Our Story; So You've just located the perfect Flat Fee Listing Company. So now it's Time to Pull out that Credit Card
So you going to pay a Flat Fee (example) say $550.00 AND ZERO LISTING COMMISSIONS. Great you're all set!
But there's a Catch!
If your home is listed in one of the following counties you might want to keep reading!
- Barrow
- Bartow
- Cherokee
- Chattooga
- Cobb
- Dawson
- Dekalb
- Douglas
- Floyd
- Forsyth
- Fulton
- Gordon
- Gwinnett
- Hall
- Haralson
- Jackson
- Lumpkin
- Pickens
- Polk
- Walton
These counties are mandated by the FMLS and are mandatory listing counties AND Charge a Closing Fees to the Listing Broker's Firm.
So how much is this fee?
Answer: .0012 times the Sale Price of the Home
With this Fee being percentage based shows why it's impossible for a Brokerage Firm to charge a true Flat Fee Listing in the FMLS areas.
So on a $400,000 home the fee is $480.00
So let's do some simple math.
The Company Lists your Home for $550.00 YET THEY ARE CHARGED $480.00 by the FMLS. So they just made $70.00
Folks this isn't feasible
But their Website States Absolutely "NO LISTING COMMISSIONS" Right?
Wrong!
Here's the Catch
When you break out that shiny new credit card for a $550.00 Flat Fee Listings. The company may send a follow up email stating that you agreed to the "Terms of Service" from their web page.
And that's the catch!
Who's going to go back and read this (People Using Facebook® Didn't)
Or they will send the Listing Agreement for you to sign after you've paid the up-front listing fee and spent several hours trying to input your own listing.
Either Way it Shakes Out Your Going to Pay a "Closing Fee, Commission Fee or an Administration Fee" Call it what you want.
Flat Fee Listing Companies which fail to disclose this type of information (up front) aren't being very honest to say the least.
Just Google® the companies reviews that's always a good starting point.
If the listing company has their closing fees (for the above listed counties) prominently advertised then it's probably a reputable company.
If you would like a copy of our listing agreement (which shows all fees) simply give us a call or send us an email.
Our Fees are prominently advertised on our website as well!
Conclusion
Before you pay a listing broker money you should demand to see the entire listing agreement up front! The Listing Agreement will disclose all Fees!
If they won't provide the listing agreement up front then you may want to think twice!
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Additional Customer Reviews!

Dave & Katie Sells
Mark Tidwell did an outstanding job of helping us sell our home and purchase a new one. From beginning to end, Mark continually went above and beyond and exceeded our expectations. He is an extremely motivated, knowledgeable, and driven person. When we chose to move to an area that Mark was not licensed in he took the initiative to go through all the steps to obtain licensure in that county. His attention to detail and ability to step us through the entire process was priceless. One of my main concerns when selecting an agent was finding someone who was not just going to be chasing commission but rather, taking the time to really provide quality service. I would highly recommend to Mark to anyone in need of a real estate professional.
-Dave and Katie Sells, Bishop, GA

Gretchen Holsclaw
We would highly recommend Mark Tidwell. We used his Flat Fee listing program and saved TONS of money on commissions. He did a great job. I would recommend him to family and friends. We sold our home in just a couple days.
Thanks so much for your help!!
Gretchen Holsclaw
Acworth, Ga.

Glenn Briggs
I used Mark to represent me in purchasing a HUD home for my Family. He knows the HUD system very well. I would highly recommend Mark to future friends and family.
Glenn Briggs
Auburn, Ga.

Clint & Sarah Roberts
We used Mark Tidwell's Flat Fee Listing service to sell our home. Mark is extremely knowledgeable in his profession. Mark was very easy to work with and always responsive. Dealing with Mark was a refreshing experience. We have already referred Mark to an associate and we would definitely use his services again!
-Clint Roberts
Dacula, GA

Jed Broadway
Mark went over and beyond expectations while locating my residence. He was very patient with me as we spent 6 months finding my place that I am extremely happy with!
I have, and would recommend Mark to anyone that requires an excellent agent.
Jed Broadway
Gainesville, Ga.

Bill Walker
We have used Mark Tidwell to help us market a number of properties and we continue to call him as we have other properties to sell. He is professional, responsive and an excellent communicator. He is very knowledgeable and has years of experience with both residential and commercial properties.
Bill Walker
Senior Vice President
Local Community Bank
Loganville, Ga.
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