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Referral Group Inc (Remax) is a New Jersey-based referral brokerage that offers an 80% commission split on standard referrals and a 90% split on personal transactions. As a closer competitor to General Referral than many traditional brokerages, Referral Group Inc appeals to agents who want a straightforward referral-only model. The key difference comes down to structure: General Referral uses a flat $295 per-transaction fee instead of a percentage-based split, which means your savings grow as your referral commissions increase.

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Quick Comparison

FeatureGeneral ReferralReferral Group Inc
Commission Split100% (less $295 flat fee)80% (90% for personal transactions)
Annual Fee$99 - $119$100
NJ OfficeYes (Midland Park & Holmdel)Yes (Hamilton Square)
Online SignupYesNo
Referral RestrictionsNoneNone stated
Online Referral PortalYesNo

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Commission Deep Dive

To see how the two models compare in practice, consider a typical referral scenario: a $500,000 home with a 3% commission ($15,000) and a 25% referral fee ($3,750).
With General Referral, you keep 100% of your referral commission minus a flat $295 transaction fee:
  • Referral commission earned: $3,750
  • Transaction fee: $295
  • Your net payout: $3,455
  • Effective split: 92.1%
The flat fee stays at $295 regardless of the commission amount, so your effective split improves on higher-value referrals.
On this $3,750 referral commission, General Referral puts $455 more in your pocket compared to Referral Group Inc’s standard 80% split. Even against the 90% personal transaction rate, General Referral still comes out ahead by $80.
The General Referral flat fee model beats any percentage-based split on referral commissions above approximately $1,475. For commissions at or below that threshold, a percentage split may yield a similar or slightly better result — but most real estate referral commissions comfortably exceed that figure.

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Technology & Tools

General Referral provides a modern, digital-first experience for referral agents:
  • Online referral portal — Submit and manage referrals from anywhere through a dedicated web-based dashboard
  • Digital referral submission — No paperwork or phone calls required to place a referral
  • Electronic agreements via SignWell — Sign all documents digitally without printing, scanning, or mailing
  • Commission tracking — Monitor the status and payout of your referrals in real time

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Office Locations & Accessibility

DetailGeneral ReferralReferral Group Inc
Primary OfficeMidland Park, NJHamilton Square, NJ
Additional OfficeHolmdel, NJ—
Number of NJ Locations21
Region CoveredNorthern & Central NJCentral NJ
Online Signup AvailableYesNo
Remote-Friendly ToolsYes (online portal, e-signatures)Limited
With offices in both Midland Park and Holmdel, General Referral provides convenient access for agents across northern and central New Jersey — and the online portal means you rarely need to visit an office at all.

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Resources & Support

  • Dedicated support for referral agents
  • Online knowledge base and documentation
  • Digital onboarding process with electronic agreements
  • Self-service referral portal for 24/7 access
  • Two physical office locations for in-person support when needed

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Who Should Choose Referral Group Inc?

Referral Group Inc may be a good fit if you:

Prefer a Traditional Brokerage

You value conventional brokerage relationships and are comfortable managing referrals through phone, email, or in-person communication rather than an online portal.

Are Near Hamilton Square

You are located in central New Jersey and want easy access to the Hamilton Square office for face-to-face interactions with your brokerage.

Value the 90% Personal Rate

You anticipate handling personal transactions (not just referrals) and want the 90% split that Referral Group Inc offers on those deals.

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Who Should Choose General Referral?

General Referral is the stronger choice if you:

Want to Maximize Every Referral

The flat $295 fee beats a 20% commission cut on any referral earning more than approximately $1,475 — which covers the vast majority of real estate referrals. The higher your referral commissions, the more you save.

Prefer Online Tools

You want to submit referrals, sign agreements, and track commissions digitally without phone calls, faxes, or office visits.

Want Multiple NJ Office Options

With locations in both Midland Park and Holmdel, you have convenient access whether you are in northern or central New Jersey.

Value Transparent, Predictable Costs

A flat $295 fee per transaction means you always know exactly what you will pay — no mental math on percentage splits, no surprises as commission amounts change.

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Income Comparison

See how your annual net income compares across different referral volumes. All scenarios assume a $500,000 home, a 3% commission ($15,000), and a 25% referral fee ($3,750 per referral).
General ReferralReferral Group Inc
Gross referral income$3,750$3,750
Brokerage cost$295 (flat fee)$750 (20% split)
Net referral income$3,455$3,000
Annual fee$119$100
Annual net income$3,336$2,900
With just one referral per year, you keep $436 more with General Referral. That gap only widens as you do more referrals.

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How to Switch to General Referral

Transferring your license is straightforward and typically takes less than one week.
1

Sign up with General Referral

Complete the online application in about 5 minutes. Select your plan and submit payment.
2

Your current broker releases your license

Notify your current brokerage that you’re transferring. They release your license to the state — typically 1-2 business days.
3

General Referral activates your license

We sponsor your license with the state. Activation typically takes less than one week.

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Ready to Maximize Your Referral Income?

Join General Referral

Complete your application in about 5 minutes and start keeping more of every referral fee

Calculate Your Earnings

See exactly how much you’d earn with our 100% commission model
Have questions? Contact us or email support@generalreferral.com.