{"id":4315,"date":"2026-09-22T20:09:11","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T20:09:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mikegrant.co.nz\/blog\/?p=4315"},"modified":"2026-09-22T20:09:14","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T20:09:14","slug":"what-sellers-should-know-about-commission-fees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mikegrant.co.nz\/blog\/what-sellers-should-know-about-commission-fees\/","title":{"rendered":"Other companies vs Arizto&#8217;s Flat Fee Commission: What Sellers Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#understanding-commission-structures-flat-fee-commission\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">Understanding Commission Structures:  Flat Fee Commission<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#how-traditional-percentage-based-fees-work\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">How Traditional Percentage-Based Fees Work<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#what-a-flat-fee-commission-model-looks-like\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">What a Flat Fee Commission Model Looks Like<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-actually-included-in-a-standard-commission\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">What Is Actually Included in a Standard Commission?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#the-real-cost-hidden-fees-and-gst-on-total-commission\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">The Real Cost: Hidden Fees and GST on Total Commission<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-negotiate-real-estate-agent-fees-before-you-sign\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">How to Negotiate Real Estate Agent Fees Before You Sign<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#the-four-levers-that-actually-move-the-number\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">The Four Levers That Actually Move the Number<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#what-to-ask-for-in-writing\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">What to Ask For in Writing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#a-simple-script-for-the-conversation\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">A Simple Script for the Conversation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#when-a-flat-fee-changes-the-negotiation\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">When a Flat Fee Changes the Negotiation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tips-for-selling-property-with-unconditional-offers\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">Tips for Selling Property with Unconditional Offers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#calculating-your-net-proceeds-beyond-the-commission-rate\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">Calculating Your Net Proceeds: Beyond the Commission Rate<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#the-net-proceeds-framework\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">The Net-Proceeds Framework<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#the-service-level-audit-what-you-actually-get\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">The Service-Level Audit: What You Actually Get<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#matching-the-fee-model-to-the-market\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">Matching the Fee Model to the Market<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#why-this-matters-for-the-flat-fee-decision\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">Why This Matters for the Flat Fee Decision<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Last Updated: September 22, 2026<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"understanding-commission-structures-flat-fee-commission\">Understanding Commission Structures:  Flat Fee Commission<\/h2>\n<p>The <a class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\" href=\"\/blog\/flat-fee-vs-paying-a-traditional-4-rate-to-sell\/\">flat fee<\/a> commission debate comes down to one question: do you want to pay for effort, or pay for results? Traditional agencies charge a percentage of your sale price, while a flat fee commission model charges one set amount regardless of what your property sells for. This guide from Big Mike breaks down what each structure actually costs you, what&#8217;s included, and how to work out which one leaves more money in your pocket.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re selling in Mid-Canterbury, that difference can run to thousands of dollars. Here&#8217;s what most sellers don&#8217;t know until it&#8217;s too late.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"how-traditional-percentage-based-fees-work\">How Traditional Percentage-Based Fees Work<\/h3>\n<p>A traditional agency commission is calculated as a percentage of your gross sale price. Sell for more, pay more. Sell for less, still pay a percentage of whatever you get.<\/p>\n<p>The rate itself is negotiable. Many sellers assume the advertised rate is fixed, but under New Zealand&#8217;s real estate rules, commission is a matter of contract between you and the agent. The Real Estate Authority&#8217;s guidance for sellers confirms commission rates are set by agreement, not by law.<\/p>\n<p>That means the &#8220;industry standard&#8221; figure you hear quoted is a starting point, not a rule.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"what-a-flat-fee-commission-model-looks-like\">What a Flat Fee Commission Model Looks Like<\/h3>\n<p>A flat fee commission is a single fixed amount charged for selling your property, no matter what it sells for. The fee stays the same whether your home goes for $500,000 or $800,000.