real estate agent

listing agent

transaction coordinator

real estate marketing specialist

recruiter

Watters International Realty

The work culture initially appears to be inclusive and is promoted to be a strong family who has your back. However, you quickly learn after joining that certain "leaders" are very cliquish, immature, and toxic. These are people who control your appointments, financial potential, and whether or not you stay. They directly report to senior leadership and can say whatever they like about you without question. The core values you see painted on their wall in the office are not valued at all, nor implemented in day to day activities.

We all want to make a lot of money in this industry. After all, we didn't go into this to be broke. Their model is enticing, because they take on the majority of expenses and do the upfront leg work for you. I greatly benefited from it, to be 100% truthful. However, it came at a cost. 

Their system is promoting Watters' brand, not the value and ability of the agent. In fact, they used to have agent summaries on their website for each agent...now, once you scroll to the very bottom of their website and find the "Meet the Team" link, it just shows who some of the agents & staff are, but no clickable info/summary about the abilities and strengths of each agent. When the decision was made to go corporate, the value previously applied to their agents and consumers declined significantly.

The commission structure is dated, and you gain no experience with prospecting and retaining clients for long term growth. Unless you plan on being there forever, which is never guaranteed, it limits your ability to be competitive once you transition to another brokerage, unless you find (or create) a similar model.

It's a great model for those starting out, needing a foundation/great initial training, etc. Not sustainable unless you buy into and maintain toxic company culture and personal agendas.

Watters training program for new agents (3-4 weeks), and continued weekly training are invaluable. You will receive phone skill training, learn how to navigate the MLS, pull comps, negotiation strategies, writing offers, market expertise on how to show homes, host open houses, build a pipeline and more! Splits are lower than traditional brokerages, but there are NO fees, and most importantly, you are provided leads, and appointments booked by inside sales agents. One thing to note is that all new agents must start on the buying team before moving onto the listing team. Watters markets primarily outside of Austin, so be prepared to drive and travel a lot. All in all, it is a relaxed atmosphere focused on building one another up, and learning from other successful agents and brokers. There are fun team outings to look forward to, and monthly happy hours put on by different departments. There is also a President's Club trip every year for top producing agents. It is a great place to start and get your feet wet in real estate. They are an experimental brokerage, so be open to change and trying new things, and you'll do great!

Pros
Great place to start your career and learn the ends and outs of Real Estate quickly. 
Great Management. Leadership is great in providing you the tools you need to be successful. 


Cons
The work life balance is not ideal. Its already hard enough in real estate but Watters makes it tougher with mandatory meetings and requirements to be in office. 
They have extremely high turnover. (Do not let this discourage you as it is not made for everyone and is due to a few factors)
One, not everyone is made to be a Realtor, it has a low threshold to entry and most who enter, washout because they have a unrealistic expectation of what the job entails. 
Two, In my opinion Watters struggles with building a high production, high level team because they hire too many agents in fear that leads will not be handled accordingly. 
Third, They struggle to terminate the non-producing agents which falls heavy on the top agents creating more work and less opportunity for income. 

Overall, It is a great environment and a place to go and start your career. You will learn more here, do more deals here, and in a year have more knowledge than some seasoned agents out there(FACT!).

Pros: They aren't at all picky about who they onboard. 

Cons: They aren't at all picky about who they onboard, and make false promises to seasoned agents. The splits are convoluted and purposely confusing. CMS systems are cheap and patchwork, total lack of motivation toward making it better. Management focuses on dialing for data/dollars and ignores training agents on market valuations/comping. The "I'll guarantee to sell your house or I'll buy it" is basically a marketing pitch and misleading to the clients/customers. Leadership has displayed an overall lack of contracts competency, making it a very tedious process to get deals closed...if they get closed at all. Listing agents get worse splits than buyer's agents. If an agent doesn't get a google good review on the monthly, they take money out of your commission check. This sets the stage for false google reviews. 

Overall, the experience was more like working at a call center disguised as a real estate brokerage. 

I love working for Watters because it offers an exceptional work-life balance that allows me to thrive both personally and professionally. The company truly values the well-being of its employees and ensures that workloads are manageable, deadlines are realistic, and time off is respected. This supportive approach enables me to maintain a fulfilling life outside of work, while still being productive and committed to my responsibilities.

Beyond the balance, I deeply appreciate the working environment and the company culture. It’s a place where collaboration, respect, and open communication are genuinely practiced. I feel safe sharing my ideas, knowing that my voice is heard and valued. The culture promotes growth, celebrates wins—both big and small—and encourages continuous learning. There's a sense of camaraderie among teams that makes every workday enjoyable and meaningful. Simply put, being part of [redacted] makes me feel inspired, motivated, and proud of the work I do every day.

3 week in house training in disarray. Days and hours of wasted time. Nothing on training schedule, however still expected to show up for training and then wait for someone in management, Human Resources, or other department to show up to conduct the training. Could be condensed into one week. Mainly call, call again, then call some more. Pertinent, vital documents for active listings just laying around in public space, mingled with irrelevant papers. Back office filled with junk everywhere. Have to clear off random desk to do work. Lukewarm vibes at first meeting, instincts were right. Even front desk doesn’t look happy to be there. Communication only good if money related. You’re expected to be in office during normal business hours M-F. No remote or hybrid schedule as a 1099 independent contractor. Grateful for the experience, yet not the brokerage for me to grow as a real estate agent. 

I've genuinely valued my time working here. The work environment is collaborative, welcoming, and rooted in a strong spirit of collaboration and mutual respect among colleagues. I’ve especially appreciated the supportive leadership, which not only encourages open communication but also actively creates opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Introducing a regular annual appraisal process could significantly enhance the employee experience by providing constructive feedback and clearer guidance on individual strengths and areas for development, thereby fostering ongoing professional growth.

Additionally, the organization’s approach to work-life balance has stood out to me. The flexibility and respect for personal time contribute meaningfully to overall well-being, allowing employees to bring their best selves to work each day.

Working at Watters International Realty has been an incredibly rewarding experience. From my very first day, I’ve felt genuinely supported by the team and empowered to grow both creatively and professionally. The positive work environment, coupled with clear communication and constructive feedback, has allowed me to develop my skills and confidence behind the camera. One of the things I appreciate most is the low-stress atmosphere, which helps me stay focused and inspired. It’s fulfilling to be part of a company that values both individual growth and team collaboration.

Watters provides great training for new agents. They have an awesome work culture. They provide you with a lot of leads. The only downfall of the company is that you can't be a buyer's agent and a listing agent. The listing agents seem to be very over-worked and burnt out. A lot of them take a long time to get back to you about matters (if ever). 

The owner and VP are amazingly nice people. The buyer agent manager is also great. They always do fun events for the agents like taco Tuesday, etc. They have great branding. It is 100% commission but they have a relatively good split considering how many leads they give you. There are no benefits as to be expected with a real estate company. Overall, it's a great place to work. 

Working at Watters International Realty has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The team is filled with talented, supportive, and genuinely kind people who make every day enjoyable and collaborative.  The compensation is competitive, and I truly feel that my work is recognized and valued. One of the biggest highlights for me has been the work-life balance—it's rare to find a company that encourages both professional growth and personal well-being, but this one does it exceptionally well.  If you're looking for a place where you're respected, fairly compensated, and part of a positive culture, I highly recommend Watters International Realty.

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