Is it necessary to have a broker for filing when joining an intermediary on an empty shell platform?

Yes, shell platform franchise agents must have brokerage records. As far as I know, Shell Platform is a real estate transaction platform, and its joining agents must abide by relevant laws and policies. According to the relevant national laws and regulations and the Measures for the Administration of Intermediaries, real estate intermediaries must have legal business qualifications and brokerage records before they can engage in real estate intermediary business. Before joining intermediary agencies to conduct business on Shell Platform, they need to register with relevant departments to ensure legal and compliant operation. Therefore, the shell platform joining intermediary needs to have a brokerage record.