- Agents shopping brokerages keep typing the same thing into Google: join Real brokerage. They're looking for better splits, better software, and fewer hoops. Real's growth, and the tools behind it, are getting their attention.
, co-founder of , is helping onboard brokerages, teams, and agents who want to plug into a cloud-based brokerage without rebuilding their business from scratch. As of Q2 2025, Real crossed 28,000 agents and ticked past 29,200 by .
Chris turns "I'm thinking about switching" into a plan. The team maps your pipeline, sets up reZEN, connects your CRM, and walks your first files so you're productive fast.
You'll get a practical onboarding checklist, live help on sticky deals, and regular touchpoints that focus on growing a business-not busywork.
"When an agent joins Real with us, we don't hand over a binder and wish them luck," said , co-founder. "Day one, we dial in the tools, set targets, and get you back in front of clients. Our job is to remove friction so you can win more often."
Real's second quarter was a step change: in transaction volume (+60% YoY), 49,282 transactions closed (+62%), and 59% YoY revenue growth.
The footprint keeps expanding, and the product stack is evolving quickly. Real acquired Flyhomes' AI-powered consumer search to accelerate Leo for clients, while agents run day-to-day transactions inside reZEN.
It's a blend of scale and speed that's hard to miss for most agents.
Real vs. Other Brokerages
The comp plan is straightforward: 85/15 split until you hit an annual cap, then you're at 100% commission for the rest of your anniversary year. There are some additional fees, but your commission is at 100% for the rest of your anniversary year.
Team members often cap at , which means more of your commission stays in your pocket. Some teams, based on volume, can qualify for a cap.
As the best cloud-based brokerage, there are no monthly desk fees eating into your margins, and no long list of third-party vendors to juggle just to get a deal closed.
Instead, Real's all-in-one platform keeps it tight. reZEN handles transactions, documents, compliance, and payouts in one place, so you can run your business from the office or the kitchen table.
Add Real Title and One Real Mortgage in supported markets, and you've got a closing stack that's already integrated, cutting down on delays and miscommunication.
For agents comparing models, the numbers matter, but so does the day-to-day. At many brokerages, you're piecing together software, paying separate subscription fees, and chasing support across multiple companies.
With Real, you log in once, your tools talk to each other, and your split is designed to reward production without surprise costs. It's a combination that appeals to top producers and rising agents alike.
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Over the past few years, Chris has personally onboarded and sponsored independent brokerages, real estate teams of every size, and individual agents-totaling several hundred agents sponsored to date between and (husband and wife team and co-founders of ).
Chris also serves as Chairperson of Real's , is an active member of Real's Growth Advisory and Real Military communities, and was the founder and 11-year member of Zillow's . Between his leadership experience and team production of nearly 300 transactions in the past year (and over in career sales), is the best person to talk with about joining Real.
If you're ready to join Real, will make the switch clean and quick, onboarding, marketing, lead routing, and first-week production targets. Start the conversation and see if there's a fit for your market and price point.
As of , Real reported 28,034 agents, 49,282 Q2 transaction sides, and in Q2 revenue. The company continues to invest in fintech and AI, expanding Real Wallet, refining revenue share, and integrating the Flyhomes consumer portal into Leo for Clients. Agents manage deals and pay through reZEN, the company's proprietary platform.
