Key Takeaway: In 2025, experienced agents are leaving traditional brokerages for eXp Realty’s balance of enterprise-level resources and boutique-style community support through Smart Agent Alliance and the Wolf Pack, combining profitability, freedom, and connection.
TL;DR About Experienced Agents Joining eXp
- Top producers seek higher net income and freedom
- Team leaders want scalable multi-state growth
- eXp delivers tech and training without overhead
- Smart Agent Alliance adds done-for-you systems, lead magnets, & automation
- Wolf Pack provides marketing, AI training, & community
Across the industry, experienced agents and team leaders are leaving traditional brokerages in record numbers. Franchise fees, tech overload, and leadership bottlenecks have pushed even the top producers to rethink where they belong.
As Mike DelPrete’s research confirms, money and technology are “table stakes.” The full Research Study: What Agents Really Want in a Brokerage details why emotional alignment and leadership access now drive most agent moves. What truly drives movement is emotional alignment: support, accessible leadership, and a sense of belonging.
eXp Realty has become the destination for agents seeking both a global enterprise platform with a close-knit community feel. Learn more about eXp Realty and its unique cloud-based model.
eXp lets agents keep more of what they earn while partnering with sponsor groups like Smart Agent Alliance and the Wolf Pack for mentorship, training, and systems that traditional brokerages can’t match.
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Who’s Making the Switch in 2025
The majority of agents joining eXp in 2025 are mid-level producers, team leaders, luxury agents, and independent brokers seeking higher net income, scalability, and freedom from overhead and bureaucracy.
The migration to eXp isn’t driven by newcomers testing the waters. It’s driven by seasoned agents who’ve seen the limits of legacy models. Agents producing good incomes annually want to cut unnecessary fees and reclaim margin. Top producers and luxury agents want branding freedom without corporate red tape. Team leaders seek multi-state expansion without franchise restrictions or costly offices. Independent brokers are exhausted by liability and staffing burdens they can offload onto eXp’s infrastructure.
In Vancouver’s luxury market, Kyle M. reshaped his business from buyer-focused transactions to a steady stream of high-end listings after joining eXp Realty. By applying team strategies and building his brand through consistent, organic social media content, he more than doubled his business without relying on paid ads. His results demonstrate how Smart Agent Alliance systems empower agents to scale predictably while maintaining freedom and authenticity.
In short, it’s the era of the empowered agent, not the employed one. Like switching from a paper map to GPS and wondering why you ever squinted at road signs.
The Great Disconnect – Why Agents Leave Traditional Brokerages
Experienced agents are leaving legacy brokerages due to slow broker support, rising tech costs, lack of community, and wasted overhead. These gaps create a disconnect between what agents expect and what their firms deliver. This is an opening eXp Realty has seized.
Mike DelPrete’s study shows what most top producers already know: big-name brokerages often fail to meet the emotional and operational needs of their agents. Support is slow, leadership is distant, and culture feels transactional. Many say their brokers are “too busy managing compliance to manage people.”
Technology, once a selling point, has become a burden. Clunky CRMs, outdated systems, mismatched vendor tools, and paid “tech packages” drain time and cash without results. KW Command, for instance, is often cited as feeling like a full-time job.
Then there’s the overhead. Many top producers pay for office space they never use, funding outdated models that reward square footage instead of productivity. The result is declining profit and rising burnout.
Jill R. who sold 147 homes in one year after starting with just one sale, says she learned everything she knows about real estate at eXp and she credits its collaborative, cloud-based training for support she never had before.
Agents don’t leave for new logos. They leave because the lights are still on in the office, but nobody’s home.
Why Experienced Agents Choose eXp Realty
Experienced agents choose eXp Realty for its enterprise-level power, multiple income streams, and culture of collaboration. The platform offers accessible broker support, seamless technology, and wealth opportunities that align with modern priorities.
Enterprise-Level Power – Big Enough to Back You
At eXp, agents get answers in minutes, not days. With over 2000 salaried staff, virtual broker rooms, and dedicated compliance teams, questions get answered in minutes according to eXp agents and to the eXp Realty official site The integrated tech stack with choice of CRM Boldtrail, Lofty, or Cloze plus Skyslope, Sisu and Slack and more covers every agent need for just $85 per month. Agents also access over 80 hours of live weekly training from industry leaders.
