Know if a broker shop is right for you.

Should you open your own mortgage broker shop?

Take a 3-minute quiz and see which of three paths fits you: start your own broker shop, join a platform, or go retail.

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Three paths

Open your own licensed broker company. The most control and the highest cost; every task is yours.

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Run your own brand under a licensed platform that handles the back office, for a flat fee per file instead of a percent.

Work as a loan officer at a retail lender. The company sets your comp plan and provides products, systems, and often leads.

Last updated November 2026