<\/p>\n<p>That predictability is the whole appeal. You know your selling cost before you list, which makes budgeting far simpler.<\/p>\n<div style=\"margin: 1.5rem 0px;padding: 16px 20px;border-radius: 0px 8px 8px 0px\"><strong style=\"display: block;margin-bottom: 4px;font-size: 14px\">Key Takeaway<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 15px;line-height: 1.6\">With a percentage model, every extra dollar of sale price costs you more in commission. With a flat fee, that extra money stays with you.<\/span><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-actually-included-in-a-standard-commission\">What Is Actually Included in a Standard Commission?<\/h2>\n<p>A standard commission typically bundles the agent&#8217;s fee, marketing, photography, and administration into one percentage charge. What varies wildly is how much marketing spend sits inside that number.<\/p>\n<p>Ask for a written breakdown before signing anything. Specifically:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Agent commission portion<\/li>\n<li>Marketing levy or advertising budget<\/li>\n<li>Photography, floor plans, and signage<\/li>\n<li>Admin or documentation fees<\/li>\n<li>Auctioneer costs, if applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some agencies absorb marketing into the commission. Others charge it on top. That distinction matters enormously when you&#8217;re comparing quotes.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-real-cost-hidden-fees-and-gst-on-total-commission\">The Real Cost: Hidden Fees and GST on Total Commission<\/h2>\n<p>Hidden fees are where percentage-based quotes stop being comparable. A lower headline rate can cost more once extras appear.<\/p>\n<p class=\"cta-inline\" style=\"background-color: #78939508;border-left: 4px solid #789395;padding: 16px 20px;margin: 24px 0;border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0\">\n     <a href=\"https:\/\/mikegrant.co.nz\" style=\"color: #789395;font-weight: 600;text-decoration: underline\">Book Appraisal \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Watch for these add-ons:<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:2rem 0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6\">\n<colgroup>\n<col style=\"min-width: 25px\">\n<col style=\"min-width: 25px\">\n<col style=\"min-width: 25px\"><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"background-color:#f8f9fa;color:#111827;padding:12px 16px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;border-bottom:2px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p><strong>Cost Item<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"background-color:#f8f9fa;color:#111827;padding:12px 16px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;border-bottom:2px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p><strong>Usually Included?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"background-color:#f8f9fa;color:#111827;padding:12px 16px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;border-bottom:2px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p><strong>What to Check<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Marketing levy<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Sometimes<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Ask for the exact dollar figure<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Photography and floor plans<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Often extra<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Confirm who pays<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Auctioneer fee<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Usually extra<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Only relevant if auctioning<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Admin fee<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Sometimes<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Request it in writing<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>GST<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Always on top<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Confirm whether quotes are GST inclusive<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>That last row catches people out constantly. Commission quotes in New Zealand are frequently stated excluding GST, so the real cost is higher than the number you first hear. Always ask for a GST inclusive figure so you&#8217;re comparing like with like.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-negotiate-real-estate-agent-fees-before-you-sign\">How to Negotiate Real Estate Agent Fees Before You Sign<\/h2>\n<p>Negotiating <a class=\"text-primary underline underline-offset-4 hover:text-primary\/80\" href=\"\/blog\/choosing-a-local-real-estate-agent\/\">real estate agent<\/a> fees is normal practice, and the strongest position you will ever hold is before you sign a listing agreement. Once that document is signed, your leverage drops sharply.<\/p>\n<p>So treat the negotiation as a structured conversation, not a haggle over the headline rate.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"the-four-levers-that-actually-move-the-number\">The Four Levers That Actually Move the Number<\/h3>\n<p>Most sellers focus on the commission percentage. In practice, four separate levers determine what you pay.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The commission rate itself.<\/strong> Under the Real Estate Authority&#8217;s guidance for sellers, commission is set by agreement between you and the agent, not by law. That means the quoted rate is an opening position.