PRACTICAL PROPERTY GUIDE

How do you understand estate agency fees?

Review the fee schedule, payer, calculation basis, displayed amount and related services without treating fees as a promise of results.

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OS7 METHOD

This guide supports the “Assess” stage

Comparing fees starts with the scope of service, evidence and net outcome.

  1. 01ObserveUnderstand the project, property and market signals
  2. 02PositionPosition the property against its real competition
  3. 03PresentReveal value without misrepresentation
  4. 04CoordinateCoordinate the launch across the right channels
  5. 05QualifyQualify serious buyers
  6. 06SecureStrengthen the agreement
  7. 07CompleteKeep the transaction on track through completion
Step 01 of 07ObserveUnderstand the project, property and market signals
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FEES × SERVICE COMPARISON

What does the service fee actually cover?

Compare more than a percentage: consider the work, risks, evidence and contractual terms.

My project: ______________________________Date: __________________
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ServiceWhat you compareMandate provision
STRATEGYValuation and positioningAnalysis, pricing scenario, competition and decisions.Compare : __________
MARKETINGPresentation and marketingMedia, copy, channels, launch and visibility.Compare : __________
SALES MANAGEMENTEnquiries, viewings and offersScreening, feedback, follow-up and negotiation.Compare : __________
RISK MANAGEMENTDocuments and coordinationDocuments, professionals, conditions and final deed.Compare : __________

Tables and lists without input fields are worksheets to print and complete on paper.

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BEFORE DECIDING

Checks that complete the worksheet

Keep useful answers, documents and dates so you can compare your situation without starting over.

  • FEE SCHEDULEWHERE IS IT PUBLISHED?

    Check the applicable official document.

    View
  • PAYERWHO PAYS THE FEES?

    This must be clearly presented.

    Verify
  • SCOPEWHICH SERVICES ARE INCLUDED?

    Ask about deliverables, exclusions and responsibilities.

    List
  • CONDITIONSWHEN ARE THEY DUE?

    Refer to the mandate and legal framework.

    Read
  • EVIDENCEHOW IS THE WORK TRACKED?

    Documented follow-up, actions and decisions.

    Ask
  • NET PROCEEDS TO SELLERWHAT FINANCIAL OUTCOME?

    Compare price, fees, timing and transaction strength.

    Compare

CONTINUE

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DIRECT CONTACT

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