Ep 194: Secrets To Building A Winning Brokerage: Recruiting and Retaining Top Real Estate Agents

"The goal for all agents is to have your business be 90% referral-based. It's exactly the same for recruiting."

Episode 194 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Jim Remley, Founder of E Real Estate Coach. Launching his own real estate career 35 years ago at the age of 19, he quickly found success in his Oregon market, ranking in the top #1 of agents nationwide. By the age of 24, he launched his own real estate company that grew to include 17 offices.


Over the course of our conversation, Jim shares his insights on building a successful real estate brokerage. He emphasizes the importance of recruiting and retaining top agents, sharing his tips for creating a positive company culture to ensure your agents sign your praises.


Jim also touches on the essential technologies that every modern real estate brokerage should implement. 

 

 

Visit E Real Estate Coach at: https://www.erealestatecoach2.com/

Follow Jim on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@eRealEstateCoach

 

 


Key Takeaways:

  • Recruiting experienced agents can be more effective than recruiting new agents
  • Building relationships and providing accountability are key to retaining top agents
  • Technology, such as a CRM, CMA, and automated valuation platform, is essential for a modern brokerage
  • Creating a unique company culture and offering additional services can differentiate a brokerage
  • Coaching and mentoring can help brokers and agents achieve higher productivity and success.
Guest

Jim Remley

Host

Michael Walter

Duration

39 min

Released Date

June 10th 2024

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