| Up Front Fees Any funds/moneys paid in advance are non refundable. This option requires an up front fee of $400.00. The Selling Broker will receive a 3% brokerage fee and the Listing Broker will receive 1/2%. If the listing agent is also the selling agent the commission is still 3% of the sale price at close. (Not including the $400.00 up front fee.) Seller Advertising Seller has the option for additional advertising and marketing at seller’s expense. (See bottom of this page for more details) Open Houses Seller may hold there own open house, however, they must inform listing agent of date and time 7 days in advance. Any and all potential buyers must be referred to listing agent. If seller wishes to have listing agent execute an open house the time and date must be at a mutually agreed upon with seller and listing agent. In addition, a maximum length of an open house is to be 1 hour. The cost of an open house is free, however if seller wishes to have the home advertised in the Grand Rapids Press a fee of $100.00 is to be paid 10 days in advance payable to Doug Baird. All open houses will be advertised on Craig's list and on the MLS. No more than one open house per month is permitted. If the property is vacant, seller agrees to provide and place seating and a table in home prior to the open house. The property to be held open must be with in a 15 mile radius to listing agents home office. Removing Property From The Market Seller may remove there home from the market at any time for a fee of $150.00. The listing contract will not be terminated. The property listing status will be changed from active to withdrawn and will no longer show as active on the G.R.A.R. M.L.S. The end date stated on listing contract will not be accelerated and if home is sold after the property was withdrawn and during original listing dates the original commission stated on listing contract will be owed to listing broker. Listing Length A minimum listing period time of 3 months will is required and a maximum of 1 year. If seller wishes to list the property after the first 12 months, seller must sign a new listing contract. Any fees pay on the original contract will not be applied to the new contract. Short Sales These terms will not apply to any sales requiring a short sale. If sale results into a short sale the commission is to be 6%. (Any money paid in advance will not be credited to seller.) Key Box A key box will be installed, a Grand Rapids Realty For Sale Sign will be placed on seller’s property, the property will be listed on the MLS and placed on the Internet with interior and exterior photos. Seller(s) may provide there own photos. However, if they prefer, the listing agent will take up to 23 photos at no charge to seller. Professional Council Listing agent will provide professional counsel from list date to close date, attend the closing, negotiate on seller’s behalf and review all closing documents. Agent Showings All showings will be scheduled through seller. If seller requires listing agent to schedule showings on seller's behalf of the seller, the up front fee to be $600.00 total. List Price Seller is to choose the list initial list price. However listing agent will provide a competitive market analyze (CMA) with comparable properties sales in the seller’s area with in 7 days of list date. This is to provide the seller(s) with a range of prices on which to base the list price. This service will be provided once the home is listed with Grand Rapids Realty/Doug Baird. Seller may reduce the price of the property at any time and as many times during the listing contract dates. Listing price is never to be increased from the original list price. Seller may reduce the sale price during the at any time during the listing period. Listing Comments Listing agent understands that a seller knows there property better than anyone and that there are special things about there property that should stand should be mentioned on the listing card. Seller may write the listing comments for the listing card as long as they are with in the guide lines of GRAR MLS and may be subject to length and listing agent’s approval. If seller chooses to do so, comments must be completed and provided to listing agent with in 24 hours of the date the listing contract is signed. If seller fails to do so or chooses not to write the listing comments the listing agent will complete the write up for the listing card at no charge. However no changes will be made once the listing is submitted. Communication Seller agrees to use E-mail, fax and phone communication as much as possible. Legal Council Seller has the right and has been advised to seek legal council regarding and all documents regarding the listing and sale of said property. Closing Location Seller agrees to use and close at Chicago Title. Multiple MLS Listings Properties listed outside the Greater Grand Rapids Area have an additional $100.00 Fee payable at time of listing. |
