"FREE" MLS EXPOSURE FOR SALE BY OWNER?

[Asher Carr]

So I was speaking to a partner about a home we're trying to sell and he wants to get exposure on the MLS without the cost of an agent. The reason he hasn't involved an agent because the purchase price is not far from what is owned on the home so there's not much room to tag on a commission. He suggested looking for a free site or flat fee site to get the exposure. I've been looking for a while and no luck. Does anyone have any suggestions on this? Thanks.

[Jonathan Minerick]

@Jonathan Bowen Yes, but if the listing agent is providing the MLS forms to the seller, the responsibility for providing the correct information for a "entry only" listing falls on the seller.

If the seller decides to not provide complete info or use their 0 megapixel instant camera for the photos, that is on them. Smart sellers provide complete information (they almost always know more about the house than an agent) and they get professional photography.

Also, in all fairness some of the listings that are done by real estate agents can be downright awful. I know you've seen them as well. The professional agents do a great job, but it's shocking that some listing agents are getting paid for some of the work we've all seen. http://terriblerealestateagentphotos.com/