Commissions have been a long accepted practice for real estate agents and firms in selling a home. Something that is important to know is that the agents usually do not get the entire commission. These are usually split between the Listing Firm and the Selling Agents Firm. What’s the difference?
- LISTING FIRM – This is the Agent/Firm that actually put the listing on the market and represents the Seller.
- SELLING AGENT/FIRM – This is the Agent/Firm that brings the Buyer.
The Seller often pays the total commission. That commission is then split between the 2 Firms. The brokers/agents then get a portion of their firm’s commission. In this scenario, you are paying the firm first, then the broker/agent.
Did you know, Sellers DO NOT have to pay the Buyers Agent Commission?
How Much Should I Pay in Commission to List My Home?
Do I Have To Pay a Commission to List/Sell My Home?
Some firms offer flat fee’s. This is a one price, transparent method to list your home. However, some firms that offer low prices also offer minimal services. Some are just an MLS listing only. All you get on this is your home advertised on the MLS. That’s it. No real representation nor assistance through the process. BEWARE of scams and unlicensed (out of state) NC wholesalers. It is illegal to receive money for the sale of real estate in NC unless you are a licensed real estate agent with the NC Real Estate Commission, or unless it is your own, personal property.
Pinnacle Homes Real Estate, LLC is licensed in NC and offers a flat fee. However, we offer a list of services that are provided in the listing of your home, more than just an MLS listing. Some of these services include. but are not limited to:
- Initial Consultation
- Comparative Market Analysis – Multiple sources to see the Fair Market Value of your home.
- Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor
- Certified Luxury Home Specialist
- 3D Virtual Tour
- Professional Photography (not iPhone photo’s)
- Drone Photo’s and video
- YouTube video advertising of your property
- AI Staging, if needed
- Floor Plans of your home
- MLS Listing in Highlands Cashiers Board of REALTOR’s®
- MLS Listing in Carolina Smokies Association of REALTOR’s®
- Placing signs (where allowed) Large Parcels get large signs (4 feet X 8 feet)
- Social Media posts of your property
- Document Research and requests
- Document Prep
- Showing preparation (turning on lights, adjusting temperature, blowing off leaves/debris, etc)
- Showing representation (being onsite to answer questions, show property lines, and more)
- Reviewing of Offers to Purchase
- Negotiation assistance
- Electronic Signature Requests (making the process simple)
- Working with your attorney – (sending documents and communication)
- Reviewing settlement (closing) statements
- Did we miss something? Let us know. We may be able to add that as well.
What you do not pay for in listing your home with Pinnacle Homes Real Estate, LLC:
- Multiple firm offices (some in the millions of dollars)
- Firm commission fee’s
- Agents desk fee’s
- Firm Magazine advertising
- Real Estate Magazine advertising that is outdated by the time it goes to print
- Billboards that advertise the firm or agents and not your property
- Advertising that offers little to no ROI
- Marketing teams that are primarily focused on the firm
- Firm sponsored events
By eliminating the preceding bullet points, Pinnacle Homes Real Estate, LLC can list your home for much less than you may have thought possible while giving you the same professional service. Working with Rick Creel, the Owner/Broker, allows you direct contact with “The Firm” and the individual that is solely responsible for listing and selling your home where the focus is on you, the client.
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