Thread: What means more to you Loyalty or Money?

Obviously this really is a personal choice. I would ask yourself, does the broker you are with put you in the best position to succeed? When starting out having a good mentor and training, or mentors even if lucky enough, is more valuable than money at first. Once you have experience then money can be more important. I think as long as it is a win win for both you and the broker then there is no reason to jump ship. The grass is always looks greener on the other side too.

If there is a better situation for you (training and mentor more than money right now) then I would go there. YOU ARE AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR, NOT AN EMPLOYEE. You are your own business, and you have to do what's best for your business. If you have to leave, it is just business nothing personal, never make it personal, and explain that it is not personal. Politely thank the broker for everything he/she has done and giving you the chance, and explain your reasons for moving. I think most brokers will respect that. It is also hard for me to see it through a broker's eyes, and everyone is different. This is my opinion.

Hi Jackkenzy,

It will depend on a lot of things. What I mean is are you an entrepreneur or do you like having a structured environment?

Do they train their agents how to make money in today's world? Or do they make you do useless things like phone duty, cold calling, how to run ads in the paper and open houses?

Do you have an opportunity to make a good split when your production increases or do they hold you at 50%-60%?

[COLOR=black]There are a lot of different business models in real estate that fit many different personalities. You will know if it

Thx johnson, and tony

These are great suggestions, I never thought of looking at whether it was better in the long run vs, the money now. So far the brokers seem to be treating me really well, and are giving me chances to learn.

No problem and good luck.

Although I agree that this should be a personal choice, I think that you should go to what company will present you a great situation for you financially and work wise. Of course it's a business world that you are in so you should understand that everything is changing and nothing is constant. So if that day comes and you have to decide you should honestly tell your current company the situation so that if they want to keep you they will match the offer or something to keep you.

I recently left Prudential after being there for a few years, the broker there hired me right away because I sold him a car a couple years back so there was some loyalty there. Finally I learned that this is business and if the company is not going where you want to go, it all about you. Now I am with RE/MAX and lovin every minute of it. So remember they consider us Self Employed and when it comes down to it...its all about you and your gut instinct.

As others have said, you are really in business for yourself. A good agency should provide a supportive environment that is conducive to your success, however, we are still all competing for business. Find a broker that you like and get along with and that you can give you training if you want it.

I don't have a real estate license yet, but i would say loyalty is more vital. Yes money is good, but your salary can always be increased over time. And that goes hand in hand with a loyal employer. Just give it some time and see how you like the present company since you can always find another later on.