Bartos Group BLOG

Choosing a real estate brokerage is one of the most consequential decisions an agent makes. The right brokerage affects earnings, compliance support, growth opportunities, and day-to-day operations. This piece distills practical guidance from Mary Bartos of The Bartos Group at Premiere Plus Realty and Nick Jankowski, Managing Broker of Premiere Plus Realty. It explains what sets Premiere Plus apart and offers clear steps for agents who are evaluating their next move.

Why Brokerage Choice Matters

When an agent is choosing a real estate brokerage, they are choosing a business partner. A brokerage determines the technology stack, compliance safeguards, leadership support, split structure, and the culture that shapes how business is done. For agents who want to scale quickly or protect themselves legally, those factors translate directly to net profit and peace of mind.

What Differentiates Premiere Plus Realty

Premiere Plus Realty emphasizes three core promises: low fees, fast broker support, and tools and resources

Low Fees and a Compensation Model that Favors Agents

A competitive fee structure is more than marketing. It shapes recruiting, retention, and how teams split commissions internally. At Premiere Plus Realty, the compensation design allows team leaders and individual agents to structure splits without a large negative hit to the agent’s take-home pay. For those choosing a real estate brokerage, evaluating the net profit after splits and fees is essential.

Support That Acts Like an Emergency Room—and a 911 Dispatch

Operational support matters when transactions are active and timelines are tight. Premiere Plus operates a broker support system that Nick compares to an emergency room—triage, real-time collaboration, and rapid escalation. Agents calling the support line are effectively drawing on the entire compliance and broker support team, not just a single point person.

Support is global and continuous. Staff across time zones help ensure agents have access to guidance 24 hours a day. That kind of coverage reduces transaction delays and the stress of late-night questions about contingencies, deadlines, or contract issues.

How Modern Tech and AI make a Difference

Premiere Plus is leveraging advanced tools to keep service high and fees low. Nick describes some systems as top-secret, but the point is clear: intelligent automation and centralized knowledge management help the brokerage process roughly 4,000 transactions annually with fewer bottlenecks. When deciding on a brokerage, ask about knowledge capture, searchable support records, and whether AI or automation is used to speed approvals and flag compliance gaps.

Teams, Entrepreneurship, and Scale

Teams are a major growth engine in many markets. Premiere Plus treats team relationships, like that with the Bartos Group, as business partnerships rather than simple broker-associate arrangements. This means hands-on collaboration, respect for team leadership, and flexibility in how teams set splits and operate. The result is a structure that supports entrepreneurial team members while protecting bottom-line net profit.

For teams evaluating options, the right brokerage will allow you to operate your way while providing administrative backbone and shared services. That balance is critical when building a team and scaling market share.

Compliance, Training, and Avoiding Costly Mistakes

Compliance is often the unsung hero of a brokerage. Agents want to avoid legal exposure and unnecessary risk. Premiere Plus invests in training, state-of-the-art compliance technology, and AI tools to make it easier for agents to upload required documents and get timely approvals. Training is emphasized so agents know what to expect during a transaction and avoid surprises.

When choosing a real estate brokerage, probe how compliance is enforced, how approvals are handled, and how training is delivered. A proactive compliance program—combined with efficient tech—reduces the likelihood of disputes and costly delays.

Practical Advice for Agents Who Want to Grow Fast in Southwest Florida

Growth boils down to consistent, simple actions. Nick and Mary recommend:

• Answer the phone. Many missed opportunities and conflicts arise because agents do not pick up.
• Say yes to opportunities. Open houses, cover for colleagues, and being available for showings lead to referrals and momentum.
• Be service-first. Agents who help others build reputations quickly in a local market.
• Use the brokerage resources. Training, compliance tools, and broker support accelerate learning curves.

For agents focused on career trajectory, these behaviors paired with a supportive brokerage create exponential growth.

How to Evaluate When Choosing a Real Estate Brokerage

When assessing options, compare each broker on these dimensions:

1. Net take-home pay after fees and team splits
2. Availability and speed of broker support
3. Compliance systems and training
4. Technology for transaction management and knowledge capture
5. Flexibility for teams and entrepreneurial agents
6. Market reputation and local expertise

FAQ

What sets Premiere Plus Realty apart from other brokerages in Southwest Florida?

Premiere Plus Realty focuses on low fees, fast broker support, and comprehensive tools that allow agents to net roughly 96 to 97 percent of their compensation while benefiting from robust operational and compliance systems.

How are support and compliance structured at Premiere Plus Realty?

Support operates like a combined 911 dispatch and emergency room: issues are triaged in real time with input from the entire compliance and broker support teams. The brokerage uses global staff coverage and advanced technology to provide 24/7 assistance and fast approvals.

Can teams operate independently under Premiere Plus Realty?

Yes. Premiere Plus treats teams as business partners, offering flexibility in split structures and entrepreneurial freedom while providing administrative and compliance support so teams can scale without sacrificing net profit.

How does Premiere Plus Realty help agents stay compliant and confident?

The brokerage combines training, state-of-the-art compliance tools, and AI-assisted systems to guide agents through required uploads, approvals, and transaction milestones, reducing surprises and legal risk.

What are the best steps an agent can take to grow quickly in the Southwest Florida market?

Answering the phone, saying yes to opportunities, supporting colleagues, conducting open houses, and leveraging brokerage tools and training are all high-impact behaviors that accelerate growth.

Final Nnotes

Choosing a real estate brokerage is about more than brand. It is about the systems, support, and financial design that will determine an agent’s day-to-day experience and long-term success. Mary Bartos of The Bartos Group at Premiere Plus Realty and Nick Jankowski, Managing Broker of Premiere Plus Realty, both emphasize that agents should evaluate net profit, support responsiveness, compliance safeguards, and team flexibility when choosing a real estate brokerage.

Agents interested in exploring their next move under a model that prioritizes net profit and robust broker support can learn more through the brokerage’s growth and recruitment channels.