TMBroker of Record
Serve as the responsible California broker for an approved real estate corporation, subject to due diligence and a written supervision agreement.
California statewide service
Your brokerage.
Properly supervised.
Experienced Broker of Record, real estate brokerage, mortgage, and NMLS support for California companies that value responsible growth, responsive oversight, and clear compliance systems.
20 years in real estate
CA focused
DRE supervision
Independent brand. California expertise. A compliance framework designed to grow with your company.
Services
Broker oversight from formation through operation.
Each engagement is scoped around the company’s model, agent count, transaction profile, and supervisory needs.
DRE Licensing Support
Guide the brokerage through the California DRE corporate licensing process, required broker forms, and operational readiness.
Compliance Systems
Establish practical policies for document review, advertising, fair housing, agent onboarding, recordkeeping, trust fund controls, and escalation procedures.
Transaction Oversight
Review brokerage files and higher-risk matters, with expectations for current forms, complete documentation, secure transaction systems, timely response, and corrective action.
Agent Supervision
Support license verification, onboarding standards, continuing education, MLS and professional standards awareness, and accountability across the sales organization.
Growth Planning
Adapt supervision, technology, and compensation as transaction volume and agent count increase.
Mortgage & NMLS Services
Mortgage origination and lending support through a California-licensed mortgage company, NMLS #2191167, subject to licensing, program, and borrower eligibility.
A selective partnership
Who this service is built for
New and startup brokeragesIdeal for experienced agents and entrepreneurs launching an independent California brokerage with structured oversight from the beginning.
Referral companiesBuilding a compliant referral-focused model under a licensed corporation.
Investors and operatorsAdding brokerage capability to an established California real estate business.
Existing brokeragesSeeking a qualified replacement due to transition, retirement, capacity, or strategic change.
Out-of-state operatorsEstablishing or expanding a properly structured and licensed real estate operation in California.
Attorneys and industry professionalsNeeding transaction-specific broker participation and oversight for an approved California matter.
Important: Broker services are not passive license rental. Companies must cooperate with supervision, maintain required systems, and follow California law and DRE requirements.
Flexible arrangements
Pricing shaped around the actual operation.
Current production, anticipated closings, agent experience, loan volume, and supervisory scope are reviewed before terms are proposed.
Option 01
Flat monthly fee
A comprehensive fixed monthly arrangement with no percentage or per-closing fees. Best suited for companies seeking predictable costs and ongoing Broker of Record, designated officer, or compliance support.
Option 02
Lower base plus production
A reduced monthly fee combined with an agreed percentage or per-closing amount based on transaction activity.
Option 03
Transaction-based
A separately scoped arrangement for qualifying transactional needs that do not require an ongoing monthly engagement.
Early-stage or lower-volume company?Flexible pricing may be available when current production is limited. Terms remain tied to the responsibility, risk, and supervision required.
The process
A clear path to an operating brokerage.
- 01
Confidential consultation
Review your ownership, business model, experience, projected volume, agent plan, and timeline.
- 02
Fit and due diligence
Confirm that the proposed company, principals, and operating plan support a responsible broker relationship.
- 03
Scope and agreement
Choose an appropriate monthly, production-based, or transaction-specific structure, then define responsibilities, systems, review, communication, and exit terms in writing.
- 04
Licensing and setup
Coordinate California DRE filings and prepare the brokerage’s policies, technology, and transaction workflow.
- 05
Launch and supervise
When the parties are a fit, initial onboarding can often begin within one business day. Operations begin only after required agreements, approvals, and systems are in place.
Meet the broker
Wolf V. Parlar
California Real Estate and Mortgage Broker
Wolf V. Parlar is an active, producing California broker with 20 years of residential real estate experience, more than 10 years of commercial real estate experience, and extensive brokerage management, compliance, transaction, and mortgage-lending knowledge.
Brokerage leadership experience includes oversight of more than $2 billion in cumulative real estate sales volume.
Wolf currently serves as Broker of Record and designated officer for multiple California real estate corporations, ranging from emerging companies to large multi-agent organizations. Each new engagement is evaluated individually to ensure adequate supervision and availability.
The approach is direct and practical: set expectations early, document decisions, respond quickly when risk appears, and give professionals room to operate within a sound supervisory structure.
Originally from İskenderun, Turkey, Wolf moved to the United States in 2001 to pursue his education, earning a bachelor’s degree in business. He entered real estate investing in 2004 through hands-on property renovation and resale projects, which led him to obtain his California real estate license in 2007.
Services are currently limited to California. Licensing opportunities in additional states may be considered as the practice expands.
California DRE #01797917
NMLS #2191167
Verify a California real estate license
Frequently asked questions
Understand the relationship before it begins.
Every engagement is different, but these answers explain the basic structure and expectations.
What is the difference between Broker of Record service and compliance consulting?
Broker of Record or designated officer service is a formal licensed role with responsibility for supervising the company’s licensed real estate activities. Compliance consulting supports an existing broker through policy, procedure, training, or risk-review work without replacing that company’s responsible broker.
What is a California designated officer?
A designated officer is the California-licensed real estate broker through whom a real estate corporation conducts licensed activity. The role includes supervision and control of the licensed activities performed on behalf of the corporation.
Is “Broker of Record” the official California title?
“Broker of Record” is a commonly used industry term. For a California real estate corporation, the Department of Real Estate formally identifies the responsible licensee as the designated broker-officer. The broker must hold an official corporate officer position and is responsible for supervising the corporation’s licensed real estate activities.
Can an out-of-state company engage a California designated broker?
An out-of-state operator may be able to establish a California entity and pursue the registrations, corporate real estate license, officer designation, and operating systems required for California activity. The proposed structure must be reviewed before an engagement is accepted.
What is reviewed during onboarding?
Onboarding generally evaluates ownership, business model, licensing status, personnel, projected volume, forms, advertising, transaction systems, financial controls, recordkeeping, and escalation procedures. The final scope depends on the services the company will perform.
Will Designated Broker Services compete for my clients?
No. Your company continues to lead its own brand and client relationships. Designated Broker Services does not solicit your clients for unrelated business; the engagement remains focused on the agreed supervisory, compliance, and operational responsibilities.
Scope notice: Services may include broker supervision, compliance oversight, and operational consulting. They do not include legal, tax, or accounting advice. Matters requiring those services should be referred to an appropriately qualified professional.
Official resources
California licensing and industry resources.
Useful regulatory and professional resources for companies evaluating a California real estate brokerage or mortgage operation.
License verificationSearch California DRE license records↗
Corporation licensingCalifornia Corporation License Application, RE 201↗
PlanningCurrent DRE processing times↗
ComplianceReal estate business resources↗
Mortgage licensingSAFE Act and MLO information↗
C.A.R. member resourceTransaction tools and forms↗
C.A.R. industry resourceBroker and manager knowledge center↗
Designated Broker Services is an independently operated service. Broker licensing information may be verified through the California Department of Real Estate’s public license lookup. References and links to the California Department of Real Estate and the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are provided for informational convenience and do not imply affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement.
Private consultation
Tell me what you’re building.
Share your contact information and a brief overview of your business, transaction, or licensing need. Initial conversations are confidential and focused on determining fit.