{"id":93269,"date":"2026-04-28T09:55:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:55:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/?p=93269"},"modified":"2026-04-28T09:55:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:55:07","slug":"flat-fee-mls-realty-reviews","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/flat-fee-mls-realty-reviews\/","title":{"rendered":"Flat Fee MLS Realty Reviews: Is the $99 Package a Good Deal?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n      \n    <div class=\"reqRattingNewHolderBox\">\n        <div class=\"reqRattingNewHolderBoxUpper\">\n            <div class=\"topRowWrap\">\n                <span class=\"companyLogoWrap\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/flat-fee-MLS-realty-1.webp\" alt=\"Logo\" rel=\"preload\"  class=\"logoBox\" \/>\n                <\/span>\n                <div class=\"rattingBox\">\n                    <p class=\"avgRatingText\">\n                        <span class=\"starIcon starRatingFive\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>4.4<\/strong>\n                    <\/p>\n                    <span class=\"editorRating\">Editor's Rating<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"totalReviewsCount\"><\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"rattingBox userRatingBox\">\n                    <p class=\"avgRatingText\">\n                        <span class=\"starIcon starRatingOne\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>0<\/strong>\n                    <\/p>\n                    <span class=\"editorRating\">User Rating<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"totalReviewsCount\">\n                        (0 Reviews)\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"writeReviewRatingWrap\">\n                    <div class=\"writeReview\">Write a review<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"ratingstarwrap\">\n                        <div class=\"rating\">\n                            <input type=\"radio\" name=\"vendor_rating\" id=\"add_review__star5\" class=\"radio-1\" value=\"5\">\n                            <label for=\"add_review__star5\" title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label>\n                            <input type=\"radio\" name=\"vendor_rating\" id=\"add_review__star4\" class=\"radio-2\" value=\"4\">\n                            <label for=\"add_review__star4\" title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label>\n                            <input type=\"radio\" name=\"vendor_rating\" id=\"add_review__star3\" class=\"radio-3\" value=\"3\">\n                            <label for=\"add_review__star3\" title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label>\n                            <input type=\"radio\" name=\"vendor_rating\" id=\"add_review__star2\" class=\"radio-4\" value=\"2\">\n                            <label for=\"add_review__star2\" title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label>\n                            <input type=\"radio\" name=\"vendor_rating\" id=\"add_review__star1\" class=\"radio-5\" value=\"1\">\n                            <label for=\"add_review__star1\" title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <p class=\"ReviewLogoText\">Flat Fee MLS Realty is one of the most popular brokerages based in the US. You can list your home on the MLS for as little as $99 with them. Flat Fee MLS Realty majorly operates in Florida.<\/p>\n        <div class=\"reqRattingNewHolderBoxLower\">\n            <div class=\"col_50 prosBox\">\n                <p class=\"reviewPros\">Pros <span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/p>\n                <ul style=\"display: none;\">\n                    <li>You can list your home for just $99.<\/li><li>You skip paying the 3% Realtor commission.<\/li><li>You get full control over the home sale.<\/li>                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"col_50 consBox\">\n                <p class=\"reviewCons\">Cons <span class=\"arrow\"><\/span><\/p>\n                <ul style=\"display: none;\">\n                    <li>They do not have nationwide coverage.<\/li><li>Their packages have short listing terms.<\/li><li>You need to purchase expensive add-ons.<\/li>                <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <script>\n    function setupToggle(triggerClass) {\n        document.querySelectorAll('.' + triggerClass).forEach(el => {\n            el.addEventListener('click', () => {\n                const ul = el.nextElementSibling;\n                const arrow = el.querySelector('.arrow');\n                const isVisible = window.getComputedStyle(ul).display === 'block';\n\n                \/\/ Toggle only the clicked one\n                if (isVisible) {\n                    ul.style.display = 'none';\n                    arrow.classList.remove('up');\n                } else {\n                    ul.style.display = 'block';\n                    arrow.classList.add('up');\n                }\n            });\n        });\n    }\n\n    setupToggle('reviewPros');\n    setupToggle('reviewCons');\n    <\/script>\n    <script>\n        var inputs = document.querySelectorAll(\".ratingstarwrap .rating input\");\n        inputs.forEach(function(input) {\n            input.addEventListener(\"click\", function(e) {\n                var inputValue = e.target.value;\n                var starPick = \"list__star\" + inputValue;\n                document.getElementById(starPick).checked = true;\n                var element = document.getElementById(\"reviewTabWrapper\");\n                element.scrollIntoView({\n                behavior: \"smooth\",\n                block: \"center\" \/\/ or \"center\" or \"end\" or \"nearest\"\n            });\n\n            });\n        });\n\n\n        \/\/ document.querySelector(\".toUserReviews\").addEventListener(\"click\", function(){\n        \/\/     document.getElementById(\"reviewList\").scrollIntoView({\n        \/\/         behavior: \"smooth\"  \n        \/\/     });\n        \/\/ });\n        \/\/ document.querySelector(\".toUserReview\").addEventListener(\"click\", function(){\n        \/\/     document.getElementById(\"reviewList\").scrollIntoView({\n        \/\/         behavior: \"smooth\"  \n        \/\/     });\n        \/\/ });\n\n        document.querySelector(\".writeReview\").addEventListener(\"click\", function () {\n            const form = document.getElementById(\"myForm\");\n            const textarea = form.querySelector(\".reviewerDescription\");\n\n            form.scrollIntoView({ behavior: \"smooth\", block: \"center\" });\n\n            const ensureScrollAndFocus = () => {\n                const formPosition = form.getBoundingClientRect().top;\n\n                if (formPosition >= 0 && formPosition < window.innerHeight) {\n                    \/\/ Form is in view; now focus the textarea\n                    if (textarea) {\n                        textarea.focus();\n                    }\n                } else {\n                    \/\/ Wait for next frame and check again\n                    requestAnimationFrame(ensureScrollAndFocus);\n                }\n            };\n\n            ensureScrollAndFocus();\n        });\n\n\n    <\/script>\n        \n\n\n\n<p class=\"highlight\" class=\"margin-top-28\">Flat Fee MLS Realty is a\u00a0<a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/top-real-estate-companies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">real estate brokerage<\/a>\u00a0based in Florida. They provide three flat-fee packages to home sellers. These packages help you avoid traditional Realtor commissions. Additionally, they get your home maximum exposure via MLS, Zillow, Trulia, and, Homes.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty may seem affordable at first. However, a lack of essential services like lockboxes and <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/for-sale-by-owner-signs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">yard signs<\/a> can increase your overall selling costs later. Plus, their packages offer limited listing periods. This makes it harder to sell at the best price and on your timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"check-minus-content-list\" style=\"background-color: #dff0ff; padding:20px; margin-left:-5px;\">\n\u270d\ufe0f <b>Editor&#8217;s Take:<\/b> For most home sellers, <b>we recommend selling with Houzeo.<\/b> They offer comprehensive, long-term listing packages starting at $199. Plus, their advanced technology helps you compare and choose the best offer for your home. Compare <a     href=\"#Flat-fee-mls-realty-vs-houzeo\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><u>Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. Houzeo<\/u><\/a>.<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\t<div style=\"display: block ;\" class=\"home-page-quick-listing-wrapper  content-ql-new-ui \" main-title=\"Get best offer with Houzeo! \ud83d\ude80\" list-title=\"List on MLS for a Flat Fee\" list-item-1=\"Save thousands in commissions\" list-item-2=\"100% online platform\" list-item-3=\"5-star customer service\" ql-button=\"\" minimize=\"true\" sidebar=\"\" contact-title=\"\" contact-content=\"\" siteurl_qlb=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\" cash-ql=\"false\"><\/div>\n\t<script>\t\t\n\n\t\tdocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function () {\n\t\t\tconst isMobile = window.screen.width <= 768;\n\n\t\t\t\/\/ Global flags to prevent multiple loads\n\t\t\twindow.quickListingCssLoaded = window.quickListingCssLoaded || false;\n\t\t\twindow.quickListingJsLoaded = window.quickListingJsLoaded || false;\n\n\t\t\tconst cssURL = 'https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/css\/quick-listing-block-v3.css?v=9.8';\n\t\t\tconst jsURL  = 'https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/js\/quick-listing-block-v3.js?v=9.8';\n\n\t\t\t\/\/ \u2705 Load CSS immediately on mobile only\n\t\t\tif (isMobile && !window.quickListingCssLoaded) {\n\t\t\t\twindow.quickListingCssLoaded = true;\n\t\t\t\tloadCSS(cssURL);\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\/\/ \u2705 Define JS loader (and CSS for desktop)\n\t\t\twindow.quickListingJsLoadfn = function () {\n\t\t\t\tif (!window.quickListingJsLoaded) {\n\t\t\t\t\twindow.quickListingJsLoaded = true;\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\/\/ On desktop: load CSS here (lazy), since it wasn't loaded initially\n\t\t\t\t\tif (!isMobile && !window.quickListingCssLoaded) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\twindow.quickListingCssLoaded = true;\n\t\t\t\t\t\tloadCSS(cssURL);\n\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\t\tloadScript(jsURL);\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\/\/ Remove listener after load\n\t\t\t\t\tdocument.removeEventListener(isMobile ? 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He is a licensed realtor with 20 years of experience in the <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/florida-real-estate-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Florida&nbsp;real estate market<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty holds <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/fl\/tampa\/profile\/real-estate\/flat-fee-mls-realty-0653-90334546\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BBB<\/a> accreditation and an A+ rating. According to their website, they have helped over 2,046 clients successfully list and sell their homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"how-it-works\"><strong>How Does Flat Fee MLS Realty Work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how you can sell your home with Flat Fee MLS Realty: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Choose a Plan:&nbsp;<\/strong>Select a plan range from Silver to the all-inclusive Platinum plan based on your selling needs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create an Account:<\/strong> To register with the company, complete the questionnaire with your details, such as name, contact number, etc. