It seems that partnerships are the way of the future. Why? I’m a loaner myself. I sure don’t want to check-in with a partner every time I make a decision.
So what’s the advantage? Businesses—successful business— are run like a business even if there are no partners. There’s a structure to a business. Things get done on schedule, there’s plan, ergo a business plan.
There is a growing trend from Sole Proprietor (SP) to Business Owner (BO). The thought precesses are totally different. Think about it. The SP has only one-on-one thoughts and the possible repercussions there of — “If I do this, I can expect this.”
There is a shared decision in the case of the BO. When a business relationship is established, a business plan is agreed upon. The weakness and strengths of each member are established at the outset. They marketing their business and the value of teamwork.
New business names are beginning to show up, in combo with the parent broker name.
The business functions as a freestanding business, however. How to create a Marketing Plan and structure a new business approach to real estate can be found at: http://www.buildmybusiness.com
Berman & Pollinger, LLC. - San Diego, CA
Consulting for Luxury Teams and Brokerages
Teams are a growing trend for a variety of reasons. There are pluses as minuses for each as well as for each of the individual team models. Agents should know what they are getting into because it is much harder to undo than do well form the onset.
Oct 03, 2007 05:57 AM
Real Estate West - Manhattan Beach, CA
Thanks for the comments, Chris. Turning to a partnerships might be called a creative option. For those who tend to be a bit lazy, or to put off until later what should be done at a given time, it would offer more structure perhaps. I remain a loner, but I'll keep my eye on those who aren't.
Oct 03, 2007 06:50 AM
Cummings & Co. Realtors - Perry Hall, MD
Associate Broker @ Cummings & Co. Realtors
EXIT Realty Leaders - Crystal River, FL
We chose to become partners so we would have more flexibility. We tell clients or future clients that we are not sure which one will be there yet but one of us will be. We don't have to answer to each other either. I think as long as you trust one another you should feel free to make everyday decisions on your own.
Oct 03, 2007 06:57 AM
Real Estate West - Manhattan Beach, CA
Only if the humor in my "pitch" is recognized. Thanks making the differentiation. -rk
Oct 03, 2007 06:59 AM
Real Estate West - Manhattan Beach, CA
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