Valuation and preparation
A valuation, professional photography, floor plans, a BER check and carefully prepared listing details.
For Sellers
Online estate agents often charge a fixed fee. This can save you thousands.
Traditional commission, fixed fees and online support can all lead to a successful sale. The useful comparison is the total cost, the work included and the support you want.
Estate Agent Fee Calculator
Estate agents will offer different services and marketing packages.
Commission before VAT€7,500
VAT on commission (23%)€1,725
Commission model total€9,725
Fixed-fee VAT (23%)€230
Fixed Fee Online Estate Agent€1,229
How much can you save?
€8,496
When you choose an online estate agent with a fixed fee model.
What is an online estate agent?
The same core sale, delivered differently
Online estate agents can provide many of the services associated with a branch-based agent while using technology to manage communication, marketing and offers. Your property will appear on the exact same property portals where buyers are active daily. Both online and traditional estate agents may offer bespoke services at a cost.
Major property portals
Advertising on Daft.ie and MyHome.ie as standard where home buyers are active.
Flexible viewings
With the vendor handling viewings, you can schedule a times and days that suit your calendar.
Visible buyer interest
Online estate agents often use the latest technology platforms to ensure you have 100% transparency. Access to your own personal property dashboard to view bids and offers in real time 24/7.
Compare the models
Percentage commission or fixed fee?
A commission fee rises with the final selling price. A fixed fee is agreed in advance and stays the same, which can make budgeting simpler. Neither label tells you the whole service, so compare the final VAT-inclusive figure and every included task.
Some questions to keep in mind; who creates the listing, pays for portal advertising, conducts viewings, qualifies bidders, negotiates offers and keeps the sale moving after it is agreed.
Questions to ask with an estate agent.
- Are they registered with the Property Services Regulatory Authority.
- Is VAT included in the quoted price?
- Are photography, floor plans, BER and portal listings included?
- Who conducts viewings and follows up with buyers?
- How are bidders qualified and offers recorded?
- Is any fee payable up front or if the property does not sell?
- Who supports the sale after an offer is accepted?
Estate agent fees and online selling FAQs
Practical answers to the questions sellers ask before comparing agents, fees and ways to bring a property to market
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