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If you do the majority of the work, then is 50% really a good split, for anything! Some agents on the island are making commissions as low as 50% and on top of that they are paying desk fees, franchise fees and sometimes even more. What part of that is fair? Why give that much money to your current broker? Do they say it is because they are the brand and you need to work with a branded company? Don’t let your current broker fool you into thinking that it was their branding that got you your sale, it was your hard work. You are the brand, and until you figure that out, you’ll be giving your broker more and more of your hard earned commissions. Talk to agents who have left big companies, they’ll tell you why they don’t go back. Not to mention, The internet has completely leveled the playing field when it comes to marketing, you no longer need to work with a larger company to get the maximum exposure for your listings. Clients understand this and respect you and your decisions, including the brokerage you choose to work with. And believe me, they would rather you take home the more of your commissions, then give it back to your branded broker. So what is the solution—switch brokers, it’s easier than you think– hang your license with someone who doesn’t take more then they deserve, like Hawaii Real Estate Online, LLC.