Sell Your Long Island Home for 41% More with Professional Help at Just 1% Commission
Stop leaving money on the table. Data shows agent-assisted homes sell for significantly more, even after commissions. Brought to you by the Tom Brady Team at Vintage American Realty.
The Price Difference Is Staggering
$318K
Agent-Assisted
Median sale price with professional representation
$225K
FSBO Sales
Median sale price when selling on your own
$93K
Price Advantage
The typical difference before commission
$89,820
Net Benefit
How much more in your pocket after 1% commission
Even after paying just 1% commission ($3,180 on the median price), you're still walking away with nearly $90,000 more in your pocket compared to selling on your own. The numbers don't lie - professional representation delivers substantial financial benefits to Long Island homeowners.
Sell Your Home Faster, Save on Carrying Costs
FSBO Time on Market
When selling on your own, expect your home to sit on the market for about 68 days on average. That's over two months of mortgage payments, property taxes, utilities, and maintenance costs coming out of your pocket.
Agent-Assisted Time on Market
With professional representation, Long Island homes typically sell 19 days faster. At an average monthly carrying cost exceeding $3,000 for Long Island properties, this quicker sale saves you approximately $1,900-$2,850.
The Hidden Cost of Waiting
Every extra day your home sits unsold represents real money lost. Between mortgage payments, property taxes, utilities, and maintenance, Long Island homeowners often spend over $100 daily on a vacant property.
Get 400% More Exposure To Qualified Buyers
MLS Access
Your home gets listed in the Multiple Listing Service database, the primary source real estate professionals use to find homes for their buyers.
100+ Websites
Agent listings automatically syndicate to Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, and dozens of other high-traffic real estate sites.
Agent Network
Access to thousands of buyer's agents actively searching for properties for their qualified clients.
More Showings
Agent-listed homes receive an average of 16 showings before sale versus just 4 for FSBO properties.
Most FSBO Attempts End Up Hiring an Agent Anyway
Successful FSBO Sales
Only 11% complete without agent help
Failed FSBO Attempts
89% eventually list with an agent
Time and Money Wasted
Market time lost and property value diminished
The truth is that selling a home is complicated, especially in Long Island's competitive and highly regulated market. Most homeowners who start the FSBO process discover the challenges outweigh the potential commission savings. Why waste valuable time and potentially lose momentum in the market when you could start with professional representation at just 1%?
Long Island's Unique Market Challenges
High-Value Transactions
With average home values of $615,000 in Nassau County and $525,000 in Suffolk County, the financial stakes are significant. Higher value homes typically benefit even more from professional representation.
Complex Regulations
Long Island's zoning laws, historic district requirements, and waterfront property regulations create compliance challenges that professionals navigate daily.
Sophisticated Buyers
76% of Long Island buyers work with agents who know the market intimately. They expect professional transactions and often avoid FSBO properties entirely.
Disclosure Requirements
New York State has specific property disclosure requirements. Missing a required disclosure can lead to legal liability long after the sale closes.
The Full-Service Advantage at Just 1%
Professional Photography
High-quality images that showcase your home's best features, essential for today's online-first buyers.
Strategic Pricing Analysis
Comprehensive market analysis to determine the optimal listing price for maximum return.
Expert Negotiation
Professional representation during offer negotiations to secure the best possible terms.
Contract to Closing Management
Complete transaction coordination from accepted offer through successful closing.
Compare Your Options and the Financial Impact
Selling Approach | Median Sale Price | Commission Cost | Net Proceeds | Days on Market | |
For Sale By Owner | $225,000 | $0 | $225,000 | 68 days | |
Traditional Agent (6%) | $318,000 | $19,080 | $298,920 | 49 days | |
1% Commission Agent | $318,000 | $3,180 | $314,820 | 49 days |
Maximum Value
Highest net proceeds with professional service
Time Efficiency
Faster sale with less hassle
Reduced Risk
Lower liability and higher close rate
The Transaction Success Rate Difference
When you receive an offer on your home, that's only the beginning. Getting from accepted offer to successful closing involves navigating inspections, appraisals, mortgage approvals, title issues, and more. Agent-listed properties have a 97% success rate of closing once under contract, compared to just 73% for FSBO transactions. That's a 24% higher likelihood your sale will actually complete with professional assistance.
Ready to Maximize Your Long Island Home Sale?
What areas of Long Island do you serve?
I provide full-service real estate representation at just 1% commission throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, including the Gold Coast, South Shore, North Shore, and the Hamptons. Every neighborhood has its unique characteristics, and I'm familiar with the nuances of each Long Island market.
How are you able to offer just 1% commission?
By leveraging technology and efficient systems, I've streamlined the selling process while maintaining all the essential services that get homes sold for top dollar. My business model focuses on volume rather than high commission rates, allowing me to serve more Long Island homeowners while delivering exceptional results.
Do I still need to pay a buyer's agent commission?
Typically, yes. To ensure maximum exposure to buyers, offering a competitive buyer's agent commission (usually 2-3%) is recommended. However, this is always your choice, and we can discuss strategies that work best for your situation during our consultation. If I bring the buyer I still only charge 1%.
What makes you different from discount brokers?
Unlike many discount brokers who reduce services along with commissions, I provide full-service representation including professional photography, comprehensive marketing, in-person showings, skilled negotiation, and complete transaction management. You get everything a traditional agent offers, just at a significantly lower commission rate.