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the Payment:<\/strong> Purchase your desired plan via a credit card to finish the sign-up process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add Property Details<\/strong>: Add necessary data, such as the number of bedrooms, photos, <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/how-to-price-your-home-for-sale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">asking price<\/a>, etc., to your property listing. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stage Your Home for Sale:&nbsp;<\/strong>Prepare your home for showings. You can improve landscaping, clean the exteriors, and make repairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work With Buyers:&nbsp;<\/strong>After interviewing all potential buyers, you can schedule home viewings as desired. Negotiate with the buyer until you reach an agreement.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"flat-fee-mls-realty-coverage\"><strong>Where Does Flat Fee MLS Realty Operate?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty provides MLS listing services majorly in Florida. Their coverage is quite limited. As a result, you cannot sell with them from anywhere in the US. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"840px\" height=\"450px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/List-Now-Realty-Map-1024x572.png\" alt=\"Flat Fee MLS Realty Reviews Image \" class=\"wp-image-537742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/List-Now-Realty-Map-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/List-Now-Realty-Map-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/List-Now-Realty-Map-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/List-Now-Realty-Map-1536x858.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/List-Now-Realty-Map-2048x1144.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Houzeo, on the other hand, provides FFM services in 50 states + DC. 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Their plans allow home sellers a DIY (Do-It-Yourself) selling process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"Silver-Package-\u2013-$89\"><strong>1. Silver Package \u2013 $99&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_362915\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_0\" data-footable_id=\"362915\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Flat Fee MLS Realty Silver Package\"            id=\"footable_362915\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_905656061_362915\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_362915 ninja_table_unique_id_905656061_362915 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_what_we_like \">What We Like<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_what_we_dont_like \">What We Don't Like<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"13346\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_13346\">\n            <td>\u2705 MLS Listing<\/td><td>\u274c No Yard Sign or Lockbox <\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13347\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_13347\">\n            <td>\u2705 25 Photos on MLS <\/td><td>\u274c No Tool for Listing Management<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13351\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_13351\">\n            <td>\u2705 Unlimited Listing Updates & Changes<\/td><td>\u274c Expensive Add-on<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13359\" class=\"ninja_table_row_3 nt_row_id_13359\">\n            <td>\u2705 Open House Scheduling<\/td><td>\u274c Additional Fee at Closing<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"margin-top-15\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Our Take:<\/strong> This plan is best for experienced sellers who understand comparative market analysis and can sell quickly. They should also be able to arrange high-quality photography on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"Gold-Package-\u2013-$249\"><strong>2. Gold Package \u2013 $249<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_362933\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_1\" data-footable_id=\"362933\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Flat Fee MLS Realty Gold Package\"            id=\"footable_362933\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_150191884_362933\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_362933 ninja_table_unique_id_150191884_362933 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_what_we_like \">What We Like<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_what_we_dont_like \">What We Don't Like<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"13353\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_13353\">\n            <td>\u2705 50 Photos on MLS <\/td><td>\u274c Lack of Additional Services<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13354\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_13354\">\n            <td>\u2705 Comparative Market Analysis<\/td><td>\u274c No Platform to Track Listing or Compare Offers<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13355\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_13355\">\n            <td><\/td><td>\u274c No Yard Sign or Lockbox <\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Our Take:<\/strong> The Gold package offers all the services from the Silver package. You get some additional services like 50+ photo uploads, unlimited listing changes, and a 6-month MLS term. However, it still lacks essential services like professional photography and a lockbox. