Why I Moved My Real Estate License to eXp Realty
If you’ve been in the real estate world for even a second, chances are you’ve heard some buzz about eXp Realty. You’ve probably seen agents making the move, and maybe you’ve asked yourself, “What’s the hype all about?” I get it, because I was there too.
So today, I want to walk you through why I personally decided to move my license from Keller Williams over to eXp Realty — and how it’s made a huge impact on my business (and my life!).
A Little Backstory
I’ve been a licensed real estate agent for 16 years, many of those in California. But when my family decided to relocate to Utah, I found myself holding licenses in two states — California and Utah — and juggling two brokerages: a boutique brokerage in CA and Keller Williams in UT.
And let me tell you — trying to stay consistent with branding, email signatures, systems, caps, splits… it was a lot. I had two of everything. It felt messy and inefficient.
That’s when I started asking myself: Is there a better way to streamline this?
The Research Phase
When I started digging, I talked with several different brokerages. Most of them couldn’t offer a solution that allowed me to seamlessly hold my license in multiple states while keeping things under one cap and one brokerage brand.
Then I discovered eXp Realty — and that’s when everything changed.
Why eXp Realty?
Here’s what stood out to me:
1. Multi-State Licensing (One Cap!)
With eXp, I can hold my license in multiple states — under one cap and one monthly fee. No more juggling two separate brokerages and paying separate caps and splits in each one. That alone was a game changer.
2. Lower Monthly Cost (With Way More Value)
Before eXp, I was paying close to $100/month just to hold my license — and that didn’t include MLS fees, caps, or much support. With eXp, I pay $85/month, and it includes so much more:
Access to 85+ hours of weekly live training
A full digital backend through the eXp World/metaverse
SkySlope for transaction management
Broker support, accounting services, and more — all within the platform
3. Training + Education
As someone with a Master’s in Education and a background in teaching, the education side of eXp really spoke to me. I love learning, and I love teaching — and the amount of high-quality training available is unmatched.
I can access real-time, up-to-date classes on contracts, production, marketing strategies, and more — all from my home office. It’s incredibly convenient and allows me to keep growing my business while still being present for my family.
4. The Flexibility (aka Mom Life Win!)
I’m a mom of four, and time is precious. eXp gives me the flexibility to hop into broker meetings, mastermind calls, and trainings while I’m driving carpool or making dinner. It’s a level of freedom and efficiency I didn’t have before.
5. Stock Ownership + Revenue Streams
Let’s talk money. At eXp, I’m on an 80/20 split, with a $16,000 cap. After I hit that, I keep 100% of my commission (minus a tiny transaction fee and E&O). But here’s the kicker: if you hit a certain production level beyond the cap, you can earn that $16,000 back in stock.
I’ve never had any of my previous brokerages offer stock. Now, every time I close a deal, I get stock at a discounted rate — and I even earn shares with my first transaction each year. This adds a whole new layer of long-term wealth building that wasn’t available to me before.
6. Collaboration Over Competition
One of the biggest culture shocks (in the best way) was the sense of community. Coming from a teaching background, I’m used to sharing ideas, lesson plans, resources — and I was surprised that didn’t always exist in real estate.
But at eXp, the agents I’ve partnered with truly believe in collaboration over competition. I’m regularly part of masterminds, group chats, and coaching calls where we share exactly what’s working in our businesses. People are generous with their time, knowledge, and tools — and it’s helped me grow faster than ever.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, switching to eXp wasn’t just about lowering my costs or getting more training (though those were major bonuses). It was about finding a model that fit the kind of life and business I wanted to build — and surrounding myself with people who lift each other up.
If you’re curious about how eXp might work for you, my inbox is always open. I’d love to answer your questions and share more about what the transition looked like for me.
