At luxury prices, every point is thousands.
A Sotheby’s International Realty alternative for Florida agents
Sotheby’s International Realty offices negotiate splits individually, typically 60/40 to 80/20 per 2026 reporting, and agents often fund their own brand-standard marketing. On a $2 million Florida sale, 95/5 at Firelight360 can mean $7,500 to $17,500 more in your pocket.
One sale at a sample 2.5% side
What you keep on a single luxury closing
| Sale price | At 60/40 | At 70/30 | At 80/20 | Firelight360, 95/5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000,000 | $15,000 | $17,500 | $20,000 | $23,750 |
| $2,000,000 | $30,000 | $35,000 | $40,000 | $47,500 |
| $5,000,000 | $75,000 | $87,500 | $100,000 | $118,750 |
Splits shown are the typical range reported for Sotheby’s International Realty offices in 2026; yours may differ. Before any desk, marketing or technology costs. Commissions are negotiable.
Beyond the split
The brand-standard bill
2026 reporting found Sotheby’s International Realty agents often pay out of pocket to meet brand standards: professional photography, print pieces, custom property sites. Desk and technology fees vary by office and are present in most. At Firelight360, your costs are 5% of each commission and $49 a year, so more of that marketing budget comes from money you kept.
What luxury agents tell us
Why some Florida luxury agents move on
- Their clients hire them, not the logo. Established luxury agents often bring their own book and reputation.
- The gap gets huge at high prices. A 15-point split difference on a $5M sale is $18,750.
- New parent company. Sotheby’s International Realty is now part of Compass after the Anywhere acquisition closed January 9, 2026.
Fair is fair
When Sotheby’s may be the better fit
- The brand wins you listings you wouldn’t win otherwise.
- You rely on its global referral network for international buyers.
- Your office provides marketing support that’s worth more than the split difference.
Luxury agents ask
What split do Sotheby’s International Realty agents get?
It’s negotiated by office and agent. Reporting in 2026 describes a typical range of 60/40 to 80/20 depending on production and office.
Can I sell $1M+ homes at Firelight360?
Yes. Our brokerage represents buyers and sellers at every price point, and our broker holds the CIPS international and PSA pricing designations.
Is the 95/5 split the same on a $5M sale?
Yes. Founding agents keep 95% of every commission, whatever the price, with no transaction fee.
Will you keep my move confidential?
Yes. Calls with our broker stay between you and us until you decide.
Which luxury markets do you cover?
Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach County and Boca Raton, Orlando and Winter Park, Tampa and St. Pete.
Your clients. Your reputation. 95% of the commission.
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