'A Big Problem': For Women Brokers, Becoming A Mom Often Means Lost Pay, Clients

Maternity benefits in many commercial real estate companies have improved, but women in the brokerage business often face the stark reality of missing out on income or even losing clients when they have children. While many commercial real estate firms and brokerages offer maternity and paternity leave for staff that measure up with the traditional benefits packages found in corporate America, brokers find themselves in a challenging position due to their status as independent contractors.  “Because most brokers are 1099, when they’re not working, they’re not earning,” said Allison Weiss, CEO of CRE Recruiting. “Their clients are at risk of being poached...