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"Platinum-Package-\u2013-$549\"><strong>3. Platinum Package \u2013 $549&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_362941\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_2\" data-footable_id=\"362941\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Flat Fee MLS Realty Platinum Package\"            id=\"footable_362941\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_2298578877_362941\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_362941 ninja_table_unique_id_2298578877_362941 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_what_we_like \">What We Like<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_what_we_dont_like \">What We Don't Like<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"13360\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_13360\">\n            <td>\u2705 Professional HD photos <\/td><td>\u274c  No Negotiations and Closing Assistance<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13361\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_13361\">\n            <td>\u2705 Aerial Drone Photos (Availability is dependent on your market) <\/td><td>\u274c Expensive Plan<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13362\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_13362\">\n            <td>\u2705 Lockbox <\/td><td>\u274c  No Contract Review<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"margin-top-15\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Our Take:<\/strong> This package isn\u2019t the best choice, as its price is higher than what other companies offer. For $249, Houzeo&#8217;s plan delivers a far more comprehensive experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"check-minus-content-list\" style=\"background-color: #dff0ff; padding:20px; margin-left:-5px;\">\n\ud83d\udea9 <b>Do you just pay the package cost?<\/b> All Flat Fee MLS Realty packages include a $375 coordination fee at closing if you use an external title company. However, this fee is waived if you choose their in-house service.<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"flat-fee-mls-realty-reviews\"><strong>Flat Fee MLS Realty Reviews<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty has an impressive 4.4 out of 5-star rating on&nbsp;<a   href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Flat+Fee+MLS+Realty\/@46.423669,-129.9427085,3z\/data=!4m12!1m2!2m1!1sflat+fee+mls+realty+reviews!3m8!1s0x88c2bf6261ae8ae9:0x7ac1919080f8bbeb!8m2!3d28.0959477!4d-82.504915!9m1!1b1!15sChtmbGF0IGZlZSBtbHMgcmVhbHR5IHJldmlld3MiAjgBWhUiE2ZsYXQgZmVlIG1scyByZWFsdHmSARJyZWFsX2VzdGF0ZV9hZ2VuY3ngAQA!16s%2Fg%2F11dfq871fz?entry=ttu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google<\/a>&nbsp;based on 99 reviews. Many positive reviews highlight Stephen Hachey\u2019s extensive knowledge and professionalism. Sellers praise him for helping them get the best possible deals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also came across some Flat Fee MLS Realty complaints on Google. These complaints describe inconsistent experiences with the company&#8217;s Title insurance and sales management technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>Positive Flat Fee MLS Realty Reviews<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Rick Stager saved $24,000 in commissions by selling through Flat Fee MLS Realty. They found a buyer in just one month after traditional agents failed for a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"testimonial_review_wrapper\" class=\"wp-block-houzeo-testimonial-block\"><div class=\"inner_wrapper\"><div class=\"reviewer_name__stars\"><div class=\"reviewer_name_col\"><span class=\"reviewer_name_text\">Rick Stager<\/span><span class=\"reviewer_location_text\">USA<\/span><span class=\"review_submit_date\">Submitted 2025<\/span><\/div><div class=\"review_stars\"><div class=\"rating\"><div class=\"only-stars-background\"><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/div><span class=\"outerbox-wrap dark-green\" style=\"width:100%;\"><i><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><p class=\"review_description\">After two major 6 percent real estate companies failed to sell my friend\u2019s house in a year, I listed it myself on Flat Fee MLS and sold her house within a month. Part of our success was because I was in control with Flat Fee MLS and able to emphasize the features that finally attracted buyers. The fact that we saved $24k in real estate commissions was secondary.<\/p><p class=\"review_description\"><\/p><p class=\"source_text\">Source: Google<\/p><\/div><span class=\"blue_border_tringle\"><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"margin-top-15\">\u2705 Joey Mackey had a positive experience with Flat Fee MLS Realty. They appreciated Stephen\u2019s professionalism and the company&#8217;s simple, hassle-free selling process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"testimonial_review_wrapper\" class=\"wp-block-houzeo-testimonial-block\"><div class=\"inner_wrapper\"><div class=\"reviewer_name__stars\"><div class=\"reviewer_name_col\"><span class=\"reviewer_name_text\">Joey Mackey<\/span><span class=\"reviewer_location_text\">USA<\/span><span class=\"review_submit_date\">Submitted 2024<\/span><\/div><div class=\"review_stars\"><div class=\"rating\"><div class=\"only-stars-background\"><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/div><span class=\"outerbox-wrap dark-green\" style=\"width:100%;\"><i><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><p class=\"review_description\">Mr. Hachey made the entire process easy to understand and he worked with my legal team as well to ensure everything was seamless throughout the process.  