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The marketing budget.<\/strong> Ask whether marketing sits inside the commission or on top of it. A slightly higher rate with marketing bundled can beat a lower rate with a large advertising levy attached.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tiered commission bands.<\/strong> Some agencies charge a lower percentage above a certain sale price. If your property is likely to attract strong interest, a tiered structure can reward the agent for pushing the price higher.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The listing period and notice terms.<\/strong> A long exclusive period with a long notice clause locks you in. A shorter initial term with a clear exit path keeps the agent accountable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"what-to-ask-for-in-writing\">What to Ask For in Writing<\/h3>\n<p>Before you sign anything, request a written summary that covers:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>The commission rate, stated GST inclusive<\/li>\n<li>The exact marketing spend and who controls it<\/li>\n<li>Whether the rate is tiered, and at what thresholds<\/li>\n<li>The listing period and notice requirements<\/li>\n<li>Any admin, auctioneer, or documentation charges<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>That last point matters more than most sellers accept. A listing agreement is a contract, and the exit terms determine how easily you can walk away if the relationship is not working.<\/p>\n<div style=\"margin: 1.5rem 0px;padding: 16px 20px;border-radius: 0px 8px 8px 0px\"><strong style=\"display: block;margin-bottom: 4px;font-size: 14px\">Watch Out<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 15px;line-height: 1.6\">Skipping the exit clause review is the most expensive mistake sellers make. If your property sits unsold for months, a restrictive agreement can lock you in with an underperforming agent.<\/span><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"a-simple-script-for-the-conversation\">A Simple Script for the Conversation<\/h3>\n<p>You do not need to be confrontational. A calm, specific question does the work.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"when-a-flat-fee-changes-the-negotiation\">When a Flat Fee Changes the Negotiation<\/h3>\n<p>With a flat fee model, there is far less to negotiate because the fee is fixed and published. The conversation shifts from &#8220;what rate will you charge?&#8221; to &#8220;what is included, and what is the notice period?&#8221; That transparency is one of the quieter advantages of the flat fee approach, you spend less energy on the fee and more on the sale itself.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-selling-property-with-unconditional-offers\">Tips for Selling Property with Unconditional Offers<\/h2>\n<p>An unconditional offer is a buyer&#8217;s offer with no conditions attached, meaning no finance clause, no building report, no LIM. For sellers, that&#8217;s the cleanest outcome available.<\/p>\n<p>A few practical points:<\/p>\n<p class=\"cta-inline\" style=\"background-color: #78939508;border-left: 4px solid #789395;padding: 16px 20px;margin: 24px 0;border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0\">\n     <a href=\"https:\/\/mikegrant.co.nz\" style=\"color: #789395;font-weight: 600;text-decoration: underline\">Book Appraisal \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Unconditional offers suit sellers who need certainty and speed<\/li>\n<li>They often come in slightly below conditional offers, so weigh speed against price<\/li>\n<li>Multiple unconditional offers create genuine competitive bidding<\/li>\n<li>Off-market sales frequently produce unconditional results without a public campaign<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"calculating-your-net-proceeds-beyond-the-commission-rate\">Calculating Your Net Proceeds: Beyond the Commission Rate<\/h2>\n<p>Net proceeds are what actually lands in your bank account after commission, marketing, legal fees, and any mortgage repayment. The commission rate is only one line in that calculation, and often not the deciding one.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"article-content-image my-8\" style=\"margin:2em 0;padding:0;background:transparent;border:0\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grandranker.com\/articles\/bayleys-vs-flat-fee-commission-what-sellers-need-to-know-content-1-1790053800.jpg\" alt=\"A couple reviewing financial documents and a flat fee commission calculation on their laptop at home.\" class=\"w-full rounded-lg shadow-lg lazyload\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:8px;margin:0 auto\" title=\"Other companies vs Arizto&#039;s Flat Fee Commission: What Sellers Need to Know\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\"><figcaption class=\"text-sm text-gray-600 mt-2 text-center\" style=\"font-size:0.875em;color:inherit;opacity:0.75;text-align:center;margin-top:0.6em\">A couple reviewing financial documents and a flat fee commission calculation on their laptop at home.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"the-net-proceeds-framework\">The Net-Proceeds Framework<\/h3>\n<p>Work through it in this order for every quote you receive:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Start with your expected sale price<\/li>\n<li>Subtract commission (GST inclusive)<\/li>\n<li>Subtract marketing and advertising costs<\/li>\n<li>Subtract legal and conveyancing fees<\/li>\n<li>Subtract any mortgage discharge costs<\/li>\n<li>The remainder is your net proceeds<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 id=\"the-service-level-audit-what-you-actually-get\">The Service-Level Audit: What You Actually Get<\/h3>\n<p>This is the part most comparisons skip. Two quotes with the same commission rate can deliver very different levels of service.