If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is not. For example, the statement that saving potentially thousands of dollars in fees, while receiving the full and undivided attention from a traditional, full-service real estate agent, is typical. At Flat Fee Realty, we do not agree at all. By only offering the most important, essential real estate services (those that will actually help sell a home for the highest price in the least amount of time), the professionals at Flat Fee Realty we help home sellers accomplish this goal every single day. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of spin floating around regarding flat fee listings, adding an unnecessary level of confusion to an already mystifying home-selling process.
The real estate agents at Flat Fee Realty want North Carolina buyers and sellers to know the truth behind these three common misconceptions:
- The MLS is the most important listing tool: This might have been true a decade ago, but the MLS is no longer the be-all, end-all of real estate listings. Today, popular sites like Zillow, Trulia, Facebook, Pinterest, and other property-showcasing sites are where home buyers often turn to view potential homes in the privacy of their living rooms without the help of an agent. That’s not to say the MLS isn’t important. It’s the first place most agents look to reviews homes for clients. That’s why sellers choosing Flat Fee Realty receive a custom MLS listing.
- Buyer’s agents avoid flat fee listings: A major myth about flat fee listings is that they don’t offer a commission to the buyer’s agent; most do. That being said, real estate agents have a fiduciary duty to clients and shouldn’t let the presence or amount of commission affect what homes they show clients. In many cases, how commission will be paid is spelled out in the buyer’s representation agreement or the offer to purchase, effectively minimizing the likelihood of any conflicts.
- A Flat Fee Listing is the same as a “For Sale By Owner” FSBO: Okay, these two have one thing in common. They are both ways of selling a home without being formally represented by a listing agent. However, the similarities stop there. FSBO sellers are entirely on their own, from pricing strategy to marketing, negotiations and closing. In contrast, flat fee sellers receive a long list of services aimed at making selling their home independently efficient, enjoyable, and cost effective.
From our basic Limited Service marketing package to traditional, full-service options, Flat Fee Realty has every seller’s needs covered. Ready to sell? Contact us today!
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