Let me say a brief word about the power of being with a franchised real estate company.
As the owner of Area Pro Realty, I frequently am in communication with vendors to increase benefits to my agnets and brokers. The other day I was negotiating with a vendor on a benefit that would be great for our agents. The negotiations weren't going anywhere until I mentioned that the company was licensed in 44 states across america. Suddenly, I was in the drivers seat and could pretty much name my own price for this benefit (which I did). Now, our agents have access to a benefit that is 1/3 the cost of what others are paying. That is the power of being with an innovative real estate franchise.
The best real estate franchise will constantly strive to increase the brokers bottom line and will never be happy with a "good year", each year should be dynamic and innovative. Of the many real estate franchises for sale, I only know of one, Area Pro Realty, that has an environmental consultant on staff to help their franchisees be "green" to increase environmental awreness but also to increase the return on investment for the broker.
Call Area Pro Realty today at 925-798-2732 to see if there are real estate franchises available in your area.