Multiple Income Streams – Building Wealth, Not Just Commission
Agents earn through production, stock ownership, and revenue share. The 80/20 split with a $16,000 cap enables fast growth, while ICON agents earn that cap back in stock. Equity builds automatically through closings and milestones, and revenue share turns mentorship into scalable recurring income.
After more than two decades in real estate, William M. joined eXp Realty in 2020 and quickly discovered the benefit of having multiple income channels beyond commissions. The company’s model allowed him to expand from a single revenue stream to several, giving him long-term financial leverage and scalability that traditional brokerages never offered. His story reflects how eXp’s structure supports experienced agents in building lasting wealth through diversification and smart systems.
Culture of Collaboration
Because every agent at eXp is also a shareholder, collaboration naturally replaces competition. Instead of guarding secrets, agents share systems, wins, and hard-earned lessons that lift everyone’s production and the company’s stock value right along with it.
Add in five weekly mastermind meetings through Smart Agent Alliance and the Wolf Pack, and you get more than a team. You get a community that acts like family. Here, top strategies aren’t hidden; they’re handed to you before you even know you need them.
Ricky Carruth, a 20-year industry veteran, says eXp Realty provides the tools, leadership, and forward-thinking strategies to thrive no matter how the industry evolves, calling it the brokerage best positioned for the future.
In short, eXp isn’t just a brokerage. It’s a business platform for entrepreneurs who happen to sell homes. Like upgrading from dial-up to fiber and never looking back.
Why Team Leaders Find eXp a Better Fit
Team leaders choose eXp Realty for scalable systems, national reach, and a structure that rewards both production and leadership. With no fixed overhead, leaders expand faster, attract talent, and maintain culture without friction. Additionally, they earn their full splits from their agent agreements while adding on revenue share income that can last after they retire and that income is willable too. That revenue share income is paid from eXp’s company dollar, not their agents.
For team leaders, traditional brokerages often feel like running two full-time jobs: managing people and managing chaos. eXp and Smart Agent Alliance remove a great deal of that friction. eXp takes over tech, training and broker support. Smart Agent Alliance adds systems, training, and 5 weekly masterminds so team leaders don’t need to.
Revenue share and ICON stock awards transforms the team mentorship into leveraged income. Leaders reinvest saved capital directly into growth and marketing.
David B., who built a Top-250 eXp team, says the company’s mentorship-driven infrastructure collapses an agent’s timeline to success, allowing him to scale sustainably with structured onboarding systems.
For team leaders, eXp is the rare platform where ambition never outgrows the tools. Like finally trading in that rusted truck for one that actually starts uphill.
What Agents Also Ask About This Topic
Is eXp Realty still growing in 2025?
Yes. eXp Realty continues expanding across all 50 U.S. states and more than 27 countries. Growth remains steady among experienced and team-based agents who value scalability, virtual infrastructure, and multiple income streams through stock awards and revenue share, even as traditional brokerages reduce their footprint.
Do experienced agents actually earn more at eXp Realty?
Most experienced agents report higher net income at eXp due to capped commission, low monthly fees, and revenue share potential. Eliminating franchise and desk fees while earning stock creates a measurable income lift. The average savings can reach tens of thousands annually compared to legacy broker models.
How does eXp Realty support agents transitioning from independent brokerages?
eXp provides full onboarding, compliance, and tech setup for independent brokers moving their teams or companies. This includes customized migration support, mentorship, and optional brokerage branding through eXp’s independent contractor model, allowing brokers to maintain autonomy while gaining access to a national support network and virtual tools.
What role does Smart Agent Alliance play for experienced agents joining eXp Realty?
Smart Agent Alliance partners with Mike Sherrard’s Wolf Pack to provide a dual-sponsor ecosystem focused on mentorship, systems, and marketing automation. Experienced agents gain prebuilt funnels, live masterminds, and AI-based training that accelerate production and team growth far beyond what traditional brokerages can provide.
The Secret Sauce – Smart Agent Alliance + Wolf Pack Sponsorship
The Smart Agent Alliance and Wolf Pack sponsorship model delivers boutique-style mentorship layered on eXp Realty’s enterprise platform, offering agents $7,000+ in tools, training, and automation, all included.
