Seller Commission Savings Calculator
See what a traditional 2.5–3% listing commission costs on your home versus KAT Realty's full-service flat fee of $5,999. Same MLS exposure, professional photos, showings, negotiation and closing coordination — priced flat instead of as a percentage.
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How do discount brokers compare?
How much is realtor commission in Texas?
There is no set commission in Texas — every fee is negotiable. Most listing agents still ask for 2.5–3% of the sale price, and sellers commonly offer another 2–3% to the buyer's agent. On a $450,000 home that's $11,250–$13,500 on the listing side alone. Since the 2024 industry settlement, the buyer-agent fee is negotiated separately and can be zero, which is why this calculator keeps it identical in both columns and compares only the listing side.
What the $5,999 flat fee includes
KAT Realty's seller service is full-service: MLS listing with syndication to Zillow, Realtor.com and Redfin, professional photography, pricing analysis, showing coordination, offer negotiation, contract-to-close management and closing coordination — one licensed agent from start to finish. It is not a flat-fee MLS entry-only service; those typically cost $99–$399 and leave you to handle everything else.
When a flat fee wins — and when it doesn't
A flat $5,999 beats a 1.5% broker above roughly $400,000 and a 1% broker above about $600,000. Below those prices a percentage discount broker can be cheaper on paper, so ask what's actually included at that rate. Above them, the gap grows with every dollar of price: on a $900,000 home the difference versus 3% is over $21,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average realtor commission in Texas in 2026?
Roughly 5–6% total when both sides are paid, split between listing and buyer agents. Commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.
Does a flat fee mean less service?
Not with KAT Realty. The $5,999 fee covers the same listing services as a traditional 3% agent — MLS, photos, showings, negotiation and closing coordination.
Do I still have to pay the buyer's agent?
Only if you choose to offer a buyer-agent fee. It's optional and negotiated separately; most Texas sellers still offer 2–3% to attract buyers, and this calculator models it the same in both scenarios.
Is the $5,999 paid up front?
The listing fee is paid at closing from your proceeds, like a traditional commission. Contact us for current terms.
Can I use this for a home outside Austin?
Yes. KAT Realty lists homes across Texas, including Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio.
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