How to Join Real Broker

Step-by-Step Joining Process

Jumping in starts online.

Fill out a short application that asks for your license number, choose a sponsor if you already have one in mind, pay the one-time $249 onboarding fee, and you’re in motion. 

Real sends an Independent Contractor Agreement via reZEN, its internal workflow hub. Sign digitally, and the concierge team takes over: they transfer your license, activate your E&O insurance, and email a checklist that shows you exactly how to move any active listings into the system.

Most agents go from “I’m interested” to “I’m live” in less than a week, all without a single in-person appointment.

Onboarding Tools & Platforms

ReZEN becomes mission control on day one.

Need a profile photo updated, a transaction fee breakdown, or a broker signature? It’s all there. For real-time collaboration, hop into Real Connect. Think of it as a nationwide Slack for listings, referrals, and quick compliance questions.

Training happens inside Real Academy, a mix of live Zoom classes and recorded deep dives into topics like luxury marketing, relocation, and new-construction sales.

Workvivo rounds out the ecosystem as a social feed where agents share open-house wins, request vendor recommendations, and swap marketing ideas in real time.

Why You Should Join Real Broker

Lower Costs & Better Commission Splits

Real’s 85/15 split is paired with a firm $12,000 annual cap.

Once you hit that number, you keep 100 percent of every commission and only pay a minimal transaction fee. 

There are no desk fees, franchise royalties, or surprise tech charges, which means more of each check goes straight to you, especially helpful if you’re part-time or ramping up a new farm area.

Stock Ownership & Incentives

Real’s equity program gives you several on-ramps to ownership. Cap out for the year, and the company drops a stock bonus into your account.

Opt into the Stock Purchase Plan, and you can direct up to ten percent of each commission toward Real shares, sweetened by a 10 percent bonus before you cap and 15 percent after.

Elite agents who clear production hurdles receive up to $24,000 in additional stock, transforming a strong year into long-term wealth-building potential.

Unlock Revenue Share Potential

Every agent you personally sponsor can earn you up to $4,000 a year from Real’s split on their production. Recruit three capping agents and, on paper, you’ve offset your own annual cap.

The program runs five tiers deep, so if mentoring and collaboration come naturally to you, revenue share can grow into a genuine passive-income stream that insulates your business during slower cycles.

Innovative Cutting-Edge Tech & Flexibility

Real operates entirely in the cloud, so your office can be a kitchen counter, a neighborhood café, or a lounge chair overlooking the surf.

Fire off a counteroffer between sips of cold brew, grab a broker’s quick take in the app while waiting at the car wash, and upload disclosures before the sun even dries the morning dew. The platform folds contract templates, compliance checkpoints, marketing creatives, and broker chat into one sleek dashboard.

By skipping the daily commute and ditching office rent, you reclaim hours and dollars that can be poured straight into listing exposure and client service.

Benefits of Joining Real Broker

Financial Advantages

At a traditional brokerage, you’re still footing the bill for overhead you hardly use, such as copiers, cubicles, and lobby art. Real cuts those costs from the equation and lets you keep the difference.

That freed-up cash can fuel paid lead campaigns, high-def property videos, or a coaching session that sharpens your listing presentation, all of which move your real estate business forward instead of feeding someone else’s utility bill.

Ownership Mindset

Stock awards don’t just pad a statement; they flip a mental switch.

When a portion of the company sits in your portfolio, you root for platform upgrades, share your best hacks in the agent forum, and welcome newcomers because their success nudges your equity higher, too.

Collaboration stops feeling optional and starts feeling like a smart way to protect and grow your own investment.

Passive Income Through Revenue Share

Most referral fees hit once and then fade away.

Real’s revenue share pays you every year that an agent you sponsored keeps closing deals, turning professional relationships into a predictable income stream. 

Land a few productive friends, and those deposits can smooth slow seasons or bankroll your next marketing push, all while building a network that wins together.

Modern, Convenient Work Structure

Remote-first operations mean you can pop into a training session at noon, conduct a virtual showing at one, and still make the afternoon soccer game.

For many agents, that flexibility translates into higher productivity and a healthier work-life balance.

Agent-First Technology

ReZEN handles contracts and compliance.

Real Connect keeps you plugged into a supportive agent community.

Real Academy levels up your skills with live and recorded classes.

Workvivo keeps the conversation running, whether you’re sharing a quick win or looking for a staging company in a new market.

The toolset is designed to help you grow without drowning in tabs and logins.

Potential Drawbacks to Consider For Real Estate Agents

Lack of Physical Office Presence

If you thrive on daily in-office banter or need a brick-and-mortar space for high-stakes client meetings,

Real’s virtual model might feel sparse. You’ll need to arrange your own conference room for those times when face-to-face still matters.

Recognizability

Real is growing fast, but it’s still newer in the broader consumer landscape.

In upscale pockets or close-knit neighborhoods, you’ll likely spend a minute explaining who Real is before clients slot the name in with the long-standing brands they already know.

Virtual Support Model

Day-to-day support usually happens through chat messages, quick emails, or a Zoom slot you book ahead of time. The turnaround is generally fast, but if you’re the type who likes to pop into a broker’s office for an on-the-spot answer, the virtual format can feel a bit distant.

Are You Ready to Elevate Your Real Estate Business?

Real Broker trims the business model to what actually matters: a generous split, a straightforward annual cap, smooth tech that handles the busywork, and stock incentives you can see on a statement. You’re free to work from any zip code, keep a larger slice of every commission, and stack long-term wealth through equity and revenue share.

The brand is still gaining name recognition, and there’s no physical office to pop into, yet many agents decide the trade-off is worth it. Greater flexibility, higher take-home pay, and an all-in-one digital workflow often outweigh the perks of a traditional storefront.

If that mix of flexibility and upside resonates, it might be time to ask yourself if you’re ready to join a brokerage built for agents who prefer progress over tradition.

FAQ’s About Real Broker Stock

How do I earn stock at Real Broker?

You’ll collect shares in four ways: hitting your annual cap, diverting a slice of each commission through the Stock Purchase Plan, qualifying for Elite Agent production awards, and sponsoring agents who close their first transaction.

Each path deposits restricted stock units into your account and ties your success directly to the company’s growth.

What’s special about the Stock Purchase Plan?

Opt in, and Real automatically sets aside up to ten percent of your gross commission to buy shares at market price.

Before you cap, the company adds a 10 percent share bonus; after you cap, the bonus rises to 15 percent. It’s a straightforward way to collect equity without extra cash out of pocket.

How long does vesting take?

Most awards vest over one to three years. Stay an active agent in good standing during that period, and the shares are yours to keep or sell once they clear standard securities guidelines.

Is there a maximum amount of stock I can hold?

There’s no hard ceiling on equity accumulation.

Programs like Elite Agent awards and attraction shares carry annual limits, but you can continue buying stock on the open market or earning shares through production and referrals for as long as you’re with the company.

Can I sell my shares whenever I want?

Once your shares vest, they trade like any other publicly listed equity. You’re free to hold for long-term appreciation or sell to fund marketing campaigns, pay taxes, or simply cash in on growth.

Ready to Get Started?

Thinking about joining Real? Connect with Chris Speicher to learn more today.