Smart Commission Options For Sellers

OPTION 1

1% Listing Commission

Spicer Real Estate’s most popular option. Includes professional posting in the Multiple Listing Service and the options outlined below. Although negotiable, we suggest a 2.5% commission incentive to the agent presenting the accepted offer. Therefore, the total commission would equal 3.5% (1% to Spicer plus 2.5% to the buyer’s agent).

OPTION 2

2% Listing Commission

We think this option reflects where the future of residential real estate sales is headed. There’s no commission advertised via the MLS to buyers’ agents. They can still show the property and buyers may choose to pay their agents directly. Alternatively, the buyer may come straight to our firm for assistance without paying a buyer’s agent commission.

OPTION 3

3% Listing Commission

Most often used by homeowners and institutions looking for a traditional approach to selling their property. These might include banks, trusts or homeowners who are not comfortable using technology to communicate and sign documents. Our Traditional Commission option includes all the services outlined below and a 6% total commission rate.

Compare commission rate options

Return to home value estimate

1% Listing Commission

2% Listing Commission

[return value]

3% Listing Commission

ex: $8,000

Service Comparison Chart

Opt 1 Opt 2 Opt 3
Market analysis and home staging advice X X X
Listing posted on major portals, broker sites, and MLS X X X
Professional photography & virtual tours X X X
Sign, secure lock box, and printed brochures X X X
Open house as needed X X X
Scheduled showings at times convenient for you X X X
Provide post-showing feedback X X X
Provide updates on listing inventory and market conditions X X X
Prepare and review paperwork with clients X X X
Negotiate offers on your behalf X X X
Coordinate and guide you through all aspects of the transaction X X X
Broker/Admin fee – $395 X X X
Professionally stage your home (furniture, lighting etc.) X
Assist in coordinating contractors and oversee projects when needed X

KNOW YOUR OPTIONS

The one size fits all traditional commission model doesn’t work for all sellers. At Spicer, we tailor our commission options to fit your needs. Choose the program that works best for you. Sellers in today’s market want transparency when it comes to understanding the home selling process and commissions. They know their needs may not be the same as their neighbors. Ask yourself this question: What’s the value of having a listing broker to you? Smart sellers consider their options carefully before signing a listing agreement to sell their home.

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