New agent recommendations

[Krysta Bonner]

I just passed the state exam and I'm looking for a broker. So far I've spoken to brokers at Watson and Keller Williams and both told me it's impossible to be a part-time agent. Anyone have broker recommendations for a new agent looking to go full time asap but keeping their day job for now? Looking for a place a little more positive and encouraging. I understand the pitfalls of being part-time but I have a lot of time to dedicate to getting going. 

Im also a newbie investor so a place that's supportive of that would be great as well.

[Dan M.]

First off what State are you located in?

Second of course you can be a part time agent, I am. The brokerages make more the more you sell so they only want full time agents, also it puts your back to the wall where you will starve if you dont make a deal. The brokerage will not make a nickle if you do not make a sale, unless of course they charge you for leads etc. My personal advice I would forget them immediately for giving you information that only benefits them. Being part time I don't make a fortune doing it but its enough to pay the MLS dues , can be intrinsically rewarding to help people, and also any deal that I purchase I get a slice of the commission that a normal buyer would not receive.