Why Our Fee Is Lower

Not because we do less. Because software does the parts that used to take a team of people.

Most brokerages charge 2.5–3% because the traditional model needs transaction coordinators, assistants, marketing staff, and many hours of manual research per deal. We rebuilt that back office with our own AI tooling, so the overhead is a fraction of what it used to be — and we pass that difference on as a buyer rebate of up to 1.5% of the purchase price, or a 1% listing fee.

Where the savings actually come from

By automating the heavy lifting behind the scenes, we turn hours of manual work into minutes. That efficiency is exactly why we can charge less.

Pricing strategy

Sold and active comps pulled and adjusted for condition, finish level, lot, and location in minutes instead of hours.

Hours of manual spreadsheet workMinutes of data-driven valuation analysis

Comparative analysis

A full property analysis on any address before we tour it, so we walk in already knowing whether the price is supported by the data.

Flipping through hundreds of MLS pagesInstant, comprehensive value range comparisons

Permit & public-records research

Permit history, ownership and transfer history, tax records, and plat details surfaced automatically instead of being chased down county by county.

Digging through county archivesAutomated extraction of property history

Seller-motivation signals

Price history, days on market, and listing-history patterns compiled into a read on how much negotiating room actually exists.

Guessing why a home is sittingAlgorithmic tracking of historical trends

Hyper-specific property search

We can hunt for criteria conventional search filters don't cover—recently remodeled kitchens, specific lot configurations, and other niche characteristics—by having our tools read through listing details and public web sources.

Manually opening and reading hundreds of listingsAutomated screening against niche criteria

What we did NOT cut

We trimmed the fat, not the service. You still get premium, white-glove real estate representation from first conversation to final signature.

  • A dedicated, licensed local agent at every showing, inspection, and negotiation
  • Full-service listing package: professional photography, Zillow Showcase, MLS, syndication to 100+ sites, yard signs, open houses
  • Direct phone/text access to your agent, not a call center or a rotating showing agent
  • Contract-to-close management, deadlines, and our trusted local contractor network
  • No hidden fees, no upfront fees, no à-la-carte add-ons
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AI does the research. A human does the deciding.

Our technology gives us the data we need to make smart moves, but real estate is ultimately a human transaction. Your dedicated agent is always the one touring homes with you, negotiating the contract, and guiding you through the emotional decisions. Technology just makes us faster, more precise, and far more affordable.

Lower cost—not reduced representation

The rebate works because our technology streamlines our overhead and saves us time. You still get direct, full-service representation.

HomeSavvy
Traditional Agents
Discount Agents
Your Own Dedicated Local Team
HomeSavvyOne accountable agent from first conversation through closing
TraditionalMay include assistants or hand-offs
DiscountLarge service areas, showing agents, dozens of transactions at a time, and hand-offs
Commission Savings
HomeSavvyUp to 1.5% of the purchase price back for buyers, 1% listing for sellers
TraditionalNo commission rebate
DiscountOften with hidden fees and reduced service
Full-Service Experience
HomeSavvyWhite-glove service from first consult to closing
TraditionalFull service, but at full price
DiscountLimited support, fewer touchpoints
Zillow Showcase MarketingWhat is Showcase? →
HomeSavvy3D tours, interactive floorplans, premium visibility
TraditionalRarely
DiscountRarely
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*Buyers receive 50% of the buyer-agent commission, up to 1.5% of the purchase price. Subject to a $6,500 minimum commission, lender approval, and available buyer-agent compensation.

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