advocacy: FAQ VII: Can I Get a Better Deal if I Go Direct to the Listing Broker? - 06/08/12 11:11 PM
FAQ VII: Can I Get a Better Deal if I Go Direct to the Listing Broker?

 Short answer:  Maybe
 Long answer:  Maybe Not.  Here’s why:  A Seller hires a broker to market her home.  They pre-agree on what that marketing/brokerage fee will be.  Together, the seller and the broker determine a list price for the home based on current market values.  Let’s say that the house will go on the market at $200,000.  For the sake of doing easy math, let’s say the Seller negotiated a marketing/brokerage fee with the listing broker of 6%*.  In our market, it is customary … (5 comments)

 
Chris Hardy, Northern Colorado Real Estate (Elevations Real Estate, LLC www.BuyFortCollinsHomes.com)

Chris Hardy

Northern Colorado Real Estate

Fort Collins, CO

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