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When you become a part of the Sterling Johnston family, your real estate business gets an immediate boost with a platform of services, professional counsel and inspiration to keep you motivated, keep you in front of your clients, and keep you closing deals.

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Why Workwith us

  • $2 Billion +

    REAL ESTATE
    SOLD

  • 100 +

    TOP WASHINGTON
    BROKERS

  • 97%

    BROKER SATISFACTION
    WITH STERLING JOHNSTON

  • AWARD WINNING

    Among fastest growing private companies
    Inc5000 & Puget Sound Business Journal

Freedom

Independent. Empowered. Local.

Seattle at night

Why go with an independent firm over a franchise?

Franchise brokers are limited on how they operate, brand, and market themselves. As an independent firm, Sterling Johnston works with brokers to find their own voice and be their own brand – this is what we believe to be a key component of long-term success in real estate.

Your choice: use Sterling Johnston branding or create your own.

Ready to release your inner entrepreneur? Sterling Johnston uniquely allows brokers to operate under their own designated business name with no restrictions! Build your own brand, cultivate a team, create a legacy. Leave the liability, systems and overhead to us. Read More

Real Estate is local. Shouldn’t your real estate business be too?

Sterling Johnston is locally-owned, locally-grown and locally-operated.

Powerful Platform

Care. Attention. Results.

8 full-time, highly skilled Broker Services team members share a common goal — your success. Whether it be business growth consulting, marketing services, deal and negotiation strategy, transaction support, licensing or professional development, exemplary levels of service are the cornerstone of Sterling Johnston.

Meet Our Leadership and Broker Services Team Members

Optimized

Marketing. Technology. Growth.

Our experienced marketing team provides brokers with innovative tools and marketing solutions to wow your clients, broaden your network and grow your business. Our marketing catalog of services brings leading edge services like video, social media, digital content, custom Websites, global advertising and branded collateral right to your fingertips.
simply sterling marketing catalog

Sterling Spaces

Gather. Collaborate. Learn.

Redmond, Washington
Sterling Johnston Building

Sterling Johnston-owned 5,000 sqft building

Broker workspaces
Broker workspaces

Tacoma, Washington
Broker Workspaces
Lounges, fresh coffee, conference rooms, video recording studio, private broker offices
Work from home. Work from high energy offices. Either way or both, we’ve got you covered.

WASHINGTON’S BEST BROKERSARE WITH STERLING JOHNSTON

Lori Bauermeister
Sterling Johnston broker since January 2016
Sales in 2020: $42 Million

Chic Peri
Sterling Johnston broker since March 2014

FAQ’s

Careers

Are there desk fees?

There are no desk fees. Sterling Spaces are available to brokers 24/7 (desks, meeting rooms, lounges, computers, stocked hot beverages, video recording studio, printers, shredders and more). Additionally, several private offices are available for rent.

How do the costs compare to other brokerages?

At Sterling Johnston, you’ll always keep 80%-100% of your commissions and choose the pricing plan that works best for you. We offer the highest levels of personalized service in the industry for up to 30% less.

How will my deals get processed? How quickly will my commission checks get paid?

Our transaction management system is streamlined, simple and 100% online through Transaction Desk. Commissions are deposited directly into your bank account within a business day.

Is Sterling Johnston connected with real estate partnerships beyond Washington state?

Yes! Sterling Johnston partners with over 130 select independent real estate brokerages through Leverage Global Partners. This provides our brokers with networking opportunities with leading agents, teams and other brokerages worldwide. Leverage Global provides our brokers with international and national leads, public relations opportunities, digital and social media outreach, and targeted advertising for luxury listings.

Service is important to me. When I need help, who do I call?

Exemplary levels of service are the cornerstone of Sterling Johnston. 8 highly skilled Broker Services team members are available on a moments’ notice via phone, email, text or Teams. working to anticipate and exceed the expectations of our brokers on business growth consulting, marketing support, deal and negotiation strategy, transaction support, licensing, professional development and more.

Who can I contact about becoming a broker with Sterling Johnston?

Contact Brooke Nortness, our Brokers Services Manager at 425-285-1324 or fill out this broker application form.

Principals

Sterling Johnston Real Estate / SJA Property Management / Sterling Johnston Investments and Acquisitions

Derek and Devin

Derek Bunyard

Principal

Devin Easterlin

Principal, Attorney

Why did we start Sterling Johnston?

In a word: passion. Whether it be investing, selling, managing properties, or even doing projects around the home — we love real estate.

After years of working as real estate brokers with national franchise firms, we envisioned a better model. A brokerage that put brokers’ businesses at the forefront instead of the company. Modern, interesting office spaces where brokers could produce, meet clients, collaborate, and get inspired. A culture that would celebrate and respect our vibrant local communities. And a place where brokers felt empowered to succeed and build security for their families.

In 2009, we saw an opportunity to create an independent brokerage for experienced agents looking to reach that next level of prosperity and happiness. At Sterling Johnston, our brokers are the main event. We wouldn’t have it any other way.