Educational Guide

What is a Referral-Only Brokerage?

Understanding the modern approach to real estate licensing that saves agents thousands while maintaining active status and earning potential.

The Definition:
Referral-Only Brokerage

A referral-only brokerage is a real estate company that holds your real estate license with the state and allows you to earn referral fees when connecting clients to other full-service REALTORS® in any state in the USA, without requiring MLS membership, NAR dues, or local board association fees.

Holds your license with the state
No MLS membership required
No NAR membership required
No local board association fees
Referrals to all 50 states
Agent-to-agent referrals only

Cost Savings

Save thousands annually by eliminating MLS, NAR, and association fees while maintaining your license.

Flexibility

Work nationwide with referrals to all 50 states without geographical restrictions.

Simplicity

Focus on client relationships while we handle the paperwork and compliance.

The Process

How a Referral-Only Brokerage Works

Simple, straightforward process that connects your clients with top-producing agents while you earn referral commissions.

1

Submit Your Referral

Connect your client to us through the Just Referred Submit a Referral page. Simple online form takes just minutes.

2

We Match Your Client

We match your client with a top-producing, full-service REALTOR® in their market through our vetted network.

3

Agent Closes Transaction

The matched REALTOR® closes the transaction with your client, handling all the details and paperwork.

4

You Get Paid

You get paid your referral commission after closing. Fast payment processing gets money in your account quickly.

Target Audience

Who We Serve

This model is perfect for agents who are:

Retired or Semi-Retired

Want to keep earning without full-time commitment

Working in Another Career

No longer selling real estate full-time

Relocating or Taking a Break

From full-service real estate sales

Interested in Passive Income

From their network and relationships

Perfect Fit?

If you recognize yourself in any of these categories, Just Referred could be the perfect solution to keep your license active while earning referral income.

Why Choose Us

Why Just Referred
Stands Out

Many referral-only brokerages exist, but Just Referred is different:

Experienced Broker Support

From experienced professionals with decades of real estate expertise

Fast Payment Processing

Lightning-fast processing on referral commissions

Personalized Client Matching

Precision matching to ensure high satisfaction and repeat business

Clear Communication

Transparent updates so you know exactly where your referral stands

Benefits at Just Referred

Everything you need, nothing you don't

Avoid MLS & Association Dues
Keep License Active
Maintain Your Network
Stay Industry Connected
The Bottom Line

Earn income without showing homes or writing contracts

Key Advantages

Benefits of a Referral-Only Model

Discover why thousands of agents choose referral-only brokerages to maintain their licenses while maximizing their earning potential.

Massive Cost Savings

Eliminate thousands in annual overhead costs including MLS fees, NAR dues, local board fees, desk fees, and office expenses.

Save $1,400+ annually
vs. full-service REALTORS®

Ultimate Flexibility

Work on your own schedule with no office hours, sales quotas, mandatory meetings, or production requirements.

100% Remote Work
Complete flexibility

Passive Income Stream

Earn commission income from referrals without the stress of managing transactions, showings, or client hand-holding.

Earn While You Sleep
Referral commissions

License Protection

Keep your real estate license active and in good standing without the financial burden that full-service REALTORS® pay for MLS, Association, and National Dues.

Always Active
License stays current

Zero Sales Pressure

No cold calling, prospecting pressure, or mandatory sales activities. Focus on quality relationships and natural referrals.

Stress-Free
Relationship-focused

Nationwide Opportunities

Access to referral opportunities across all 50 states. You can refer buyers and sellers nationwide to qualified experienced full-service REALTORS®.

All 50 States
Unlimited reach
Ready to Get Started?

Join Our Leading Referral-Only Brokerage

Whether you are stepping back from sales, relocating, or simply looking for a low-cost way to keep your license active, Just Referred makes it easy to keep earning through your connections.

$1,400+
Annual Savings
80%
Commission Split
50
Refer to all 50 States
Join Just Referred Today

✅ No Setup Fees • ✅ Cancel Anytime • ✅ 5-Minute Application

Stay Connected to the Industry Without the Day-to-Day Grind

Keep your real estate license active, maintain your network and relationships, and earn income without showing homes or writing contracts. Perfect for part-time agents, retired agents, and professionals focusing on referrals only.

Avoid High MLS & Association Dues
Maintain Network & Relationships