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Rainmaker
5,104,931
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

You've received some good answers, but this question has now been asked and answered a good half dozen times in the past week. Check out previous responses.

Nov 07, 2016 06:00 AM
Ambassador
3,727,873
Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@Properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

It depends on whether you are new or not.  At different stages in your career you need different types of support from a broker.

Nov 07, 2016 01:30 PM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

Nina Hollander nailed this one!

Nov 07, 2016 09:23 PM
Rainmaker
2,182,502
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

Mentorship abilities and Availability

Nov 07, 2016 08:01 PM
Ambassador
2,684,009
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

What Nina Hollander said.

Nov 07, 2016 10:51 AM
Rainmaker
3,988,007
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

What is important to you? Make a list and talk to other agents in the firms you are considering. See what they like or don't like.

Nov 07, 2016 10:48 AM
Rainmaker
2,224,473
Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

One with a good mentorship and/or training program. 

Nov 07, 2016 09:13 AM
Rainmaker
4,272,548
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

One who you can trust to help and be there within reason.

Nov 07, 2016 07:45 AM
Rainmaker
2,362,584
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

leadership, equal handed treatment of all agents, mentorship, understanding of marketing, appreciation of shifts, internet skills

Nov 07, 2016 07:28 AM
Rainer
509,449
Susie Kay
Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth - Plano, TX
North Dallas Specialist

If you are new to the industry, you would want someone who can support you and be available for you including weekends.

Nov 07, 2016 06:31 AM
Rainmaker
2,781,013
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

One that is approachable, available and can coach, nurture & guide

Nov 07, 2016 05:48 AM
Rainmaker
1,725,896
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

Chapter 15, Broker Selection

Nov 07, 2016 05:45 AM
Rainmaker
1,157,785
FN LN
Toronto, ON

One who provides the services you need.

Nov 07, 2016 05:19 AM
Rainmaker
4,571,806
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Interview them and look for right fit/match for your needs.  If you are new to the business, the proper training is critical.   Choose wisely.  

Nov 07, 2016 05:01 AM
Rainmaker
5,583,278
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

we are all cut from a variety of cloth.... what are YOU looking for... if I were newly licensed, I'd want training and mentoring....I'd need to learn how to market and make MY phone ring....

Nov 07, 2016 04:55 AM
Rainer
417,071
Caroline Gerardo
Licensed in 20 states - Newport Beach, CA
C. G. Barbeau the Loan Lady nmls 324982

Broker number of closings and track record history

Broker kind and willing to train or has training of this century

Broker directs you to resources, kicks up your game,  expects the best you can be and communicates positive, clear and mindful goals.

 

 

Nov 07, 2016 04:34 AM
Rainmaker
900,008
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

What's important to you? Support, training, integrity?

Nov 07, 2016 04:28 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Rebecca,

It is a mistake to give too much weight to the 'qualities of a broker.'

They ARE all engaged in the same business, and it is not the business new agents think. Don't believe a word they say. Choose based on the number.

What matters most is your COMMITMENT.

The first measure of your COMMITMENT is the preparation of a business plan. A business plan. Exactly what ANY business onwer would be REQUIRED to create. Without a plan you give the broker NOTHING to work with therefore they make no commitment on which you can rely or they need to deliver.

Your business plan equips you to measure the broker, not the broker assess you.

Next, can you follow instructions. A plan and willingness to be taught are required of you. Of the broker only one measure applies.

(#agent/#ann Transaction => 2xNat aver)

Their commitment is to engage you in your preferred transaction type (spelled out in business plan) within 30 days. You learn by doing, NOT warming a stool in a conference room.

Find that broker and simply follow the instructions of the mentor assigned.

Nov 07, 2016 04:22 AM
Rainmaker
544,014
Dave Halpern
Dave Halpern Real Estate Agent, Inc., Louisville, KY (502) 664-7827 - Louisville, KY
Louisville Short Sale Expert

 

Alex, I'll take "Questions asked by Anonymous" for 200, please.

Sep 21, 2017 04:47 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

If you're new, look for a non-competing broker with a good educational program.

Nov 14, 2016 01:43 AM
Rainmaker
4,935,556
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Coach, mentor , friend, boss

 

Nov 08, 2016 11:41 PM
Rainmaker
1,466,207
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Rebecca Jewkes One with good rapport and who has a good mentoring and training program.

Nov 07, 2016 11:06 PM
Rainmaker
5,216,238
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

The right chemistry and support tools!

Nov 07, 2016 10:26 PM
Rainmaker
1,617,916
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

A broker who is available and able to teach

Nov 07, 2016 09:14 PM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

Others have answered.

Nov 07, 2016 08:07 PM
Rainmaker
1,622,432
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Their reputation, an agent support, knowledge and experience. 

Nov 07, 2016 04:40 PM
Rainmaker
1,525,616
Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

He or she should be a good manager and a good listener.

Nov 07, 2016 12:25 PM
Ambassador
5,229,312
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Remember, you are interviewing THEM, not the other way around, Rebecca Jewkes!  And, you've gotten some great answers as to what YOU are looking for when you select one!

Nov 07, 2016 11:51 AM
Rainmaker
7,835,272
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

One that will best meet your personal needs.

Nov 07, 2016 08:29 AM