Starting and Running Your Brokerage
Discover the essential tools to start and grow your brokerage with ease. Stay compliant, manage agents efficiently, and secure your business with advanced cybersecurity solutions.
Whether you’re just starting or managing an established brokerage, Bay East offers the resources you need. Access everything in one place to help your brokerage thrive.
Starting A Business - What Entity Type Is Right For You
Learn about different business structures (LLC, sole proprietorship, etc.).
Franchises vs Independent Brokerages
Learn about different business structures (LLC, sole proprietorship, etc.).
Be in Compliance with the DRE - Broker Self Evaluation
A guide to help brokers complete a self-evaluation and ensure compliance with the Department of Real Estate’s regulations.
Bay East Technical Support
Access to technical support resources to help brokers with tools, software, and technology-related issues.
Advertising Requirements a Licensee Should Know
A summary of the DRE’s advertising guidelines that brokers and agents must follow to stay in compliance.
Managing Your Agents
Best practices for effectively managing your agents, including tips on motivation, communication, and compliance.
Independent Contractor vs Employee Classification FAQs
Clarification on how to classify agents as either independent contractors or employees under current legal standards.
Independent Contractor Best Practices Video
A video resource detailing best practices for managing independent contractor relationships in real estate.
Make Your Office Meeting A Not To Miss Event
Creative tips to ensure your office meetings are engaging, informative, and valuable for agents.
Cybersecurity Checklist
A checklist of essential cybersecurity practices that brokers should implement to protect their business and clients.
Fictitious Business Name Statement
Instructions on filing a fictitious business name statement, which is required if operating under a different name than the registered business.