Why We Joined
“With over 2000 agents joining Connect Realty since its inception in 2008 we are the fastest growing real estate brokerage in the industry. We invite you to take a minute and read why some have joined.”
“I have been a full time realtor since 1986. I have seen the Real Estate industry evolve dramatically over those years. When I saw what was happening in our market here and nationally I knew that it was imperative for me to keep swimming or drown. The cost of being a realtor was going up and income was dropping as the market slowed. I stared looking for an answer and thankfully found Connect Realty. Connect has lowered my cost of doing business dramatically, plus provides all the newest real estate technology at no extra cost.
They are equally committed to helping everyone who joins this company, and I have seen that first hand. My sponsor Matt Jones has been invaluable in helping me, make my business grow. If you love real estate like I do then you still can make a great living. I love the ability to work from my "virtual home office". Connect has made it easy and I am compensated better than ever before.”
Ronda Deakins, formerly of Keller Williams Real Estate
“ In the summer of 2008 I began my research on several different Real Estate Companies to start my new business. One company kept coming up as the answer to the future of this industry, it was Connect Realty.
I started in Residential Real Estate, moved to Commercial, and for the past 10 years working for one of the largest Resort Real Estate Developers on the west coast. I have been blessed to be on the cutting edge of real estate and surrounded by some of the biggest players in the industry. When I discovered Connect Realty and their business model, I knew I had found the company that gave me the best opportunity to succeed.
A few months ago I joined Connect Realty and have been fortunate become a part of the Northwest Regional Team, the fastest growing area in the country. I now know my research paid off, the company, the model, the people, the tools, the training, the support, the split, it all adds up to a huge opportunity and a very bright future.”
Jiwan Ripley, formerly of JELD-Wen Development and Communities
“Twenty years ago I decided to change careers and became a licensed real estate salesperson in Washington State. Thirteen years ago, I obtained my broker’s license and became a Branch Manager of the South Puget Sound office of Real Estate 2000, a 100% home-office brokerage, co-owned by myself and my business partner, Bob Sturgill. In February 2001, Bob and I opened a new brokerage, Real Estate USA. Using a unique 100%-home office business model, an emphasis on education and an “Agent First” philosophy, we grew the business to an eight-office brokerage with nearly 600 agents at its highest point. The 2007 downturn in the economy and the real estate market had a negative impact on the productivity and profitability of the agents, the branch offices and the brokerage. We had to make some tough decisions to keep the brokerage viable. When Connect Realty became visible in the Seattle-Tacoma market, we could see that the 3-tier residual income model of Connect could provide us with the unique selling proposition we needed to re-build our business. We made the switch to Connect Realty in April 2008 and been happy ever since. Now our business is on the way back up!”
Jim Vanderwarker, former partner of REUSA Northwest
“When the opportunity came along to join Connect Realty, with its virtual concept, technology platform and best in the industry compensation program, it was a no brainier for the partners to align themselves with Connect Realty. Today they we are busy building the Connect Realty brand throughout the Northwest.”
Bob Sturgill, former partner of REUSA Northwest
“I saw the market changing and realized my brokerage needed to change with it, if not I was going to fail. After looking at several different brokerage models I came to the realization that Connect Realty was the only one that really gave me that Unique Selling Proposition that I needed in order to attract quality agents and start growing my business again. With the combination of the technology and compensation offered I now have my office growing in a down market.”
Ron Morrell, former Realty Executives brokerage owner
“I made the switch to Connect Realty because I realized that even though I could get a slightly higher commission split somewhere else I could still make more with Connect. I now have the opportunity to create a real retirement for myself that isn’t available anywhere else!”
Mark Jennings, formerly of Americas Choice Real Estate
“I have always wanted to own my own real estate brokerage but could never afford to start one or buy an expensive franchise. With Connect Realty I can build a team and earn residual income as if I was a brokerage owner without the expense and liability. I have been with Connect for almost a year and now have a team of over 50 agents. With Connects technology and great commission split it’s easy to attract quality agents.”
Matt Jones, formerly of Century 21
“Having worked for several different large real estate companies I knew I needed something to set myself apart from other agents. With Connects technology I now have a way to differentiate myself from my competition”
Michael Valiente, formerly of Skyline Properties
“I needed a company that allowed me the flexibility and freedom to work how I wanted but still offered full support if I needed it. With Connect Realty I have the strength and support of national company without feeling like just another number.”
Amanda Robbert, formerly of Real Estate USA
“In 2004 I started my real estate career with the biggest brick and mortar company in town. I was happy there and never considered leaving. Until 2008 when the market started slowing down. I started realizing it was going to be a sink or swim market. My company also realized this, but instead of trying to support agents they decided to up the monthly fees for an office I never used. When I came across Connect Realty it instantly made perfect sense to me. I have a group of agents and brokers that are a great support system, an office staff that is very helpful, no monthly fees, no high splits, and potential to actually earn residuals.”
Lisa Albo, formerly of RE/MAX
“I made the switch from RE/MAX to Connect Realty because I wanted to take advantage of the awesome commission structure combined with ultra-low monthly fees... plus, when I met Ron Morrell I knew the job would be a lot more fun!
I got may training at Windermere and when the WRE Broker was promoted to be a VP at the corporate office I jumped over to RE/MAX. There, I thought I would be able to better leverage the global reach of the RE/MAX brand to build my Microsoft relocation and job placement practice. It wasn't until I found out about Connect Realty that I realized how much the RE Industry had evolved over the past 10 years.
What I like most about Connect Realty is that the commission structure fosters teaming among Agents... this is great for the Agents and results in better service for our Clients. At WRE and RE/MAX every one of the Agents was in competition with each other for clients, broker attention, and brokerage services... and every time you turned around there was another charge for - well, every little thing. At Connect Realty the commission plan and single Broker model for the State promotes teaming... everyone helping out each other to be successful because we all share in each other's success. Connect Realty is the best!”
Jim Karl, formerly of RE/MAX