How to Join eXp Realty (2026 Step-by-Step Guide)

Wondering how to join eXp Realty? Gogo Bethke explains the application, sponsor selection, license transfer, and what to expect when joining #teamgogo.

Switching brokerages is a big deal. You have a business to run, clients to take care of, and probably very little interest in spending your week chasing paperwork. I get it.

But before you start filling anything out, make sure you understand what you are joining and who you are joining with. Those are two different decisions, and both deserve your attention.

Here is how to join eXp Realty and, if you choose me as your sponsor, how we get you connected with #teamgogo.

1. Do your homework on the brokerage

Please do not switch brokerages just because somebody told you it was amazing. Ask questions. Understand the commission split, cap, fees, training, technology, and how you will get support when you actually need it.

Google it. Ask ChatGPT or Claude. Then verify what you find with current brokerage information, because a very confident answer can still be wrong. Imagine that. Lol.

You can start at gogobethke.com/partner, watch the videos explaining eXp and #teamgogo, and book a call so we can talk about your business. Bring your questions. This is your career, and you should understand the decision you are making.

2. Be intentional about your sponsor choice

I take this part seriously. You can join the same brokerage as another agent and have a very different experience depending on the people you surround yourself with.

At eXp, your sponsor is the agent you identify as having most influenced your decision to join. But being named a sponsor does not automatically make someone your coach, mentor, or business best friend. You need to ask what support they actually provide.

What happens after you join? Who do you call with questions? What training and resources can you access? Does their experience line up with where you want to take your business?

Your sponsor selection is generally a long-term decision, with limited exceptions for changes. Give it more thought than you give your next phone upgrade.

Of course, I would love for you to choose me. Lol. But first, look at what we offer inside #teamgogo and make sure it fits what you need.

3. Complete your application and joining paperwork

If you decide to join with me as your sponsor, start at gogobethke.com/partner and follow the two steps in order:

• Step 1: Complete the #teamgogo intake form. This lets my team know you are coming so we can help you get connected.
• Step 2: Complete the official eXp application and joining paperwork, including your Independent Contractor Agreement, or ICA.

These are separate steps. Our intake form connects you with #teamgogo. The official eXp application starts your brokerage onboarding.

Follow the instructions carefully, check your sponsor selection before submitting, and keep an eye on your email for any follow-up requests. Paperwork sitting in your inbox cannot move your application forward.

4. Complete your license affiliation or transfer

Once your application is underway, eXp reviews your license and paperwork and coordinates broker approval. Your state broker team provides the instructions for affiliating or transferring your license.

If you are switching brokerages, follow those instructions before making changes. If you are newly licensed, confirm what your state requires to activate your license with eXp.

And how long does it take? That depends on your state, your license status, broker approval, and whether your paperwork is complete. I would rather give you a realistic answer than promise two business days and have you rearrange your entire business around it.

Respond promptly when the onboarding team needs something from you. That part you can control.

5. Make a plan for your active listings and pending transactions

“Okay, Gogo, but what happens to the business I already have?”

Good question. Get that answered before you make the move.

Do not assume your listings and pending transactions automatically follow you. How they are handled depends on your agreements, your current brokerage, state requirements, and the approvals involved.

Coordinate with your current broker and your eXp state broker team so you understand what stays, what may transfer, what paperwork is needed, and how commissions will be handled. Our #teamgogo onboarding team can help you connect with the right people as you work through the transition.

Your clients still need to be taken care of while you switch brokerages. Let’s have a plan for that.

6. Get connected with #teamgogo after activation

Once eXp confirms you are officially active, we will help you get connected with #teamgogo and walk you through the resources and support available through our organization.

Because joining is one thing. Knowing where to go, who to ask, and how to use what you have access to is what makes it useful.

Show up for the trainings. Ask questions. Meet the other agents. Use the resources. I can give you access, but I cannot attend the training for you. Lol.

One more detail before you apply: my legal name is Gyongyver Bethke. Gogo is a little easier to remember, I know. If you are choosing me as your sponsor, use Gyongyver Bethke and make sure you have selected the correct person before submitting.

Ready to see whether eXp and #teamgogo fit where you want to go? Start at gogobethke.com/partner. Watch the videos, bring your questions, and let’s talk about your next move.