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Bay Area local Brokerage
Hang your license with a brokerage from the Bay Area
Keep your commission, get responsive local broker support, and work alongside agents who live and close deals in the same markets as your clients. No national franchise, no hidden fees.
Why do agents join Ashlar Lane?
A California local brokerage — Bay Area managing brokers, neighborhood-level know-how, and a commission structure that lets you keep more of what you earn.
Fast Support
Licensed transaction support and experienced managing brokers when you need them.
99% Commission
No setup fees or hidden fees. A 99/1 split less a flat closing fee.
Investor Culture
Many of our agents invest and represent themselves on their own deals.
Active Network
Private events and an agent community for sharing deals and market insight across the Bay Area.
Local market depth
We operate only in California. Your brokers and teammates understand Bay Area contracts, disclosures, and neighborhoods — so you can advise clients with confidence.
We moved our business here after years at full-service and discount brokerages. Ashlar Lane is the right blend of low fees and high responsiveness. We can brand our cards and signs with our own logo. Online tools are polished. Thumbs up.
Advance your business
Crush the basics
Keep your capital without cutting corners — with brokers who practice in the same California markets you do.
Broker Support
Expect fast, actionable responses from Bay Area managing brokers on California transaction questions. Call or text us during business hours.
Transaction Coordination
Leverage a licensed assistant to prep paperwork and keep timelines on track.
Professional Knowledge
We do not teach marketing or sales. We focus on contracts, compliance, and closing with confidence.
Fuel opportunity
Surround yourself with investors
Network with colleagues who think like operators, not order-takers.
Expand your circle
Meet agents at private events. If your network is your net worth, this is where you grow it.
Connect with clients
Work with investor-minded buyers and sellers who value analysis, speed, and straight talk.
It is your business
We work for you
It is your money
We do not provide office space, CRMs, or websites. We invest in faster support and customer service.
Use our brand or yours
Leverage our reputation as an investor-savvy brokerage, or design your own brand powered by Ashlar Lane.
99% Commission Plans
California agents only. Simple monthly fees and flat closing costs — no multi-state fine print.
Agent Standard
$85/mo + $550/closing
- Broker support and education
- Transaction management
- E&O large claim insurance
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Agent Business
$125/mo + $450/closing
- Everything in Standard
- $100 off closing fee
- 90/10 split on rentals
- Discounted coordination services
Closing fee applies to sale prices up to $2M or commissions up to $50K, then resets. New agents pay an additional mentorship fee on their first five closings. Ashlar Lane is licensed in California only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total charge per closed transaction?
Ashlar Lane uses a simple model: a monthly plan fee plus a flat closing fee per transaction — not a percentage of your commission. Plans start at $85/month + $550 per closing; our Business plan is $125/month + $450 per closing. See commission plans for full details. State-mandated fees are passed through at cost with no markup.
How soon do I get paid after escrow closes?
Once your transaction file is approved and we receive confirmed closing documents, commission disbursements are processed promptly — typically within one to two business days.
Can I negotiate my commission with clients?
Yes. You set your own rates with buyers and sellers. The only requirement is that your commission covers Ashlar Lane's closing fee for your plan.
How do I get broker support?
Reach our managing brokers by phone, email, or text during business hours at (415) 555-0100. For urgent transaction questions that cannot wait until the next business day, after-hours contact information is provided in your agent welcome materials.
Where do I get C.A.R. and transaction forms?
California agents typically access C.A.R. forms through ZipForm at car.org, included with your local association membership. If you need help setting up access, our team can walk you through the process.
What about REALTOR® memberships and MLS access?
Ashlar Lane is a California-licensed brokerage; each agent maintains their own REALTOR® association and MLS membership for the California markets they serve. Dues and requirements vary by local board — we help you navigate Bay Area and statewide requirements.
How do I know what is required for my transaction?
When you open a transaction in our system, you will see a checklist of required documents based on the deal type — listing, purchase, referral, and so on. If anything is unclear, your transaction coordinator or managing broker can help.
Can I join if I also hold an NMLS mortgage license?
Often, yes. Agents who hold a separate NMLS license under another mortgage broker can typically keep their real estate license with Ashlar Lane, provided your real estate transactions flow through our brokerage and the two businesses are marketed separately. Contact us before joining to confirm your specific situation.
Can my clients use any lender, title company, or escrow provider?
Yes. Your clients may work with any lender, title company, or escrow provider they choose. We can recommend trusted Bay Area vendors when helpful, but the decision is yours and your client's.
Do you accept part-time agents?
Yes. We welcome part-time and dual-career agents. There is no requirement to practice full time to hang your license with Ashlar Lane.
Where does Ashlar Lane operate?
California only. Our managing brokers and leadership are Bay Area–based, and we support agents working across Northern California — from San Francisco and the Peninsula to the East Bay, South Bay, and North Bay. There is no requirement to work from a physical office; you run your business locally, with brokers who know these markets inside and out.
Can I use a local vendor for business cards, signs, and marketing?
Yes. You may order business cards, signs, and print materials from any vendor, as long as they follow our marketing guidelines — including the Ashlar Lane logo where required and your DRE license number. Marketing beyond basic contact information may need broker approval.
Do I need to join a local association to do business?
Yes. To list and sell property, you will need active membership with a local REALTOR® association that includes MLS access for your market. That membership is between you and the association, not the brokerage — but we will guide you through the steps when you join.
Do you offer lead generation training?
We provide resources to help you build your business, including guidance on lead generation and client follow-up. Our core focus is transaction support, compliance, and responsive broker access — not running a lead-generation program for you.
Do you provide leads?
Ashlar Lane does not guarantee leads. Many of our agents generate their own business or use third-party lead services on their own. We focus on helping you close the deals you bring in with strong broker support and transaction coordination.
Do I receive anything if I refer agents to join?
Yes. If you refer licensed agents who join Ashlar Lane and close transactions, you may qualify for recruiting bonuses under our agent referral program. Ask us for current program details when you join.
Is there a minimum commitment?
No. You can transfer your license out at any time. New agents receive transaction mentorship on their first closings — we focus on contracts and compliance, not mandatory meetings or lead quotas.
Do you offer discounts for teams?
Yes. On the Business plan, add agents for $50/month each. If a team splits, agents keep the discounted rate for six months.
How do I transfer my license to Ashlar Lane?
Call us at (415) 555-0100 or submit the form above and we will walk you through the transfer. Most California transfers take just a few minutes once you are ready.
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