Selling without a listing agent doesn’t mean selling without the right paperwork. As a licensed Florida brokerage, Flat Fee MLS Realty provides the standard Florida FAR/BAR contracts, addendums and disclosures you need to sell legally and confidently.
Paperwork we provide
- Florida FAR/BAR purchase contracts
- Addendums for common situations
- Required seller disclosure forms
- A dedicated transaction coordination team on the Platinum plan
Our owner and broker, Stephen Hachey, is also a Florida-licensed real estate attorney with more than 20 years of experience in real estate law, so you can rely on our forms and our team when questions come up.
How to Go From Offer to Contract
Here is how a typical offer becomes a signed contract when you sell with us.
1. Receive offers
Buyers and buyer's agents send offers directly to you. Platinum sellers can receive full offers online.
2. Review the terms
Compare price, financing, contingencies and closing dates. You are never required to accept an offer.
3. Negotiate
Counter directly with the buyer or their agent until you agree on price and terms.
4. Sign the contract and disclosures
Use the Florida FAR/BAR contract, addendums and disclosures we provide, then send the contract to your title company or attorney.
Contracts & Disclosures FAQ
Does your broker hold the earnest money?
No. Our broker will be happy to refer you to a third-party escrow officer at a title company or an attorney.
Do I have to pay a commission to an agent that brings a buyer?
You are not required to offer a commission, but we highly recommend it. A buyer’s agent commission is the amount you are willing to pay a real estate agent who brings you a willing and able buyer. In our opinion the amount should be competitive, typically between 2% and 3% of the selling price. The more you offer, the more enticed a buyer’s agent will be to bring a buyer to your home.
What if I change my mind and decide to use an agent?
Selling a home takes time and patience. All appointments, negotiations and offers will be directly with you. We provide all the real estate resources you need from listing to closing, and if at any time you want the help of an agent, we can help with that too.