate that would be criminal in any other industry.

Splits, as we know, getting paid more, does not create a better or more loyal agent.

The only thing that should matter to an agent is the average transactions annually per agent in that office. (should be 20 or more)  This number is VERIFICATION that the support and compensation is creating successful agents. Follow the RESULTS! In the end that is all that is going to matter.

After finding the office with RESULTS, now, the agent must assess are the capable of being taught. Can they follow instructions?

(HINT: if a new agent seduced by the 'train'n' chant, they will be back to there previous job before two years, much poorer.)

Apr 20, 2015 10:30 PM
Rainmaker
1,239,901
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

splits. Rarely someone walks into an office saying I need to sell a $1M home. 

Support is important may be at 1st transaction. Right now fast scanner is the only reason I go in finding out there are no agents in a big office 90% of time.

Apr 20, 2015 02:03 PM
Rainmaker
115,432
Jeanne Feenick
NextHome Premier - Basking Ridge, NJ
The Agent you choose REALLY does make a difference

My opinion is that training is critical for new agents - and brokers/brokerages that provide great training and mentoring are good places to start. That may well come at the cost of a higher split. 

A higher split is very enticing to all - but I see new agents in environments where mentoring is lacking and I do not think it is a great combination.

Learn the business and then go for the split.

 

Apr 23, 2015 12:07 AM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

both.... if you're a new agent and need training, you need to prove your worth.... if you have a couple of years under your belt and you market well and have a following, negotiate the split with the broker.... support should not be a negotiable item....it must be part of the package or keep interviewing....

Apr 21, 2015 06:58 AM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

The splits. We don't need a Broker, nor the support.

Apr 21, 2015 01:29 AM
Rainmaker
969,888
Frank Rubi
Frank Rubi Real Estate, LLC - Metairie, LA
FrankRubiRealEstate.com

As a Broker, I believe in both in my small office. 

Apr 21, 2015 12:23 AM
Rainer
61,641
Renee Paray
Coldwell Banker Realty - Blue Bell, PA
REALTOR

I would say commission splits. The broker should be providing support when necessary since you as you are acting on their behalf on each transaction. 

Apr 21, 2015 12:06 AM
Rainmaker
1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Stephanie Leon | Miami Lakes Realtor® For a newbie, broker support with a mentoring program. Agents who don't like broker support or commission splits can always get their brokers license and open their own office.

Apr 20, 2015 10:57 PM
Rainmaker
1,712,676
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Depends on what you need. At this point after 26 years I am my own broker so obviously my splits are superb. If I was a new agent needing training and mentoring then broker support is major.

Apr 20, 2015 10:13 PM
Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Commission splits--really don't need or look for much broker support.

Apr 20, 2015 09:12 PM
Rainmaker
1,683,912
Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Broker support is most important in my book.

Apr 20, 2015 01:10 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

For me, the split is more important.  When I was new, it was the support.

Oct 14, 2018 06:46 AM
Rainmaker
630,251
Ajay Pandya
e-Merge Real Estate Unlimited - Columbus, OH
Realtor Ajay Pandya

Again, I am a broker.

Apr 26, 2018 08:10 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

It isn't all about commissions, it is about services, support, what is provided and the overall quality and potential of the office.

Aug 21, 2016 01:25 AM
Rainer
67,369
Evelyn M Epperson
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Johns Creek, GA
A Tradition Of [Excellence, Trust & Service]

Well after 30 years in Real Estate I know more than my 28 year old broker.  What really matter to me is doing a good job and having clients refer me.

Apr 21, 2015 01:37 AM
Rainmaker
175,614
Spirit Messingham
Tierra Antigua Realty - Tucson, AZ
Third Generation Full-Time Realtor® 520 471-6900

I dont split any of my commission, so will have to go with brokerage support.  One of the managers at our brokerage took me under her wing when I first got in this business.  I like to ask questions, always learning and asking new questions.  She takes the time to help educate me, which I get to pass on to the clients I represent.  It is why I have been at the same brokerage the past 8 years.

Apr 21, 2015 01:01 AM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

BOTH, first you need a good split then you need support to actually make deals work. The best split in the world is useless if youc ant close a deal. 

Apr 20, 2015 11:05 PM
Rainer
149,000
Jim Joeriman
Coldwell Banker Riviera Realty, Inc - Lacey Township, NJ
Helping Agents Reach New Heights

Stephanie, I appreciate this question.  I am consistently working at b

delivering sipport that adds value to our agents.  My believe is value is the key because it can help an agent make more than they would with awoke points added on to a split.

Apr 20, 2015 09:03 PM
Rainmaker
2,759,812
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Good morning Stephanie. I would tend to think that both would be important. We all need support and we all need income.

Apr 20, 2015 08:21 PM
Rainmaker
2,224,473
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Broker support is something I look for. 

Apr 20, 2015 02:28 PM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Stephanie Leon | Miami Lakes Realtor® - I'd say, both!

If broker supports but take away a big chunk from what you make....who would like it?

Apr 20, 2015 02:12 PM
Rainmaker
2,443,250
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

Broker Support.  The splits won't matter if you can't get the job done.

Apr 20, 2015 01:12 PM
Rainmaker
953,617
Pete Xavier
Investments to Luxury - Pacific Palisades, CA
Outstanding Agent Referrals-Nationwide

Broker's support as a beginner, once you've honed your skills it would than be the splits.

Apr 20, 2015 01:09 PM
Rainer
368,326
Raoul Loustaunau
EXP REALTY - Phoenix, AZ
urhomefinder.com myvaluetoday.com

for me is both ,great question Stephanie have a great day

Apr 20, 2015 12:38 PM