Does the Fee Reflect the Work Involved?

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Years ago, a client paid $240,000 in commission for a home we sold after the FIRST open house.

I’m not writing this to brag. Quite the opposite. 

I remember looking at the number and asking myself, “Did the fee reflect the work involved?” 

The answer was no. (That’s more than many people make in an entire year!)

That experience became one of the reasons we started SIMPLE Real Estate. 

Not every sale is created equal. Some require months of preparation, complicated negotiations, and constant problem-solving. Others are remarkably straightforward. 

The work is different. The strategy is different. So why is compensation determined by the price of the home?

At SIMPLE, we decided it didn’t have to be.

Our compensation is based on the scope and complexity of the work involved. That also gives us the flexibility to recognize longtime client relationships or transactions that require less time and effort.

It’s not about charging less. It’s about charging in a way that makes sense.

We’ve always said: one size does NOT fit all! 

Curious what your size would be? Get in touch and find out!

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