| Terms Of Use Under Option 4 |
| FULL SERVICE WITH ONLY $400.00 UP FRONT, 1.2% TO THE LISTING AGENT AT CLOSE AND ONLY 3% TO THE SELLING AGENT AT CLOSE. |
| Free Marketing Internet Marketing MLS (Multiple Listing System) GRAR.com Realtor.com Full page on DougBaird.com including information on your home. Up to 12 interior photos uploaded on GRAR.com Disclosures uploaded on line on MLS Yard Sign Key boy installed CMA (Competitive Market Analysis) Net Sheet This program in offered exclusively from Doug Baird @ Grand Rapids Realty |
| Additional Services Available Virtual Tour $100.00 (Standard Style 3 Room) Grand Rapids Press Advertising $50.00 to $100.00 (price will depend on the length of the ad) Homes Extra Magazine Advertising $65.00 (Each Month) Buyers Guide Advertising $65.00 (Each Month) Color Brochures $.25 Each Copy Flyer Box or Tube $10.00 Large Yard Arm Sign $40.00 Directional Signs Installed $10.00 Each |
| Why being listed in MLS is so important MLS stands for "Multiple Listing Service", and IS "the real estate market". Over 99% of all residential owner occupied properties sold in West Michigan US are as a result of MLS listing exposure. Being listed in MLS means all the local Realtors can find your home in their MLS database. Realtors typically use ONLY "MLS". Buyers can find your home on thousands of public MLS websites, where they are most likely to be searching for a house. MLS listed properties (for sale by owner or not) sell substantially faster and for substantially more than not MLS listed "fsbo" properties |
| Why is Doug Baird the best choice for Flat Fee MLS Listing services? 1. I am local & have been in business for over 15 years! You can have a secure feeling that I won't disappear during the term of your listing. Since I started many others have come and gone (especially the cheap ones). 2. I am easy to reach by phone - 616-554-5796. Most online companies cut costs by avoiding answering the phone & providing NO customer support. It can be very frustrating when you have a problem and can't talk to anyone. 3. NO HIDDEN FEES - I let you know what's included before you sign up so there are no surprises. |
| Why you need a Realtor to list your home in MLS Only a licensed real estate broker who belongs to the MLS and pays the MLS dues and fees is able to list a property. An individual can't simply post an "ad" in MLS, like placing an ad in a newspaper. The real estate broker is also responsible for the accuracy of the listing, and keeping it current. For example, the broker can lose his or her MLS membership or pay heavy fines if a property is under contract or sold, but still listed as "Active" in MLS. |
| The true alternative to traditional real estate ... and its prices! While most real estate companies offer just one expensive marketing program which charges approximately 6-7%, Doug Baird @ Grand Rapids Realty offers sellers a choice of services for one low flat fee. Sellers can now choose which program fits their home selling needs best |
| Full Service Program Advertise and market your home as much and how you want. (Brokers Name & Number must be in every ad) Write your own listing comments - tell everyone what you feel is great about your property. Have a professional handle all negotiations on your behalf. Receive a full service closing through Chicago Title and have no surprises when it's time to close. (Cost of Title Work and closing fees not included). With the MLS, your property will be broadcast to thousands of Realtors and millions of buyers searching the Interment. Your property will be advertised on over 20 web sites including www.realtor.com. Receive a CMA (Competitive Market Analysis) free of charge. CMA will be provided once the property is listed. (With In 7 Days) Key box installation for free. Have your "NEW" listing broadcast to hundreds of "For Sale By Owners" Via E-Mail. Have a professional Grand Rapids Realty For Sale sign installed on the property. Interior and exterior pictures will be taken by Doug Baird at no additional cost. An appointment will be necessary to list your property under these options. Just call 616-554-5796 and ask for Doug |
| Realistic Listing Fees For This Unrealistic Market Call Doug Baird For More Details 616-554-5796 Michigan For Sale By Owner |
| Option 4 If Another Agent Sells The Property Sale Price $200,000.00 Commission $7,000.00 Up Front Fee $400.00 Net Before Typical Closing Cost $192,600.00 |
| Option 4 If I Sell The Property Sale Price $200,000.00 Commission $7,000.00 Up Front Fee $400.00 Net Before Typical Closing Cost $192,600.00 |
| Typical Broker Plan Large Firm Sale Price $200,000.00 Commission $12,000.00 @ 6% Administration Fee $195.00 Net Before Typical Closing Cost $187,805.00 |