What would cause an agent to leave their current Real Estate Brokerage? Usually it is one of two things. They are upset with their Broker or they are upset about their money.

It is very difficult for an agent to decide to make a change. They sometimes think that their identity is tied to the company that they are with. They often think about all of the reasons why they can't make a move. Business Cards, Advertising, Friendships are all factors that are weighed. The Reality is that there are times when a move is not only recommended...it is necessary. Necessary for the well being of that agent both emotionally, financially and even physically.

Even once a decision to leave is made, it still may take time to gather up the courage to execute it. I have found that the Real Estate Business is unlike any other industry out there. When you leave a corporation after working there for a few years, they usually throw a party for you, give you a gold watch or at least go out for happy hour. This doesn't happen in Real Estate. I had a great 4 year run with my last company and was rushed out the door and ex-communicated the minute I said I was leaving!

Take the time to analyze all of the factors that are important to you. The people you work with are important but if you are not making a good commission split and you are not supplied with tools that make you successful, the people may not make a difference. Every office has that agent that's sole responsibility is making the coffee. Don't be that agent.