Teamwork makes the dream work.
Want to build a team? We can help! Want to join an existing team? We can help! Want to bring your existing team over to Kale? We can help! Want Kale to recruit and train your team members? Yep, we do that, too.
In team mode agents can find themselves struggling with…
Selection
If you want to join a team, you’ll want some options! We’ll help place you with a team that is aligned with your goals and values.
Recruitment
Does your team need more agents? We have two full-time recruiters on board to help find your next amazing team member!
Structure
As team lead would you like full control over your team’s commissions? Of course you do! You tell us how compensation works!
Training
Many team leads are too busy to train their agents! No problem - Kale can take over those duties so you can continue to grow.
Your team your way.
One of the benefits to building a team is that as team lead you can determine what you wish to offer to clients. Kale believes there are many paths to success and we’ll support your efforts. We can take on the responsibilities that get in the way of your team’s growth. You tell us what you need!
Need more team members?
Kale Realty has two full-time recruiters on staff to learn about what type of agent you want, and we’ll go to work to contact prospective agents and sell them on you. We want to help you grow, and we’ll make the dials on your behalf!
Wait, I don’t have a team!
No problem! If you’re an individual agent who is looking to join an existing team, we will connect you with a group looking for an agent like you. If you want to start your own team, awesome! We’ll help you get started and take on the tasks that would slow you down so you can grow faster.
Put me in, coach!
Kale Realty is proud to be the exclusive Chicago partner with TheLockerRoom, a top national real estate coaching company. We provide unlimited access to for Kale agents to participate in all their programs. Most firms charge for coaching, but guess what? We’re not most firms.
Generous compensation and fees you won’t resent.
You work hard for your clients. It’s time to get paid what you deserve! We have among the highest commission payouts and lowest fees in the industry. Schedule an appointment so we can go over in detail how our commission plan will keep more money in your pocket. We even have an annual fee cap!
Technology that actually helps.
A carpenter is only as good as their tools. We provide everything you need so that you can automate your business, help drive more leads to your door, and increase your efficiency and effectiveness.
Website & CRM
We partner with RealGeeks to custom-build a website for your business with a true MLS search for lead generation. Coupled with an AI-powered CRM with drip email marketing to put your business on autopilot so that you can focus on business building tasks!
Social Media Marketing
Real estate brokers should be authentically creating image and video content on social media to stay in touch with their clients, and friends. We provide ready-made templates and video prompts for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and Tiktok!
E-Signature
Being a successful real estate agent doesn’t mean dealing with paper contracts. Kale has been paperless for over a decade, to make your client’s lives easier as they move through a transaction. You’re too busy to run around chasing signatures!
Property Marketing
Want to create a beautiful sign for a listing, or design flyers, brochures, mailers or door hangers? We can do that, too! Our partner XpressDocs is the industry leads for real estate marketing pieces shipped right to your door overnight!
Client Presentations
When meeting a client you need to be prepared. Kale has many different styles of buyer and seller presentations that you can easily customize guaranteed to impress. These take just minutes to complete and look beautiful and impressive.
Home Valuation
Imagine having an automated system that sends your clients updated home valuations while you sleep! Kale has two CMA tools that will keep your name in front of customers while keeping them informed on how their property is performing.
Support when you need it.
Our seven member support team is ready to answer your questions. We actually pick up the phone when you call. It’s our job to help you, and we encourage you to reach out with any and all real estate questions.
→ Paperwork guidance
→ Vendor recommendations
→ Pricing strategies
→ Industry changes
→ Marketing advice
→ How to use our tech
D.J. and Tim are ready to chat with you!
We are excited to continue your exploration of Kale Realty! Schedule a no-pressure, non-salesy introductory meeting so that we can learn about your business, your real estate goals, and what you are currently missing. After our meeting we’ll come back to you with solutions and you will ultimately decide whether Kale is the right fit for your needs.
In our introductory meeting we’ll discuss...
Lead Generation
There’s a business maxim that states “leads solve all problems.” Let’s talk about your current lead-gen strategy and where you could use an upgrade!
Industry Changes
Do you feel adequately prepared to have tough conversations with buyers and sellers around compensation and your service value?
Splits & Fees
You need to know exactly what is costs to be a Kale agent and how you’ll be paid on every deal so you can calculate the upgrade to your botton line.
Kale Culture
What are our values and how do we think about supporting brokers? Learn about the environment we’ve create so you can feel part of our family and have fun!
Sticking Points
Even the most successful agents have opportunities for improvement. Let’s address those head on and find a way through the struggle. We’re on the case!
Your Dreams
This is your business and we want to find out where your passion lies. What is your “why”? Once we have a clear picture of your vision, we’ll help with the “how.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely not! We are a wholly owned family brokerage in Chicago. While some brokerages tack on additional fees, we do not. Yay!
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We sure do! Located in the heart of Lincoln Park, our office is available for agents to use 24x7 to use our office space. While you're never required to visit our office, you're always welcome to work here!
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Absolutely not! Each agent has their own career objectives and we are here to honor your goals. You do as much business as you want, and we'll be here to help every step of the way.
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Yes! Many brokers have another career that they work while practicing real estate. Whether you stay a dual-career agent or are looking to transition to single-career, we can help!
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Technically Kale Realty does not hold earnest money, however, our title company will should you use their service. If you'd rather use a different title service, they will hold your client's earnest money.
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Our goal is to pay you as fast as possible. We average under three business days in getting you paid. Once all of your deal paperwork has been received and accepted, will will initiate payment immediately. We direct deposit into your bank of choice.
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Yes and no! If someone calls us asking to speak to an agent, we pass that over to our agents. However we do not provide a regular stream of internet leads. What we do promise is how to show you how to generate leads for your business. We also have lead partners that will send leads to you for a fee.
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The first thing we check for is a culture fit. We want to make sure agents feel connected to Kale and can represent our brand with our values. We also look for agents that are coachable, kind, fun, hard-working, and care about the industry. If this is you, we want to talk!
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We get this question a lot, and our agents (many of which came from those firms) would say that we offer the same resources and tools. Because we're locally owned we don't have as many expenses as the big firms, and we can pass that savings over to you in higher commissions, lower fees, and unlimited coaching.
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Because we have trainings every weekday, you could say that each day we have a sales meeting. However, you participate in the meetings and trainings that make sense for your business. You'll never be required to come to an event, but you'll always be invited.
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No! We ask our management team to not produce real estate so they can focus 100% of their efforts on supporting your business.
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You bet! Schedule a meeting so we can explain how our annual fee cap works and how quickly we can help you hit that cap!
What’s next?
Schedule a meeting (either in-person or virtual) where we can learn more about you, your goals, where you currently need assistance, and what you are looking for in a brokerage. We are excited to chat and see if Kale would be the right fit.