Brokerage Affiliation decision

[Ti Jackson]

Hello everyone, I recently came to you guys with a post seeking information about which brokerage I should affiliate with. I haven't received much feedback so, im here again with the same question... I have spoken with long and foster, Keller Williams and Coldwell banker. Each brokerage has their + and - . I really liked Keller Williams, yet I have learned that Keller Williams does not provide leads (which as a new agent I really need leads or floor duty). In addition. I am only 20 years old and I take start up costs into consideration as well (due to me barley having money saved). Im very excited to start this journey, yet I want to start out right and with the right brokerage... Please help me... Which brokerage would you/ did you affiliate with and why?

Thanks guys.

[Ti Jackson]

Your post really helped me with my decision. I have come to learn that Keller Williams is helpful in the aspect of mentoring and teaching; although that aspect is great, I will not be able to have a mentor/mentee relationship if I am not bringing clients in to get me through the process. I'm not saying that I want things handed to me, yet as a new agent I think floor duty and having leads would be very helpful. Plus your right, many people seem to go for the larger/most popular brokerage in my area rather than a brokerage that they have never heard of before. Starting with a larger brokerage would be the best option for me! Thank you so much !!!!!!

Originally posted by @Russell Brazil:

@Ti Jackson...I just made the move from a small brokerage to Long & Foster. I made the move because I wanted brand recognition. That in itself helps to generate leads when talking to people. I get a lot more respect from people when they hear I am with Long and Foster versus some no name brokerage.

If likely suggest Long and Foster, or even Keller Williams. I would also say that the culture of the office you are in should play a role. My office has a very positive and helpful culture which attracted me to it, as opposed to some other offices I visited that seemed more like the agents were competing with one another.