He was communicative and easy to get ahold of throughout the duration of the probate and was able to help me handle some of the last minute things that popped up that I was not experienced in when it comes to real estate.  I would highly recommend him for your real estate needs.<\/p><p class=\"review_description\"><\/p><p class=\"source_text\">Source: Google<\/p><\/div><span class=\"blue_border_tringle\"><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\"><strong>Negative Flat Fee MLS Realty Reviews<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u274c Jeff was not happy with Flat Fee MLS Realty services. They highlighted the loss of about $15k by using their in-house Title company Excel Title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"testimonial_review_wrapper\" class=\"wp-block-houzeo-testimonial-block\"><div class=\"inner_wrapper\"><div class=\"reviewer_name__stars\"><div class=\"reviewer_name_col\"><span class=\"reviewer_name_text\"><\/span><span class=\"reviewer_location_text\">USAJeff Jon<\/span><span class=\"review_submit_date\">Submitted 2023<\/span><\/div><div class=\"review_stars\"><div class=\"rating\"><div class=\"only-stars-background\"><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/div><span class=\"outerbox-wrap dark-green\" style=\"width:20%;\"><i><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><p class=\"review_description\"> I feel like this company Screwed me bad with their in house title company excel. Lost out by $15k by using them. Ran away my buyers claiming my title needed quiet title. Had to find out from buyers realtor instead of them contacting me and giving me options They do bare minimum and only look out for themselves. Screw your overpriced quiet title. Trying to make money off sellers instead they will make you lose money. 2nd and last time using them.<\/p><p class=\"review_description\"><\/p><p class=\"source_text\">Source: Google<\/p><\/div><span class=\"blue_border_tringle\"><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"margin-top-15\">\u274c Flat Fee MLS Realty asked Randy to use their title insurance company or they would charge. They also complained about Flat Fee MLS Realty collecting a fee from the buyer\u2019s agent commission and the seller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"testimonial_review_wrapper\" class=\"wp-block-houzeo-testimonial-block\"><div class=\"inner_wrapper\"><div class=\"reviewer_name__stars\"><div class=\"reviewer_name_col\"><span class=\"reviewer_name_text\">Randy Singer<\/span><span class=\"reviewer_location_text\">USA<\/span><span class=\"review_submit_date\">Submitted 2023<\/span><\/div><div class=\"review_stars\"><div class=\"rating\"><div class=\"only-stars-background\"><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/div><span class=\"outerbox-wrap dark-green\" style=\"width:20%;\"><i><label title=\"Excellent\" class=\"star star-1\"><\/label><label title=\"Great\" class=\"star star-2\"><\/label><label title=\"Average\" class=\"star star-3\"><\/label><label title=\"Poor\" class=\"star star-4\"><\/label><label title=\"Bad\" class=\"star star-5\"><\/label><\/i><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><p class=\"review_description\">I have sold many homes with MLS listing services&#8230;.With the additional fees that they charge would bring this MLS listing service and an additional $1,000&#8230;This Company says he is saving me $38,000 in commissions&#8230;But the other MLS listing companies do not charge the buyer and seller additional fees. By avoiding this company you will put a couple more thousands in your pocket and keep it out of his!!!<\/p><p class=\"review_description\"><\/p><p class=\"source_text\">Source: Google<\/p><\/div><span class=\"blue_border_tringle\"><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"Pros-and-cons\"><strong>Pros and Cons<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat-Fee MLS companies offer certain benefits over the traditional home-selling model. Similarly, Flat Fee MLS Realty makes it convenient for sellers to&nbsp;<a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-a-house-by-owner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sell homes on their own<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some major pros and cons of Flat Fee MLS Realty:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\"><strong>\u2705 <\/strong> <strong>Pros<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Affordable Packages:<\/strong>&nbsp;Flat Fee MLS Realty offers affordable packages starting at $99. These packages can be a good option if you are on a tight budget.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Good Customer Service:<\/strong>&nbsp;Sellers have rated customer service as prompt and efficient.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free Listing Changes:&nbsp;<\/strong>Flat Fee MLS Realty provides unlimited listing changes and updates free of cost in their Gold and Platinum packages. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"flat-fee-mls-realty-drawbacks\"><strong><strong>\u274c<\/strong><\/strong> <strong>Cons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In our research, we have found certain red flags with Flat Fee MLS Realty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Limited Coverage:<\/strong> Flat Fee MLS Realty primarily serves Florida. This means you may not be able to use their services if you&#8217;re selling in another state.