Can a Private Seller List on REALTOR.ca?
A homeowner does not simply create a REALTOR.ca account and upload a property as a private seller. REALTOR.ca displays listings supplied through the MLS® systems and participating real estate organizations. A seller seeking REALTOR.ca exposure generally needs to work through a participating brokerage/listing arrangement.
How theRealtyCommission.com Can Help
theRealtyCommission.com helps Ontario property owners market their homes, condos, land and eligible rental properties through a flat-fee MLS® listing service. Instead of paying a percentage-based listing commission to list your property, you pay a flat fee for the selected service and take an active role in the selling or leasing process.
A More Affordable Way to Market Your Property
With theRealtyCommission.com, you can take a more hands-on approach to selling or leasing your property while using a flat-fee listing service for MLS® exposure. You remain in control of your decisions, and you can review the applicable service terms before you begin.
Private Seller vs. Traditional Listing in Ontario
| Feature | Private Seller with theRealtyCommission.com | Traditional Real Estate Listing |
|---|---|---|
| Listing Cost | Flat fee starting at $199 for a sale listing* | Typically a negotiated percentage-based commission |
| MLS® Exposure | MLS® listing exposure through a participating brokerage, subject to eligibility and MLS® rules | MLS® listing through the listing brokerage |
| REALTOR.ca Exposure | Available through eligible MLS® listings distributed to REALTOR.ca, subject to applicable rules | Generally available when the listing is distributed to REALTOR.ca |
| Control Over the Sale | Seller manages pricing, showings, negotiations and decisions | Listing agent typically assists with pricing, marketing, showings and negotiations |
| Showings | Seller arranges and manages showings | Listing agent may coordinate showings |
| Offers and Negotiations | Seller handles offers and negotiations, with professional assistance arranged separately if needed | Listing agent typically assists with offers and negotiations |
| Marketing Responsibilities | Seller takes responsibility for marketing beyond the included listing service | Listing agent typically provides marketing services agreed upon in the listing contract |
| Flexibility | Greater control over the selling process | Process is generally managed with the listing agent |
| Potential Savings | May reduce listing-side costs; additional fees or buyer-agent compensation may still apply | Commission and other fees depend on the agreement with the brokerage |
| Best Suited For | Sellers comfortable managing much of the selling process themselves | Sellers who prefer more hands-on assistance from a real estate professional |
Choose the approach that fits your needs. A private sale with a flat-fee MLS® listing can provide MLS® exposure while allowing you to manage the sale yourself. A traditional listing may suit sellers who prefer more assistance throughout the process.
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