You will save $1,000’s in un-necessary real estate commission when you take advantage of our flat fee listing service. Once you’ve listed your home with Realty Direct, you are free to find a buyer yourself and owe no commission. If a real estate broker finds you a buyer, you will only pay 3.5% of the accepted sales price in real estate commission. That’s about half the cost of a traditional full commission broker. 

Upon payment of a one-time set-up fee of $495, your home will be listed on the local Realtor Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and at Realtor.com; the largest real estate related site on the Internet, as well as many other sites. We will also provide an attractive yard sign. Your home will remain listed until sold and may be withdrawn by you at anytime without any further obligation. 

Once we have accepted a listing agreement, your home will be listed on the MLS and on-line within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is Realty Direct for me?

If a Realtor were able to bring you an acceptable offer for your home, would you be willing to pay a 3.5% real estate commission? If your answer is yes, then our service is definitely ideal for you. For no more than the cost of a months advertising campaign in the local newspaper, Realty Direct can expose your home to 1,000’s of local Realtors via the MLS. If a Realtor finds you a buyer, you pay a real estate commission of only 3.5% of the accepted sales price. That’s about half the cost of a traditional full commission Realtor.

What is the Multiple Listing Service (MLS)?

The MLS is a computerized database of homes for sale and is the most important marketing tool a Realtor has to offer a potential home seller. Realtors use this database to advertise their own listings to other Realtors and to show homes to prospective buyers. The vast majority of real estate transactions stem directly from exposure on the MLS. Remember, only real estate licensees who are members of the MLS can access this vital resource.

I’ve been advertising my home in the local newspaper. What if I sell it myself?

No problem. If you are able to find a buyer yourself you can avoid paying a commission altogether. Remember, if there is no selling Realtor involved, then there is no commission to pay.

Why does your listing agreement mention 6 months? I thought that I could cancel at anytime.

You can. The initial term of your listing agreement will be 6 months. If you sell or cancel at anytime within 6 months, then we will withdraw your listing without any further obligation.

I’m concerned that if I list with Realty Direct that my home won’t be shown by other Realtors.

Not true. When a Realtor considers a property to show to a prospective buyer they are primarily concerned about being compensated and earning a selling commission. Remember, that only the amount of commission that we are willing to pay a selling office is disclosed to other Realtors on the MLS.

Do you provide a yard sign?

Yes, and at no additional charge. We provide an attractive sign that will let Realtors and buyers alike know that you are listed for sale and serious about selling.

I understand that I’m free to advertise and find a buyer myself and thereby avoid having to pay a commission. Can I  place a ‘For Sale By Owner’ sign in my yard?

No. As you can imagine, if a Realtor brings a prospective buyer to your home and finds a ‘For Sale By Owner’ sign in the yard, there will be some confusion as to whether or not you are properly listed. Also, there may be a temptation for that buyer to contact you directly and the potential for a commission dispute. Remember that you don’t have to have a sign, but if you do it must be a Realty Direct sign.

What if Realty Direct sells my home?

If we are able to find you a buyer and sell your home, then we will have earned and be due the 3.5% commission.

How do Realtors show my home?

If a Realtor wishes to show your home, they may call you directly to set-up a mutually convenient appointment, or you may utilize our Lock Box program.

I’m at work during the day and often out of town at weekends. How can Realtors show my home at these times?

We can provide you with a Lock Box that licensed Realtors are able to access. Remember, the easier your home is to show, the better the chances are for an early sale.

What happens when I get an offer via a Realtor?

If a Realtor has an offer to present, it will be presented through our office. The offer will normally be in writing and can be faxed, delivered or mailed to your home or office for your review.

Do you take a picture?

Yes. Within approximately 2 days of listing your home a photographer will visit to take a digital picture that will appear on both the MLS and Internet. This will be taken from the outside and it is not necessary for you to be at home.

How soon before Realtors can find my home information on the MLS?

Your listing information will normally be downloaded on to the MLS database within 24 hours of acceptance by us.

Can you help with mortgages?

Yes. Realty Direct is able to offer you and your buyers free pre-qualification and access to the lowest wholesale mortgage rates available without points or up-front application fees.

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