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not for First-Time Sellers:<\/strong>&nbsp;Flat Fee MLS Realty may not be ideal for you if you are a first-time seller. You\u2019ll have to conduct tours and communicate with buyers on your own.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expensive Add-ons:&nbsp;<\/strong>For services like&nbsp;<a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">professional photography<\/a>, digital flyers, lockboxes, etc. you pay extra. This makes your selling costs double the package amount. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expensive Coordination Fees:<\/strong> Flat Fee MLS Realty offers title services through Excel Title. If you do not opt for this service, you pay a $375 fee at closing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"Competitors\"><strong>Flat Fee MLS Realty Competitors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u00bb Jump to:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a   href=\"#Flat-fee-mls-realty-vs-houzeo\">Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. Houzeo<\/a> | <a   href=\"#Flat-Fee-MLS-Realty-vs.-Flat-Fee-Group\">Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. Flat Fee Group<\/a> | <a   href=\"#Flat-Fee-MLS-Realty-vs.-List-With-Freedom\">Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. List With Freedom<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the top 3 alternatives to Flat Fee MLS Realty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"Flat-fee-mls-realty-vs-houzeo\"><strong>1. Comprehensiveness: Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. Houzeo&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty lets you avoid traditional agent fees, but their packages are limited. Services like professional photography, lock boxes, and comparative market analysis aren\u2019t included in one place. Furthermore, you can only sell in Florida with them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Houzeo<\/a> is a Flat-Fee MLS listing service that saves you from hefty agent fees while offering an all-inclusive package for a seamless home sale. With pricing analysis tools and advanced sales management technology, you can attract and manage the best offers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:28px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_363715\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_3\" data-footable_id=\"363715\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. Houzeo\"            id=\"footable_363715\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_3897394079_363715\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_363715 ninja_table_unique_id_3897394079_363715 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_2 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_# \"><\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_for_sale_by_owner_com \"><center>Flat Fee MLS Realty<\/center><\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_2 ninja_clmn_nm_houzeo \"><center>Houzeo<\/center><\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"13400\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_13400\">\n            <td><strong>Listing Fee<strong><\/td><td><center>$99 onwards<\/center><\/td><td><center>$199 onwards<\/center><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13401\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_13401\">\n            <td><strong>Customer Rating<strong><\/td><td><center><strong>4.4 stars<\/strong> (99 reviews)<\/center><\/td><td><center><strong>4.9 stars<\/strong> (10,000+ reviews)<\/center><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13402\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_13402\">\n            <td><strong>Coverage<strong><\/td><td><center>Florida<\/center><\/td><td><center>50 states + D.C.<\/center><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13404\" class=\"ninja_table_row_3 nt_row_id_13404\">\n            <td><strong>Comparative Market Analysis<strong><\/td><td><center>\u274c<\/center><\/td><td><center>\u2705<\/center><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13407\" class=\"ninja_table_row_4 nt_row_id_13407\">\n            <td><strong>Unlimited Listing Changes<\/strong><\/td><td><center>\u274c<\/center><\/td><td><center>\u2705<\/center><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13408\" class=\"ninja_table_row_5 nt_row_id_13408\">\n            <td><strong>Unlimited Open Houses<\/strong><\/td><td><center>\u274c<\/center><\/td><td><center>\u2705<\/center><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"13405\" class=\"ninja_table_row_6 nt_row_id_13405\">\n            <td><strong>Request Highest and Best Offer<strong><\/td><td><center>\u274c<\/center><\/td><td><center>\u2705<\/center><\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"Flat-Fee-MLS-Realty-vs.-Flat-Fee-Group\"><strong>2. Coverage: Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. Flat Fee Group&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty operates only in Florida. So, if you want to sell your home from anywhere else in the US. You might not be able to avail of their services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/flat-fee-group-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flat Fee Group<\/a>, on the other hand, operates on a much larger scale. They offer Flat Fee MLS services in all 50 states plus DC, ensuring nationwide coverage. So, no matter where you&#8217;re selling, you can access their services with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"Flat-Fee-MLS-Realty-vs.