Flat-Fee vs Commission Split

The Agent Who's Done Giving Away Commission

Flat-Fee Modelvs Commission Split:A Clearer Way to Earn

Compare how each model impacts your income, independence, and ability to scale without giving away a chunk of every check.

If you've ever walked away from closing and wondered where your commission went, you're not alone.

Whether you're closing $250K listings or $1M homes, the numbers work in your favor every time.

Traditional Split

$10,000 commission$10,000
Brokerage split (40%)-$4,000
Fees & deductions-$100

You keep$5,900

Flat Fee Model

$10,000 commission$10,000
Flat fee-$100

You keep$9,900
$4,000 more in your pocket
The Commission Split Trap

Don't Let Splits Shrink Every Check

Graduated Split Promises

Tiers sound appealing, but resets, caps, and fine print limit your earnings. You think you're climbing a ladder, but you're really on a treadmill.

The Reality Check

Annual resets wipe your progress
Production caps limit top earners
Fine print excludes certain deals

The Loyalty Penalty

Higher expectations = higher costs
Veteran agents subsidize new recruits
Success gets punished with more fees

Brokerage Loyalty Costs

Long-term agents often pay more, not less, as expectations rise. Your loyalty becomes their profit margin.

Compound Deductions

Tech platforms, desk space, and brand fees stack up over time. What starts as "just a few fees" becomes thousands per year.

The Hidden Costs

Monthly desk fee $200-500
Tech platform fees $100-300
Brand/franchise fees $500-1000

Annual total $9,600-21,600

Traditional commission models get more expensive the more you succeed.

That's backwards.

Why Flat Fee Is Changing the Industry

A Predictable, Scalable Model for Independent Agents

You Close

Complete your transaction with confidence

You Earn

Keep 100% of your commission

You Pay $100

Simple, predictable, done

Your earnings stay yours, no splits, no volume quotas, no reset clocks.

Growth shouldn't cost you more.

Traditional commission models penalize success. With flat fees, your commission doesn't shrink as your business grows; it scales cleanly.

Predictable Math

$250K listing = $7,400 commission
$1M listing = $29,900 commission
Every deal = $100 fee

How We SupportFlat-Fee Success

What Flat-Fee Agents Get That Split-Based Models Can't Offer

We've Been There Too

We've been the agent giving up half of every check; it doesn't add up.

We know how frustrating it is to hit sales goals only to pay more to your brokerage.

We built a model that aligns with how agents work and want to grow.

$100 Per Transaction

No matter the deal size

$100K sale$100 fee
$1M sale$100 fee
$5M sale$100 fee

$100/Year Membership

No recurring charges

100% Commission

From your first deal

No Co-branding

No marketing restrictions

Multi-State Support

Florida, Georgia, Alabama

All Agent Types

Part-time, full-time, referral

Thousands of agents have dropped the split and switched to a flat-fee model

and they're not going back.

How Flat-Fee vs Commission Split Models Work

One Model Grows With You. The Other Grows Against You.

You've earned your license and your clients. Why give away the reward?

Traditional Split Model

Pay 30–50% of each deal to your brokerage, and still pay for office and tech.

Commission earned $10,000
Brokerage split (40%) -$4,000
Monthly fees & deductions -$300

You actually keep $5,700

Flat-Fee Model

You keep your commission. You pay $100 per deal, $100 per year. That's it.

Commission earned $10,000
Flat transaction fee -$100

You actually keep $9,900

Side-by-Side Summary

Feature Commission Split Flat Fee
Brokerage Cut 30–50% $100/transaction
Annual Fees $5,000–$15,000+ $100/year
Hidden Charges Tech, desk, brand fees None
Brand Freedom Co-branded Fully independent
Agent Autonomy Limited Complete
Earning Potential Slows with growth Grows with every sale

100% Commission Always

You earn it, you keep it. The brokerage doesn't take a percentage ever.

Zero Monthly Fees

You'll never pay recurring charges, subscriptions, or surprise deductions.

Scales With Volume

Whether you close two deals or twenty, your cost stays flat.

No Franchise Fees

You're not supporting a national brand. You're building your own.

Ready to Rethink Your Commission Structure?

Stop Giving Away Your Paycheck

No splits
No quotas
No tech fees

Just full control over your business and your bottom line.

Still deciding?

Talk to a broker about the flat-fee model and see how much you could save.

Agent Voices: The Shift to Flat Fee

These agents made the switch from traditional splits to flat fees

and the results speak for themselves. More income, more independence, and fewer costs hold them back.

24hr response time
"I was a little unsure about signing up with an 'online' Broker. But I was pleasantly surprised by having all my inquiries answered within 24hrs or less even on a weekend! My transition from my previous Broker to Realty Hub was a little complicated because of my local Board of Realtors and MLS. But Realty HUB contacted them several times, supplied the requested information until everything was in order and my Broker Status was properly updated. Thank you for an excellent job!"
– Valerie Monteiro
Independent agents
"Great brokerage. These are independent agents that hang their license at the brokerage."
– Tiff L
Great support
"Tony has been great to work with! Thank you!"
– Paul Angevine
Low cost, compliant
"Easy office to work with to hang your Florida real estate license for a low cost fee. Cloud based, compliant with state requirements."
– Christopher Benedict
100% commission
"This is the best brokerage for real estate agents with some experience or investor agents. You get 100% commission with minimal transaction fee."
– Abhishek Tejpaul
No nonsense approach
"No nonsense Real Estate expertise. You get the Truth not just what you want to hear. Highly recommend."
– John Ritchey

Join hundreds of agents who made the switch

Experience the freedom of keeping 100% of your commission with the support you need to succeed.

Still Deciding? Let's Clarify the Differences

Here's how flat-fee brokeragegives you more control

from your first transaction.

How does the flat-fee structure work?

You pay $100 per closed deal and $100/year. No percentages, no commissions split with the brokerage.

What happens on a $15,000 commission?

You keep $14,900. There are no tiered splits, backend deductions, or transaction taxes.

Is this only for top producers?

No. It's ideal for full-time, part-time, and referral agents who want to keep more per deal.

Can I use my brand?

Yes. You can market with your name, logo, and identity. No co-branding required.

What kind of support is included?

Broker access by phone/email, E&O coverage, digital forms, and compliance help are all included in your flat fee.

Will this work for investors or referral agents?

Absolutely. It's perfect for those closing a few deals per year or sending referrals to earn passively.

Want to stop splitting your success?

Calculate your savings and see how much more you could keep with our flat-fee model.

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