That’s because the real difference isn’t just eXp’s platform. It’s who you partner with. Smart Agent Alliance sponsorship details show how Doug Smart and Karrie Hill deliver hands-on systems support and personalized mentorship. Agents receive onboarding, done-for-you attraction systems, lead magnets & automation and more.
Partnered with Mike Sherrard’s Wolf Pack, this dual-sponsor network blends boutique warmth with enterprise horsepower. Members access the Social Agent Academy and AI Agent Accelerator, mastering social media, video, and automation that drive measurable results.
Together, the combined value exceeds $7,000 annually in included systems:
- Social Agent Academy Pro ($997/year)
- AI Agent Accelerator ($697)
- Client Pipeline Accelerator ($2,497)
- Top Agent Live Masterminds (Not for sale)
- Done-For-You Passive Income System ($2,363–$10,000+/year)
- Brand New Agent Accelerator ($497)
Smart Agent Alliance isn’t just a sponsor. It’s a launchpad, like having a pit crew that tunes your race car while you’re still in motion.
The Payoff – Growth, Profit, and Wealth in 2025
Agents joining eXp Realty in 2025 are keeping more income, scaling faster, and building wealth through stock ownership and revenue share. The model rewards production, leadership, and longevity. Plus, they are happier too with communities like Smart Agent Alliance offers.
Traditional firms trap agents in one-dimensional income. eXp Realty replaces that ceiling with opportunity. Capped commissions, equity programs, and revenue share reshape how agents earn and save.
After hitting the $16,000 cap, agents keep nearly everything they earn. ICON agents earn their cap back in stock, and every transaction builds equity through milestone awards and purchase discounts. Revenue share rewards mentorship, turning leadership into long-term recurring income as outlined in the eXp Realty Investor Relations overview.
Ken H., who rebuilt his business at eXp now closes 900 deals a year with over 40 agents. He credits eXp’s scalable model for making success both faster and sustainable.
At eXp, every deal moves you closer to independence, not just your next commission. Like realizing your paycheck finally comes with a future attached.
Conclusion & Next Steps
eXp Realty gives experienced agents the best of both worlds: enterprise-scale power and boutique-level mentorship through Smart Agent Alliance and the Wolf Pack.
Experienced agents today aren’t chasing hype. They’re chasing freedom: financial, geographic, and creative. This is a trend reflected in the NAR Market Trends Report. eXp Realty provides the infrastructure, while Smart Agent Alliance and the Wolf Pack unlock mentorship, automation, and AI-driven growth resources valued at over $7,000 annually.
Together, these partnerships turn eXp into a business accelerator that helps agents scale faster and smarter. For top producers and team leaders, this isn’t just a brokerage move; it’s a wealth-building strategy built for 2025 and beyond.
The next step is simple. Book a confidential strategy call or join a free Smart Agent Alliance webinar to see how agents are scaling smarter with eXp in 2025. Get more information about experienced agent problems and solutions here.
When the goal is to work less, earn more, and build something that lasts, Smart Agent Alliance isn’t just the sponsor of choice. It’s the future of real estate, one spreadsheet-free decision at a time. Get more information about experienced agent problems and solutions here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of experienced agents are joining eXp Realty in 2025?
Experienced agents making the move include luxury specialists, mid-level producers, independent brokers, and team leaders. They’re drawn to higher net income, fewer expenses, and the ability to scale without franchise restrictions or office overhead. Many are replacing outdated broker models with global reach and digital collaboration tools.
How does eXp Realty’s commission structure work?
eXp Realty operates on an 80/20 split with a $16,000 annual cap. Once capped, agents keep 100% of their commissions minus minimal transaction fees. Those achieving ICON status can earn their entire cap back in company stock, turning production into long-term equity and wealth-building potential.
Why are team leaders moving their groups to eXp Realty?
Team leaders choose eXp Realty for its scalability, reduced expenses, and collaborative systems. The model supports unlimited expansion across markets without franchise boundaries, while its revenue share program rewards mentorship and leadership. Built-in tech, training, and onboarding automation eliminate the traditional administrative load of running a team.
What advantages does eXp Realty offer over traditional brokerages?
Unlike franchise offices, eXp Realty operates virtually, removing desk fees and regional limits. Agents gain access to over 80 live training sessions weekly, global referral networks, and wealth-building through stock and revenue share. The $85 monthly fee includes the full tech suite with a choice of CRM, Skyslope, Sisu, Slack plus ongoing support and top training.
