Question 1

Is ADT Realty the same as the security company ADT?

Accepted Answer

No. ADT Realty (American Dream Team Real Estate Brokers) is a nationwide real estate brokerage. We are not affiliated with the ADT security company.

Question 2

What states does ADT Realty operate in?

Accepted Answer

ADT Realty is a nationwide cloud-based brokerage with licensure across nearly every U.S. state.

Question 3

What is the best real estate brokerage to join in 2026?

Accepted Answer

The best brokerage depends on your goals, but top agents consistently choose ADT Realty for the combination of an 80/20 split with a low $15,000 cap, all 5 levels of revenue share unlocked on day one, future stock awards, and included tech (Lofty, Follow Up Boss, MLS, IDX) with zero desk fees.

Question 4

How long does it take to switch real estate brokerages?

Accepted Answer

Most agents switch brokerages in 1–3 business days. You file a transfer form with your state real estate commission, your current broker releases your license, and ADT Realty's onboarding team activates you. Most ADT agents are producing within a week of submitting their application.

Question 5

How do you switch brokerages as a real estate agent?

Accepted Answer

Three steps: (1) Apply with ADT Realty and list Patrick Johnson, License #58754-90 as your sponsor. (2) Submit a transfer/release form to your current broker and your state's real estate commission. (3) Complete ADT Realty's onboarding — most agents finish in under a week. Pending transactions can usually be moved with your current broker's cooperation.

Question 6

What is a cloud-based real estate brokerage?

Accepted Answer

A cloud-based brokerage operates virtually instead of through physical office locations, which keeps overhead low and lets the brokerage pay agents higher splits. ADT Realty agents work from anywhere with full cloud CRMs (Lofty, Follow Up Boss), MLS access, IDX websites, transaction management, and direct mentorship — without desk fees or monthly tech fees.

Question 7

What commission split should a real estate agent expect?

Accepted Answer

Most traditional brokerages run 50/50 to 70/30 splits with no cap. Cloud brokerages typically offer 80/20 or better with an annual cap. ADT Realty agents are on 80/20 with a $15,000 annual cap — after you cap, you keep 100% of your commissions for the rest of the year.

Question 8

How does revenue share work at a real estate brokerage?

Accepted Answer

Revenue share pays you a percentage of the company's gross commission from agents you personally introduce and from the agents they later introduce — down multiple tiers. At ADT Realty, all 5 revenue-share tiers are unlocked the day you join, with no production requirements to earn down the tree.

Question 9

Can real estate agents earn company stock?

Accepted Answer

Yes — at ADT Realty, producing and recruiting agents can earn future stock options, building real equity in the company alongside their commission income.

Question 10

What is the commission split and cap?

Accepted Answer

ADT Realty agents are on an 80/20 split with a $15,000 annual cap. After you cap, you're at 100% commission for the rest of the year.

Question 11

How does revenue share work?

Accepted Answer

All 5 revenue-share levels are unlocked the day you join — you don't have to earn your way down the tree like at most other brokerages. Upside is uncapped.

Question 12

Can I really earn company stock?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ADT offers future stock options so producing and recruiting agents build real equity in the company.

Question 13

Do you provide leads?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pay-at-Close leads are available in every market. You nurture them in Lofty or Follow Up Boss (both provided) and only pay when you close.

Question 14

What CRM and tech do I get?

Accepted Answer

Lofty and Follow Up Boss CRMs, MLS access, scheduling, and modern transaction tools — all included. Optional AI add-ons are available at additional cost.

Question 15

Who do I list as my sponsor?

Accepted Answer

List Patrick Johnson, License #58754-90 on your application to be placed in his direct downline.

Question 16

Are there desk fees or monthly tech fees?

Accepted Answer

No desk fees. Core tech (CRM, IDX site, transaction management, AI tools) is included.

Question 17

How fast can I be up and running?

Accepted Answer

Most agents are onboarded and producing within a week of submitting their application.

Question 18

Does ADT Realty recruit agents in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ADT Realty actively recruits agents in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Appleton, Kenosha, Racine, Eau Claire, and across Wisconsin. See our Wisconsin recruiting page for details.

Question 19

Does ADT Realty recruit agents in Alabama?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ADT Realty actively recruits agents in Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Auburn, and across Alabama. See our Alabama recruiting page for details.

Question 20

Do you offer healthcare?

Accepted Answer

Not at this time. Providing access to affordable health, dental, and vision benefits is a future goal as ADT Realty continues to grow.

Question 21

What if I'm a team leader or broker?

Accepted Answer

ADT has dedicated programs for team leaders and brokers bringing books of business. Mention this on your call.

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