I had three realtors that came out. For the curious, zillow puts our home at $289,685.
Realtor# 1: estimated we'd get 266k but start at 300k
Realtor# 2: 275-300k
Realtor# 3: 279
Realtor# 4: no show, maybe heard I was interviewing others from same company, going to conference, teaches real estate classes, on different boards. Probably forgot.
#1: okay, nice enough guy, but adamant on 6% and 180 days
#3: same company same policy (6% and 180 days) probably more aggressive with marketing.
Neither one left comps for me
#2: was going to be 5 min late and called, came out with son (teen). Has worked for companies but now himself, realtor wife, 21 yr old daughter, and son doing the business. I liked that his kids are involved. Plus I imagine most parents play it straight in front of their kids. He was the ONLY one that left a packet with recent sales and listings. He also does 90 days. Commission 6%, 5% if he lists/sells. He also does flat fee $2500 which can be applied to full service if we change our minds.
All three commented how immaculate it was, no clutter, resort like setting, and didn't offer much in the way of making it more sellable (other than mulch) which I knew.
The $2500 (if he doesn't sell) seems a little steep for essentially what boils down to MLS listing. He would do the paperwork. Ugh. Just thought about closing costs.
I have see some online flat fee where you pay around $400 to list in MLS and then a 3% commission if it sells. Maybe he would go that route? Any thoughts or suggestions?