-List-With-Freedom\"><strong>3. Listing Term: Flat Fee MLS Realty vs. List With Freedom<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty is a budget-friendly choice for experienced home sellers in Florida. However, for first-time sellers with little to no experience, costs can add up quickly. Plus, their $99 package only includes a 3-month listing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/list-with-freedom-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">List With Freedom<\/a> offers 6-month listings from $89, making it better than Flat Fee MLS Realty. However, like them, it excludes essentials like yard signs and lockboxes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\"><strong>Other Options You Should Consider<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sell For Sale By Owner:<\/strong>&nbsp;For Sale By Owner websites&nbsp;help you list and <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-a-house-by-owner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sell a house yourself<\/a>, saving thousands in agent commissions. Hence, selling FSBO allows you to retain 100% of your home&#8217;s <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/what-is-fair-market-value-and-how-to-find-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fair Market Value<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sell Through a Realtor:<\/strong>&nbsp;Traditional Realtors&nbsp;list your property on the <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/what-is-mls-in-real-estate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MLS<\/a> and help you at every step of home selling. However, you have to pay them 3% of the home\u2019s sale price for this convenience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sell Through Discount Realtors:<\/strong> <a   href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/discount-real-estate-brokers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discount real estate brokers<\/a>&nbsp;reduce their commissions to offer affordable services. Their commission varies between 0.5% and 2%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"flat-fee-mls-realty-conclusion\"><strong>Should You List Your Home With Flat Fee MLS Realty?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can sell your home with Flat Fee MLS Realty. Their Silver package is a solid choice for experienced sellers. It helps you skip the 3% agent commission, saving thousands while keeping control of your sale. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, they have a few&nbsp;<a   href=\"#flat-fee-mls-realty-drawbacks\">drawbacks<\/a>. The company provides MLS listing services with several additional costs. Furthermore, Flat Fee MLS Realty&#8217;s technology may not have all the features required for your FSBO journey.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a comprehensive home sale, you can consider Houzeo. Their packages take care of all your selling needs. Additionally, Houzeo\u2019s 5-star customer support helps you at every step to achieve a smooth sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"margin-top-15\"><strong>\u00bb&nbsp;<\/strong><a   href=\"https:\/\/www.realestatequeen.com\/houzeo-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Houzeo Reviews<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong>&nbsp;Check out why more than 10,000+ home sellers have rated Houzeo 4.9 stars out of 5 on Google Reviews and Trustpilot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"FAQ\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-wrap wp-faq-schema-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"ui-accordion-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t1. Is Flat Fee MLS Realty legit?\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ui-accordion-header-icon ui-icon ui-icon-triangle-1-s\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ui-accordion-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, Flat Fee MLS Realty is a legit flat fee mls listing founded by realtor Stephen Hachey. It offers an MLS listing service for a flat fee to homeowners in Florida. Learn more about them <a href=\"#is-flat-fee-mls-realty-legit\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"ui-accordion-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t2. What are some Flat Fee MLS Realty competitors?\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ui-accordion-header-icon ui-icon ui-icon-triangle-1-s\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ui-accordion-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Flat Fee MLS Realty's main competitors are Houzeo, Flat Fee Group, and List With Freedom. Houzeo stands out with more comprehensive packages. Whereas, Flat Fee Group and List With Freedom compete with the company based on coverage and listing term respectively. Learn more <a href=\"#Competitors\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"ui-accordion-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t3. Do I need to compulsorily pay for title insurance with Flat Fee MLS Realty?\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ui-accordion-header-icon ui-icon ui-icon-triangle-1-s\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ui-accordion-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>No, it is not mandatory to spend $375 for title insurance. If you use their in house service,: Title Excel , this fee gets waved off. Know about their Flat Fee MLS Realty's packages <a href=\"#what-flat-fee-mls-realty-offers\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"new-excerpt\"><p class=\"small-desc\">Stephen Hachey's Flat Fee MLS Realty offers MLS listing packages with no a-la-carte services. 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