Minnesota Flat Fee MLS FAQs

We offer three packages:
Silver Package – $199: 3 months on Northstar MLS, 12 photos, all required disclosures and forms included.
Gold Package – $299: 6 months on Northstar MLS, 25 photos, maximum syndication to all major real estate sites.
Platinum Package – $349: Everything in Gold PLUS ShowingTime automated scheduling, buyer agent feedback collection.

That’s it. No hidden fees. No charges at closing. Just one upfront payment.

With a traditional agent, you pay 2.5-3% of your sale price (often $7,500-$15,000+) for them to list your home on the MLS and handle showings and negotiations. The reality is, most listing agents simply put your home on the MLS and wait for buyer’s agents to bring offers – you can do that same part yourself. With our service, you get the same MLS exposure for a flat fee, you handle showings and negotiations yourself, and you save thousands. You’re still in full control, and you can always choose to offer compensation to buyer’s agents if you want more showings.

Your listing includes: full entry on Northstar MLS with all your property details and photos; automatic syndication to Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, Redfin, Homes.com, and hundreds of other real estate websites; all Minnesota state-required disclosure forms; unlimited listing changes (price adjustments, photo updates, description edits); and listing support throughout your entire listing period. You also retain the right to sell your home yourself if you find a buyer directly – no commission owed to anyone.

Yes, absolutely. Every real estate agent in Minnesota searches the Northstar MLS to find homes for their buyers. Your listing appears the same as any traditional listing – there’s no flag or indicator that you’re using a flat fee service. Agents and buyers see a professional listing with all the standard features. If you choose to offer buyer agent compensation, you’ll typically get just as many showings as any traditionally-listed home.

With our Silver and Gold packages, buyer’s agents will call or email you directly to schedule showings – your contact information is in the MLS agent remarks. With our Platinum package, we set up ShowingTime, which allows agents to book showings automatically through an app. You get instant notifications on your phone, can approve or decline showing requests, and the whole process is automated. It’s incredibly convenient and the same system that many traditional agents use.

In Minnesota, you’ll work with a title company or closing attorney to handle the closing process once you accept an offer. The title company ensures the property title is clear, handles escrow, prepares closing documents, and facilitates the final transaction. This is standard for all home sales, whether you use a traditional agent or sell yourself. The buyer’s agent or lender typically coordinates with the title company, so you don’t need to arrange this yourself. If you have questions about choosing a title company, we’re happy to provide guidance.

While we don’t provide formal appraisals, we can offer general guidance on pricing strategies based on local market conditions. The best approach is to research recent comparable sales in your area using sites like Zillow, Redfin, or Realtor.com. Look at homes similar to yours that have sold recently in your neighborhood. You can also consider getting a pre-listing appraisal from a licensed appraiser if you want a professional opinion. We’re here to discuss your pricing strategy and help you make an informed decision.

We provide all the Minnesota state-required disclosure forms when you sign up. For the purchase agreement and negotiation paperwork, the buyer’s agent typically prepares most documents since they’re representing the buyer. With our Platinum package, we review offers with you and explain all terms before you sign anything. If you need additional legal advice, we recommend consulting a real estate attorney. Many sellers successfully navigate the paperwork themselves, especially with buyer’s agents handling much of the documentation work.

Yes, you can cancel anytime with no penalty. If you need to take your home off the market for any reason – you changed your mind, found a buyer yourself, or circumstances changed – just let us know, and we’ll remove your listing immediately. There are no cancellation fees. Ever.

You have a few options: you can relist for another term, extend your current listing, adjust your price and marketing strategy, or take a break and relist later. If you choose to relist, we’re happy to discuss what might help your home sell – whether that’s pricing adjustments, better photos, or different marketing approaches. There’s no obligation to relist if you decide not to proceed.

Call us anytime at 612-564-3263 during business hours. We actually answer the phone – that’s our promise to you. You can also email us here. We respond quickly to questions and are here to support you throughout your entire listing period. Whether you need help with a showing, have questions about an offer, or just want advice, we’re here.

Yes, we serve all 87 Minnesota counties. Whether you’re in the Twin Cities metro area (Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka, Washington, Carver, Scott counties), Greater Minnesota (Olmsted, St. Louis, Stearns), or anywhere in between, we can list your home on the appropriate local MLS. We’re Minnesota specialists – we understand the Northstar MLS system and Minnesota real estate requirements.

Absolutely, 100% legal. We’re a fully licensed Minnesota real estate broker. Flat fee MLS services have been operating successfully in Minnesota for years. There’s no legal requirement to pay a percentage-based commission – that’s just the traditional model. We’re simply offering an alternative that saves Minnesota homeowners thousands of dollars.

Minnesota’s real estate market is highly seasonal. Spring (March-May) and early summer (June) are typically the hottest selling seasons, with the most buyers actively searching and the most competition among buyers. Homes listed in spring often sell faster and for higher prices. Winter (December-February) is the slowest season – fewer buyers are house hunting in Minnesota’s cold weather. If possible, aim to list in early spring to catch the peak buying season. That said, if you need to sell now, we can help you any time of year.

That’s a valid concern, and honestly, selling FSBO isn’t for everyone. If you’re not comfortable handling showings, negotiations, or paperwork, a traditional agent might be worth the cost for you. However, we’d encourage you to consider our Platinum package ($349), which includes showing automation. Many sellers who were initially nervous found that with a little guidance, they could successfully manage the sale themselves – and save $10,000-$20,000+ in the process. We’re here to support you throughout, so you’re never completely on your own.

No, your listing looks identical to any other listing. Agents and buyers browsing the Northstar MLS, Realtor.com, Zillow, or any other site will see your home with all the same features as a traditionally-listed property. No flag says “flat fee” or “FSBO.” The only difference is what you paid to get listed – not what potential buyers see. Your listing will have professional photos, complete property details, and all the exposure of any other home on the market.

We’ve successfully helped hundreds of Minnesota families save thousands of dollars by selling their homes through our flat fee MLS service. Many of our clients are repeat customers who’ve used us multiple times, and many come from referrals by satisfied sellers. Check out our reviews to see what real Minnesota homeowners have to say about their experience with us. We’ve been serving Minnesota for [19 years], and we’re proud of the savings we’ve delivered to families across the state.

There’s no catch. The “catch” (if you can call it that) is that you handle showings and negotiations yourself instead of paying someone 3% of your home’s value to do it for you. Most listing agents simply put your home on the MLS and wait for buyer’s agents to bring offers – you can do that same part yourself and save thousands. We provide the MLS exposure, you do the legwork, and you keep the savings. It’s straightforward, honest, and transparent. What you see is what you get.