Agent fees
How to Negotiate Realtor Fees
Questions to ask before agreeing to a listing fee.

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The HomeRise agent network
We select the top 1% agents and pre-screen them for our network. You get an agent with more experience than the average agent, at a lower listing fee.
We bring agents a steady volume of highly qualified, vetted clients. In exchange, they agree to lower listing fees negotiated in advance.
That’s how you get a great agent with a 1% listing fee through our Market Expert plan. You keep more of your equity and get full-service help with pricing, professional photography, video walkthroughs, marketing and negotiation.
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1%
listing fee · paid at closing
For sellers comfortable with virtual support.
1.75%
listing fee · paid at closing
For sellers who want more in-person support.
Listing-side fees only. Buyer-agent compensation, taxes, title charges and other closing costs are separate. Commissions are negotiable. Confirm minimum fees, service limits and cancellation terms before signing.
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For Sale by Owner
Lowest listing-agent cost. The work and pricing decisions are yours.
Full Service Without Sacrifice.
The full-service essentials you expect, at a lower listing fee.
Conventional full service
Individually negotiated fees
Full-service help. A higher fee does not guarantee better service.
Expert help where it matters
From the first pricing conversation to the final paperwork, you’re in control—with expert guidance to help you understand your choices and move forward with confidence.

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Before you decide
Know what you’re paying for, who represents you and what happens next.
We bring agents a steady volume of highly qualified, vetted clients. In exchange, they agree to pre-negotiated listing rates. Our Market Expert plan gives you a 1% listing fee with full-service help, including pricing, professional photography, video walkthroughs, marketing and negotiation. You benefit from the lower rate we have already negotiated.
No. The 1% Market Expert fee covers the listing side of your sale. The Local Expert listing fee is 1.75%. Buyer-agent compensation and other closing costs are separate. Review your plan’s fee terms, including any minimums, before signing.
HomeRise partners with licensed agents from all brokerages across the country. We connect you with an agent in our nationwide network, and your agent and their brokerage provide full-service representation throughout your sale.
We select the top 1% of agents and pre-screen them for the HomeRise network. Our partner agents bring more experience than the average agent and have collectively completed thousands of deals. We partner with agents from all brokerages across the country and negotiate lower listing rates in advance.
Market Expert uses virtual tools for much of the sale. Local Expert adds more in-person help. Both include pricing guidance, professional photography, video walkthroughs, listing marketing, negotiation and transaction management. Confirm the services in your agreement.
Yes. Complete the form on this page and choose a time for your kickoff call. Getting matched does not obligate you to sign a listing agreement.
Yes. HomeRise’s extensive Full Service agent network covers all 50 states, including communities beyond those listed on this page. Your property details help us match you with an agent; you do not need to check your address for coverage.
We offer professional interior and exterior photography and video walkthroughs that help buyers see your home’s layout, flow and best features. Aerial, twilight and night photography options help your listing stand out. Your agent can walk you through the right approach for your property and explain what your selected plan includes.
Using the published $422,221 median sale price for Raleigh, NC (three months ending August 2026), a 1% listing fee is about $4,222, compared with $12,667 at an illustrative 3% fee. That is a difference of about $8,444 at the same sale price. Your actual fee depends on your sale price and agreement. Buyer-agent compensation and other closing costs are separate.
A little knowledge goes a long way
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