Use the same costs on both sides
This illustration compares listing fees only. It does not compare total commissions or total selling costs, and the selected percentage is an example rather than a required or standard rate.
When is the flat fee lower?
The fees are equal at $499,500 for 1%, $249,750 for 2%, and $166,500 for 3%. Above the threshold for the selected percentage, the flat listing fee is lower; below it, the flat fee is higher. A negative difference means the flat fee is higher than the hypothetical percentage fee.
To estimate your overall proceeds, also review closing expenses, loan payoff and other seller costs.