How to Switch Real Estate Brokerages in Florida and Texas, Step by Step

Changing brokerages is a big decision, but the move itself is mostly paperwork and planning. Do it in the right order and you keep your momentum, your clients and your pipeline. Here's the process, step by step, for agents licensed in Florida or Texas.

Step 1: Is it time to switch?

Look honestly at your split, your fees, the support you actually get and where your business is going. If you're paying more than you earn back, or there's no path to building something you own, it's worth comparing. These 7 questions to ask before switching help you compare like for like.

Step 2: Read your current agreement

Before you give notice, check your independent contractor agreement for a notice period, any fees you still owe, and how commissions on pending deals are paid after you leave. Knowing this up front avoids surprises later.

Step 3: Plan for pending deals and listings

In most cases, listing agreements are between the seller and the brokerage, not the individual agent. Talk to your current broker about your active listings and pending transactions: whether listings can be released to move with you, and how commissions on deals under contract will be paid. Get it in writing.

Step 4: Transfer your license

Your license moves to your new broker through your state's real estate regulator.

• Florida: license changes are handled through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Real Estate, usually online at MyFloridaLicense.com.
• Texas: changing sponsoring brokers is handled through the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), where your new sponsoring broker accepts your sponsorship.

Steps and timing can change, so check the current process with your state and your new broker before you submit anything.

Step 5: Update your memberships, MLS and marketing

Transfer your REALTOR® association and MLS membership to your new office, then update your website, email signature, business cards, social profiles and listing portals with your new brokerage details.

Step 6: Tell your clients

A short, personal note to your past and current clients keeps your relationships strong. Let them know what's changing, what isn't, and how to reach you.

Step 7: Get set up and keep selling

Plan a few days for onboarding: your tools, transaction process and compliance setup. A good brokerage makes this quick so you lose as little selling time as possible.

What is switching to iad like?

At iad, onboarding is guided. We walk you through the model, fees and next steps, then help you complete the required paperwork and get set up. You can keep your brand or team, pay a flat $99 per month with an 80/20 split, and build revenue share if you choose to. See the experienced agent path or start a conversation.