Flat fee MLS questions

A flat fee MLS listing allows you to list your property on a local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) through a licensed real estate brokerage for a one-time listing fee instead of paying a traditional percentage-based listing commission. Your property becomes available to participating real estate agents and may appear on major real estate websites. You remain responsible for managing your sale.

Our listing packages start at $149. Pricing varies by state and MLS market, and certain locations require higher-priced packages. Select your property location during checkout to see your applicable listing package, available upgrades, and total price before payment.

Our flat fee listing service does not charge a percentage-based listing commission when your property sells. Any optional services, buyer-agent compensation you separately agree to, or other transaction-related expenses are separate from our listing fee.

No. Our listing service does not require you to offer compensation to a buyer's agent. Whether to offer compensation, and how much, is your decision. Any compensation agreement must comply with applicable laws and MLS requirements.

MLS listings are generally distributed to major real estate websites, including Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin, through participating MLS data feeds. However, each website controls its own display, processing, and publication practices. We cannot guarantee that every listing will appear on every third-party website or within a specific timeframe.

Your contact information is made available to participating MLS agents according to the applicable MLS rules. However, consumer websites such as Zillow and Realtor.com operate their own inquiry systems, which may direct inquiries to participating agents rather than directly to you. For a detailed explanation, read our How Buyers Contact Sellers guide.

Not necessarily. Zillow determines how contact information and inquiry options appear on its website. Even when your listing is displayed on Zillow, its contact forms and buttons may connect visitors with participating real estate agents rather than directly with you. Learn more in How Buyers Contact Sellers.

You remain responsible for coordinating showings, reviewing offers, negotiating terms, and making decisions about your property sale. Participating MLS agents can access the contact and showing instructions associated with your listing, subject to MLS rules and your selected services.

Yes. Listing changes can generally be requested through your listing brokerage. Available changes and procedures depend on your package and the applicable MLS requirements. Changes must comply with MLS rules and be reviewed when necessary.

Listings are generally processed within 24–48 hours after all required information, photographs, documents, and signed agreements have been received and are complete. Activation is subject to brokerage review, MLS requirements, and any corrections that may be needed. Exact activation dates and times are not guaranteed.

You will generally need to provide the property address, description, features, photographs, ownership information, and any required disclosures or listing documents. Your listing brokerage will provide instructions regarding the forms and information required for your property and MLS market.

Yes. MLS listings must be submitted through an authorized real estate brokerage, and a listing agreement is generally required. Your listing brokerage will provide the applicable agreement and any additional forms required for your property and jurisdiction.

The appropriate MLS depends on your property's location and available market coverage. Some areas have multiple MLS systems with different geographic boundaries and pricing. Where an MLS selection is required, the available choices will appear during checkout.

We provide flat fee MLS listing services across many U.S. markets through participating licensed brokerages. Availability, MLS systems, pricing, and listing requirements vary by location. Select your state during checkout to see the currently available options.

Yes. A flat fee MLS listing is designed for property owners who want MLS exposure while managing much of the selling process themselves. You can handle showings, negotiations, and other seller responsibilities while the listing brokerage provides the services included in your selected package.

Property-type eligibility depends on the state, MLS system, and participating brokerage. Residential homes and certain other property types may qualify, but vacant land, commercial properties, and specialized transactions can have additional requirements. Contact us before ordering if your property is not a standard residential listing.

Listings involving wholesalers, equitable interests, powers of attorney, assignments, or other arrangements where the person ordering is not the recorded owner require individual brokerage review. These arrangements may involve different documentation, pricing, or eligibility requirements and are not automatically accepted through standard checkout. Please contact us before placing an order.

Certain MLS markets and listing packages offer optional services such as ShowingTime and call forwarding. Availability and pricing depend on your property location and selected package. Eligible upgrades are displayed during checkout.

Listing durations and extension options depend on the applicable package, MLS, and brokerage requirements. Some markets offer an optional listing extension during checkout. Additional arrangements may be available through the listing brokerage, subject to its requirements.

After ordering, you will receive instructions for completing the listing process, including providing property information, photographs, and required documents. The listing brokerage reviews the submission for completeness and compliance before entering the property into the applicable MLS. Once activated, the listing becomes available through the MLS and participating distribution channels.