12 Common Questions (and Objections) About the ACN Co-Broking System — Answered
If you’ve read our earlier article, What Is ACN (Agent Cooperation Network) — The Future of Co-Broking in Malaysia , you already know the basics:
ACN is a structured co-broking framework built inside ListingMine ERP, allowing multiple agents to work together on one deal with clarity, fairness, and proof.
But let’s be honest — when something new appears in an industry that’s run on habit and trust, questions are natural.
That’s why we’ve collected the 12 most common objections agents and team leaders raise about ACN — and answered them one by one.
1. “This system is too complicated. I’m faster with WhatsApp and phone calls.”
Answer:
WhatsApp feels fast — but only for one-to-one conversations. Once more people join the deal, messages get buried, details get lost, and misunderstandings multiply.
Think of how many hours you’ve spent scrolling back for “proof” or chasing down updates. ACN keeps everything — roles, messages, documents, and commission splits — in one place, so there’s no need to cross-check ten chats later.
It’s one minute of setup to save hours of confusion.
The goal isn’t just speed — it’s clarity at speed.
2. “I don’t want to share my commission. Why should I give a cut to a Doc Verifier or Loan Officer?”
Answer:
You don’t have to. ACN doesn’t force you to add roles — you only assign them if someone’s work adds real value to the deal.
Sometimes a financing expert or document verifier is the difference between a failed deal and a successful one. Would you rather have 100% of a deal that falls through, or 70% of one that closes?
It’s not about giving away income. It’s about guaranteeing income through collaboration that works.
3. “My network is built on personal trust. A system like this feels impersonal.”
Answer:
ACN isn’t replacing trust — it’s protecting it. Most disputes happen because people trust each other verbally, but forget details later.
By setting clear expectations in the system from the start, you remove the misunderstandings that break friendships. Everyone knows their role, reward, and proof — so your relationships stay strong, not strained.
4. “What if I bring the buyer and do all the work, but the lister sets unfair splits?”
Answer:
That’s the beauty of ACN — everything is transparent upfront. The lister defines the commission logic before you agree to co-broke. You can see the terms and decide if they’re fair before investing your time.
No more “I’ll tell you later” promises. You know exactly what you’re getting into before you begin.
5. “I’ll have to pay a subscription fee. My current methods are free.”
Answer:
Your current methods aren’t free — they just cost you in different ways. Every lost deal, unpaid commission, or miscommunication has a price tag.
ACN is an investment in protection. For a small monthly fee, you gain structure, proof, and peace of mind. You’re not paying for software — you’re paying to never lose a deal to confusion again.
6. “If I list my deal here, others will see my client and steal it.”
Answer:
That fear comes from informal sharing, not structured systems. In ACN, you control visibility. Only invited collaborators can view details, and every action is timestamped.
If anyone tries to bypass you, the system records it. You get proof of contribution and evidence of entitlement, not exposure risk.
7. “It’ll slow me down — I close deals faster on my own.”
Answer:
Solo agents move fast, but only when they control both ends of the deal — the listing and the buyer.
The reality is, most deals require cooperation. ACN doesn’t slow you down; it scales you up. It lets you plug into other networks safely and close deals you couldn’t handle alone.
Fast alone, faster together — with structure.
8. “My team isn’t tech-savvy enough for this.”
Answer:
That’s exactly why ListingMine ERP was designed to feel familiar — Excel meets WhatsApp. No coding, no clutter — just guided steps:
- Select roles
- Confirm commission splits
- Track deal progress
If your team can forward a photo or type a message, they can use ACN. It’s not tech for tech’s sake — it’s simplicity built for agents.
9. “We already use Google Sheets to track commissions.”
Answer:
Spreadsheets track numbers. ACN manages people, roles, and proof.
In ACN, you don’t just record splits — you record entitlements, timestamps, and contributions. You can see who did what, when, and how.
Sheets are great for static data. ACN is built for dynamic cooperation — where rules evolve, roles shift, and fairness must be proven.
10. “Different projects use different models. It’ll be messy.”
Answer:
That’s exactly why every Group or Agency on ListingMine has its own ACN. You can design multiple templates for each project or team — 433, 334, 5025, or anything you invent.
It’s not limited to a fixed format. You can build rules no one has ever used before, all without coding.
ACN simply turns your informal logic into enforceable structure. Each deal follows the right rule, automatically — no confusion, no arguments.
11. “What if co-brokers misuse data or mess up the deal?”
Answer:
Every action in ACN is permission-based and tracked. You decide who can view, edit, or close a case. Unlike WhatsApp, nothing can be deleted or hidden.
It’s like having an audit trail for your deal — complete visibility, zero tampering. Instead of worrying, you can focus on closing.
12. “We’ve done this for years. Why change now?”
Answer:
Old habits worked when deals were simple. But today’s property market is cross-agency, cross-state, and cross-role.
Verbal promises and screenshots can’t protect your income or reputation anymore. Structured co-broking isn’t just innovation — it’s survival.
Those who adapt first will build networks that last. Those who don’t will keep losing deals to disorganization.
Final Thought: Structure Is the Shortcut
The ACN system isn’t about slowing you down — it’s about removing friction. No more waiting, no more guessing, no more disputes. Every role is defined, every share is transparent, every action is proven.
If you believe in teamwork, you need a tool that protects and rewards it. That’s exactly what ListingMine ERP is built for — Malaysia’s first real estate ERP with ACN capability.
Stop gambling on trust alone.
Start building cooperation you can count on.
Explore ListingMine ERP and design your agency’s ACN today.
