Flat Fee MLS vs FSBO vs Full-Service Realtor

💡 What Is a Flat Fee MLS Listing?

A Flat Fee MLS listing service allows homeowners to list their property on the MLS without paying a 3% listing agent commission. Instead, you pay a one-time flat fee and retain control of your sale.

With Brokerless, your listing appears on Realtor.com, Zillow, and your local MLS — giving you maximum exposure for less.

🔍 FSBO (For Sale By Owner)

Selling FSBO means you’re handling every aspect of the sale yourself — marketing, showings, negotiations, and paperwork. FSBO sellers often avoid all commissions but can struggle with visibility and buyer trust.

• ❌ No MLS exposure
• ❌ Limited reach on major sites
• ✅ No listing agent commission
• ❌ DIY paperwork and pricing

👔 Full-Service Realtor

A full-service Realtor handles everything: staging advice, pricing, marketing, buyer showings, negotiations, and closing. You get support — but it comes at a premium cost: typically 5–6% of the home’s sale price in total commissions.

• ✅ Full service and guidance
• ✅ MLS + broad marketing
• ❌ 3% listing commission (plus buyer agent fee)
• ❌ Less control over sale process

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📌 Final Thoughts: Which Is Right for You?

Choose Flat Fee MLS if you want MLS exposure and control without high commission costs. Go full FSBO only if you're comfortable marketing and negotiating alone. Hire a Full-Service Realtor if you want end-to-end support and don’t mind the 6% cost.

Compare flat fee pricing plans and get listed today with Brokerless.

Also see: Flat Fee MLS vs Traditional Agent, MLS vs Zillow, and our Flat Fee MLS Resources & Guides.