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:2rem 0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6\">\n<colgroup>\n<col style=\"min-width: 25px\">\n<col style=\"min-width: 25px\">\n<col style=\"min-width: 25px\"><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"background-color:#f8f9fa;color:#111827;padding:12px 16px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;border-bottom:2px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p><strong>Service<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"background-color:#f8f9fa;color:#111827;padding:12px 16px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;border-bottom:2px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p><strong>Premium Agency (typical)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"background-color:#f8f9fa;color:#111827;padding:12px 16px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;border-bottom:2px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p><strong>Flat Fee (typical)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Professional photography<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Usually included<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Often included<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Floor plan<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Usually included<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Often included<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Staging or styling advice<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Sometimes included<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Usually optional<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Drone or video<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Sometimes included<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Usually optional<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Print and digital advertising<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Bundled, variable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Bundled, fixed<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Open homes<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Agent-led<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Agent-led<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Negotiation support<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Full service<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Full service<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Off-market buyer access<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Often strong<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\" style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<p>Varies by agency<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 id=\"matching-the-fee-model-to-the-market\">Matching the Fee Model to the Market<\/h3>\n<p>Market conditions should influence which model suits you.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In a fast market<\/strong>, where well-presented homes attract multiple offers quickly, a flat fee can capture the upside without the commission scaling with the sale price.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In a slower market<\/strong>, where buyer pools are thinner and negotiation is harder, the buyer relationships and off-market reach of a full-service agency can justify the higher fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The question is not which model is cheaper. It is which model produces the better net result for your specific property and timing.<\/p>\n<div style=\"margin: 1.5rem 0px;padding: 16px 20px;border-radius: 0px 8px 8px 0px\"><strong style=\"display: block;margin-bottom: 4px;font-size: 14px\">Pro Tip<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 15px;line-height: 1.6\">Ask every agent for a net proceeds estimate, not just a commission rate. The agent who gives you the highest net figure is the one worth hiring, not the one with the lowest headline percentage.<\/span><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"why-this-matters-for-the-flat-fee-decision\">Why This Matters for the Flat Fee Decision<\/h3>\n<p>When you run the net-proceeds calculation properly, the flat fee model often wins on certainty. Big Mike charges a flat $12,500 plus GST, so the fee does not shift when your sale price does. That means every extra dollar of sale price stays with you.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Comparing other companies percentage fee\u2019s vs flat fee commission isn&#8217;t really about which model sounds cheaper. It&#8217;s about which one leaves you with more after everything is paid.<\/p>\n<section style=\"margin:3rem 0 2rem 0\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:1.5rem;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 4px 0\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div style=\"padding:20px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size:1.1rem;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 8px 0\">Common commission rate&#8217;s?<\/h3>\n<div style=\"line-height:1.7;font-size:0.95rem\">\n<p style=\"margin:0\">Most traditional agencies, use a percentage-based commission structure. The exact rate varies by region, property type, and negotiated terms. Standard rates often fall between 2% and 4% of the sale price, plus GST. 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