Explore Referral Agent Opportunities with Ease

Are you a Maryland licensed real estate agent who wants to keep your license active without the high costs of traditional brokerage fees? With Montague-Smith Realty, you can do just that—for only $99 per year!

As a referral agent, you avoid paying MLS fees, Board fees, Sentrilock fees, and E&O insurance (which can add up to $2,500 or more annually). Instead, you simply refer buyers and sellers—whether residential or commercial—to the real estate agent of your choice, anywhere in the United States. Once the transaction closes, you earn your agreed-upon referral fee—it’s that simple!

Why Join Montague-Smith Realty?

✅ Keep your real estate license active
✅ Earn passive income with every referral
✅ Pay only a low annual fee—no hidden costs
✅ Refer clients nationwide, including individuals & corporations
✅ No real estate association, MLS, Sentrilock, or E&O insurance fees
✅ Refer residential & commercial properties

Join Montague-Smith Realty today and start earning without the overhead!

How to Getting Started ?

1. Contact Us

Use our Contact Page to inquiry about joining us as a Referral Agent

2. Documents

A New Agent Referral Package will be sent to you, providing step-by-step instructions on how to transfer your license, along with all the necessary forms to get started seamlessly.

3. Start Your Business

Start making referrals any where in the United States

Our Flat Fee Structure

At Montague-Smith Realty, we keep it simple with a flat $349 fee per closed transaction—no hidden costs, no surprises. You earn a competitive referral fee while keeping your license active without the high expenses of traditional real estate brokerages.

Example Breakdown:

✅ Home Sale Price: $425,000
✅ Total Commission (3% Example): $12,750
✅ Referral Fee (25% Example): $3,187.50
✅ Your Earnings (After Flat Fee): $2,838.50
✅ Broker Transaction Fee to Montague-Smith Realty: $349

Commission Options for Montague-Smith Realty Referral Agents
As a Referral Agent with Montague-Smith Realty, you have two ways to earn from the business you bring in. Choose the role that fits each deal:

Option 1: Refer & Represent (Earn 80%)

Choose this when you bring in a client and you also act as their representing agent (for the buyer or seller).
Your Commission: You receive 80% of the commission from the side you represent.
Brokerage Share: Montague-Smith Realty retains 20% of that commission, plus a $349 transaction fee.
Best For: Agents who want to actively work their referrals and maximize their earnings from the deal.
Example: You refer a seller and list their home. The seller pays a $10,000 commission to Montague-Smith Realty for the sale.
Your Earnings: $8,000 (80% of $10,000)
Brokerage Retains: $2,000 (20%) + $349 fee

Option 2: Refer Only (Earn 50%)

Choose this when you refer a client but do not actively represent either party in the transaction. The brokerage (me, as the broker) will handle placing agents or representing the client.
Your Commission: You receive a flat 50% of the total commission earned by Montague-Smith Realty on that transaction.
Brokerage Share: Montague-Smith Realty retains the other 50%.
Best For: Pure, passive referral income. You find the business, and we handle the rest.
Example: You refer a buyer to us. We represent them on a purchase that generates a $10,000 commission to our brokerage.
Your Referral Fee: $5,000 (50% of $10,000)
Brokerage Retains: $5,000

Simple Summary

Do you want to work the deal yourself? → Choose Option 1 (80/20 split).

Do you just want to pass the lead and collect income? → Choose Option 2 (50/50 referral split).

This flexible structure allows you to decide how involved you want to be on a case-by-case basis, maximizing your earning potential both ways.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1:How Much Should I Charge for a Referral Fee?

A1: You set the terms! While market standards suggest a 20-35% share of the commission, the final fee is yours to negotiate. Consider factors like the deal's complexity, the agent's relationship, and the local market when naming your rate. Just remember two things: 1) Get the agreement in place before making the introduction, and 2) Ensure the receiving agent's broker signs our formal referral agreement to protect your income.

Q2: Who can I refer business to?

A2: Yes. You can refer business to any licensed real estate agent, broker, or firm in the United States, whether they handle residential or commercial property. Your goal is to build a trusted, nationwide network of agents who can reliably serve your clients in any market.

Q3: Is Continuing Education Still Required?

A3: Yes, as an active licensed agent, you are still required to complete the continuing education courses mandated by Maryland jurisdiction.