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Updated almost 8 years ago,
Acquisitions Agent Compensation Structure
Hey all, I am looking at bringing some additional team members into my business. Specifically, using my established realtor relationships to receive my inbound leads. I've pitched the idea to several and they seem ecstatic to be able to do this. I'll be providing them with my scripts, questionnaires, company email, and set up my phone service to forward to their devices. They can then perform my lead capture, visit properties if necessary, and act as project manager or listing agent for additional compensation. For unmotiviated sellers that would like to list, the agent is able to get a first impression and perhaps offer a free consult. They'd also have access to my follow-up list to increase profits.
We will be targeting properties for wholesale and contract assignment, rehabs, and long term rentals. So the whole spread.
My question is, how would you structure the commission structure for an agent assisting in off-market acquisitions? I'd like to tie it to my bottom line to incentivize the lowest prices.
I could pay a buyer's commission, but then they are rewarded for a higher acquisition price. A flat referral fee also doesn't give them room to shoot for big targets. Perhaps 10 or 20% of profits? 50%?
Also, I want to use my brand for advertising and all seller interaction (beyond necessary license disclosures). Think their broker will have issue with this?