Agent Friends | Joy Kohegyi - Northwoods Wisconsin REALTOR

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Whether you have a referral for the Northwoods or are curious about Real Brokerage, let's connect.

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If you have a client relocating to, buying a vacation home in, or selling property in the Northwoods of Wisconsin - I would love to take excellent care of them for you. I serve Forest, Iron, Langlade, Lincoln, Oneida, Price, and Vilas Counties and treat every referral like my own client.

I communicate clearly, protect your relationship with your client, and make sure you are kept in the loop throughout the entire transaction. Let's build something together.

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Thinking About Real Brokerage?

Maybe you have heard the buzz about Real and you are wondering what is actually true. I get it, and I would rather just give you straight answers than let you piece it together from social media. Here is what you need to know.

What is Real Brokerage?

Real, officially The Real Brokerage Inc. (Nasdaq: REAX), is a cloud-based real estate brokerage with no physical offices, built around agent-owned equity and in-house technology. It has grown into one of the largest brokerages in North America, with more than 35,000 agents across the U.S. and Canada as of mid-2026.

Is Real actually growing, or is this just hype?

The numbers back it up. In Q1 2026, Real closed 41,882 transactions - a 25% increase year over year - with revenue up 32% to $466 million and adjusted EBITDA up 80%. Because Real is publicly traded, these numbers are public record, not marketing claims.

How does the commission split work?

Every agent starts on an 85/15 split, keeping 85% of every commission until they have paid Real $12,000 in splits for the year - roughly $80,000 in gross commission income at that split. Every transaction also carries a flat $40 compliance and broker review fee.

What happens after I cap?

Once you hit the $12,000 cap, your split stops for the rest of your anniversary year. You move to essentially 100% commission, paying a flat $285 transaction fee instead of the 15% split, plus the standard $40 compliance fee.

Do I actually get stock?

Yes. Every time you hit your annual cap, Real automatically grants you 150 shares of REAX stock - no application needed. Since Real trades on Nasdaq, that is real, liquid equity you can hold or sell.

What is revenue share?

Real pays out 60% of its monthly revenue back to agents through its revenue share program - more than any other brokerage in the industry. If you sponsor another agent who joins Real, you are eligible for a portion of the 15% split on their production, through a five-tier plan.

What technology does Real use?

Real built its own platform, reZEN, to handle transaction management and compliance. Layered on top is Leo, an AI copilot for agents with voice interaction, compliance guidance, and real-time insights.

What about the Real and RE/MAX news?

In April 2026, Real announced an agreement to combine with RE/MAX Holdings in an $880 million deal. If it closes as planned in the second half of 2026, the combined company would bring together more than 180,000 agents worldwide and about $2.3 billion in 2025 revenue.

Is Real the right fit for me?

That depends on your business and your goals, and it is worth a real conversation instead of guessing. Reach out below and let's talk through your numbers together.

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