Realty ONE Group vs RE/MAX: Desk Fees, Splits and Caps Compared
RE/MAX is famous for the 95/5 split. Here is what that really costs once desk fees are added, and how Realty ONE Group Elevate compares.
Weighing Realty ONE Group vs RE/MAX? Each RE/MAX office is independently owned and sets its own plan, but many follow the RE/MAX model of a 95/5 split paid for with fixed monthly desk fees, or a tiered split with a cap. Here is how that compares with Realty ONE Group Elevate. Talk to Tanya about Realty ONE Group vs RE/MAX.
Realty ONE Group vs RE/MAX: Quick Answer
RE/MAX offices commonly offer a 95/5 split with a fixed monthly desk fee that is owed whether or not you close, or a tiered split that moves to 95/5 after a cap, plus annual dues and other office fees. Realty ONE Group Elevate has no split and no desk fee: a $399 broker fee (charged to the buyer or seller) and a $0–$2,200 transaction fee per closing count toward an $11,111 annual cap, then you keep 100%.
Fees Side by Side
| Common RE/MAX office plans | Realty ONE Group Elevate | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission split | 95/5 with a desk fee, or tiered splits (such as 60/40 to 80/20) until a cap, then 95/5 | No split |
| Desk fee | Fixed monthly fee on the 95/5 plan, owed whether or not you close; varies by office | None |
| After cap | Typically 95/5 | 100% |
| Other fees | Annual dues, transaction and E&O fees vary by office | $399 broker fee (paid by the buyer or seller) plus $0–$2,200 by price, both count toward the cap |
| Annual maximum | Desk fees continue all year; 5% continues after cap | $11,111 |
The Desk Fee Question
A desk fee is predictable, but it is owed in slow months too. Elevate’s fees are tied to closings, so you only pay when you get paid, and you stop paying entirely once you reach $11,111 for the year.
Competitor figures are general, publicly reported structures as of November 2026 and vary by office. Each Keller Williams market center and RE/MAX office is independently owned and sets its own split, cap and fees. Always ask any brokerage, including ours, for its current written fee schedule. Keller Williams, eXp Realty and RE/MAX are trademarks of their respective owners; this page is not affiliated with or endorsed by them.
Realty ONE Group Elevate Fees at a Glance
| Commission split | None |
|---|---|
| Broker fee | $399 per closing, charged to the buyer or seller |
| Transaction fee | $0 to $2,200 per closing, based on sale price |
| Annual cap | $11,111; both fees count toward it, then you keep 100% for the rest of the year |
| Desk and royalty fees | None |
| Technology | Bring your own tech for $0, or the optional ONE Toolchest suite for $99/month |
| Revenue share | $75 per closing by each agent you refer, until that agent caps |
See the full transaction fee table and the Top Producer Cap Transfer Program for agents switching mid-year.
Why Realtors Choose Realty ONE Group Elevate
Realty ONE Group Elevate is a Realty ONE Group brokerage serving Northeast Florida from Fernandina Beach to Daytona Beach, with offices in Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Broker/Owner Tanya Cosmini has 20 years of real estate experience and nearly $200 million in career sales, and she works on a referral-only basis, so she does not compete with her own agents for listings and buyers. On Homes.com she shows 83 closed sales totaling $41.8 million over the prior five years and a 5.0-star rating from 22 reviews.
Behind the local office is Realty ONE Group International, named the No. 1 real estate franchise in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 for the fifth year in a row in January 2026, with more than 20,000 real estate professionals in over 450 offices across about 30 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the RE/MAX 95/5 split better than a cap?
A 95/5 split still sends 5% of every commission to the office all year, on top of desk fees. A capped plan like Elevate’s stops at $11,111.
Does Realty ONE Group charge desk fees?
Realty ONE Group Elevate does not charge desk fees. Technology is $0 if you bring your own, or $99 a month for the optional ONE Toolchest.
Can I keep my listings if I leave RE/MAX?
In Florida, listings belong to the broker. Some brokers release them with the seller’s consent. See our guide to switching brokerages.
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Realty ONE Group Elevate is a licensed real estate brokerage in Florida. Fees and programs described here are current as of November 2026 and may change; ask for the current independent contractor agreement before joining. This page is for informational and recruiting purposes only and is not legal, tax or investment advice. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Our Family of Companies
- Homes for sale in St. Augustine and Nocatee with Tanya Cosmini, Broker/Owner
- Title Company of Florida, title insurance, escrow, and closings statewide, including investor double closings
- Rental Property Partners, property management in Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and Ponte Vedra
Affiliated business disclosure: Realty ONE Group Elevate is owned by Tanya Cosmini. Title Company of Florida is owned by her husband, Sam Gorniak, and Rental Property Partners is owned within the same family. Because of these family relationships, the owners may benefit when you use more than one of these companies. You are not required to use any of them and are free to choose other providers.