Are you planning on opening your own brokerage?  

If we put together a deal for a seller and buyer, that is through my brokerage even if it's off-market as I can't get a commission or payment if it does not go through the brokerage.

The two of them should politely explain to the seller, in writing and verbally, that the seller now - already - owes (1) both brokerages commissions, (2) your out of pocket costs to date, and (3) perhaps even some title company costs.This deal was essentially delivered before the seller changed her mind.

I am looking for a brokerage to attach my license to.

@Mark SpritzA brokerage account is great for traditional assets like stocks and bonds.

I recently received my Illinois Real Estate License and am sponsored by a local brokerage.  

Me that is commercial real estate and owning some potential businesses.My main revenue generator is my commercial brokerage business.

Hello Ana,I'm Brandon from RE/MAX in Huntington Beach,CA and we're together in the same boat.I got my license in June and have taken all the basic sales training the brokerage offers but,it's truly a struggle to get started in this business saturated by both new and long time experienced money making agents.I felt the same way about feeling unprepared and still do to a certain extent but,I am working through my jitters with the help of experienced mentors.I got my first listing from a family friend who had a friend with a house that needed remodeling and repairs.I was in no way ready to handle a transaction alone so my mentor took me by the hand and lead me through every step of the way with an ease an confidence to her that she developed over time and many sales.We sold it on the MLS and had 20 offers from investors and let me tell you it was exciting to be part of it.

Over and beyond that, you do have to take 8 hours of continuing education each year (two 4 hour classes).Once licensed, if you plan on activating your license you'll have to work under a BIC (broker- in-charge), which means you'll need to affiliate with a brokerage, as many others on this thread have eluded to.

There have been talks about starting an official brokerage and having the schools be a major client and start seeking outside work doing investments and leasing.