Tampa Seller FAQ
Questions Tampa Sellers Ask Before Choosing a Listing Plan
Clear answers for sellers comparing 1% listing help, flat fee MLS, buyer-agent compensation, and online listing support.
Do you help sellers across the Tampa Bay area?
Yes. Eaton Real Estate Company helps sellers in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, South Tampa, Downtown Tampa, and surrounding Tampa Bay markets.
What is the difference between the 1% plan and the $499 FSBO Plus plan?
The 1% plan includes full-service listing representation with broker support, showing coordination, offer help, negotiation support, and contract-to-close guidance. The $499 FSBO Plus plan is limited service for sellers who want MLS exposure and plan to manage calls, showings, offers, contracts, and title coordination themselves.
Is the 1% listing fee paid upfront?
No. The 1% full-service listing-side fee is due at closing only if the property sells. The $499 FSBO Plus fee is due after the listing is live in the MLS and the seller has reviewed it. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
Can the listing process be handled online and by phone?
Yes. Most of the listing process can be handled online and by phone, including property details, photos, paperwork, pricing conversations, and listing preparation.
Who chooses the buyer-agent compensation?
The seller chooses whether to offer buyer-agent compensation and what amount to offer. Buyer-agent compensation, if offered, is separate from the 1% listing-side fee.
Is the $499 FSBO Plus plan full-service representation?
No. FSBO Plus is seller-managed, with maximum MLS photos, unlimited reasonable changes, phone/email support and sales-document resources. It excludes CMA/pricing guidance, negotiation and contract-to-close management. For representation, choose 1% Full Service.