Where agents feel the cash flow gap
- Marketing and lead generation — paid ads, photography, and listing promotion all cost money before a deal closes
- Staging and prep costs — agents often front staging, minor repairs, or professional photos for sellers
- Closing delays — financing fall-throughs and appraisal delays push commission income out further than planned
- Brokerage overhead — office rent, support staff, and software subscriptions continue regardless of deal flow
Funding options for agents and brokerages
- Revenue-based financing — underwritten against deposited commission checks rather than a steady paycheck; see revenue based financing
- Working capital lines — a revolving cushion to cover marketing and overhead between closings; see working capital loans
- Business credit cards — useful for smaller, recurring marketing expenses; see loan vs. credit card
What underwriters look for
a track record of closed deals and deposited commission checks over the trailing months matters more than your current pipeline. Pending deals are not revenue until they close.
Before you apply
Have 3-4 months of business bank statements ready — see how lenders read your bank statements — and the full document checklist. Approval and terms are always subject to lender underwriting; nothing here is a guarantee of approval.
Bridge the gap until your next closing
60-second form, no documents to start, soft check only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a real estate agent get a business loan based on commission income?
Yes — revenue-based financing can underwrite against deposited commission checks even though income arrives irregularly.
What do agents and brokerages typically fund with a loan?
Marketing and lead generation spend, staging costs, brokerage overhead, and bridging the gap between active listings and a closed commission check.