How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in Central Florida?

The biggest question sellers ask before they call is almost always the same: how much of my home's value will I actually end up with? In Central Florida, the answer depends on four main costs, and knowing them in advance is how you protect your equity.

The main costs of selling

• Listing commission: traditionally 2.5% to 3%, but with a 1% Listing Program the listing fee is just 1%.
• Buyer's agent commission: typically offered by the seller and negotiable, and part of any smart strategy.
• Seller closing costs: title insurance, transfer and recording fees, and prorated taxes, usually around 1% to 2%.
• Concessions and prep: repairs, credits, inspections, and small staging or touch-up work.

Add those up and many sellers give up 8% to 10% of their sale price before they see a dime. That is the number Kelly focuses on, because it is the number you actually keep.

What a 1% program changes

On a $400,000 sale, cutting the listing fee from 3% to 1% puts $8,000 more in your pocket before you negotiate anything else. On a $600,000 sale, that difference is $12,000. Every point you do not pay in commission is equity you keep.

Get the honest math before you list

Rather than guess, ask for a written breakdown of what selling your specific home will cost. A good agent shows you the full picture, including realistic pricing, expected marketing expenses, and what you should net.