Flat Fee Real Estate
Overall rating
| Customer score |
4.8 |
|---|---|
| Pricing |
4.9 |
| Services |
4.3 |
| Track record |
4.3 |
Flat Fee Real Estate is a regional discount real estate broker that’s active in Brattleboro, Bennington, and Burlington, VT. It's based in Burlington, Vermont and has been in business for at least 11 years.
Highlights
- Solid 4.4 average rating across 57 reviews.
- Great value for higher-priced homes (starting above ~$600,000).
- Fee is 37% lower than average among similar companies.
- Saves ~$9,355 on average compared to a traditional agent in same markets.
- Fee includes most expected services and support.
Where Flat Fee Real Estate is available in Vermont
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Overall rating for Flat Fee Real Estate
Our expert take:
We strongly recommend considering Flat Fee Real Estate if you're looking for a full-service support discount real estate brokerage. It received excellent scores for customer satisfaction and pricing & savings.
CUSTOMER SCORE Flat Fee Real Estate's Customer Score is 4.8 out of 5.0 (Very good), which is in the bottom 50% nationwide. OVERALL RATING Lifetime average rating is 4.4, based on 57 reviews. 57 total reviews is a decent sample size (our minimum reliability threshold is 20), suggesting the 4.4 average rating is a reliable service quality indicator. RECENCY We consider this review data very fresh. 1 review (2% of all reviews) was posted in the past 6 months. The median review age is well below our "freshness" threshold of 12 months. COMPLAINTS No major concerns. A small share of complaints have been reported, but no consistent issues are evident. TREND Flat Fee Real Estate averaged 5 in the past 6 months, but across only 1 review — too few to reliably assess trends. INTERPRETATION Decent historical evidence of very good customer experiences and outcomes, but limited data in the past 6 months makes it difficult to assess current service quality.
Flat Fee Real Estate has a 4.9 pricing and fees score. This reflects an exceptionally competitive price point and potential savings compared to similar discount brands.
| Fee type | Flat fee at closing |
| Flat fee at closing | $3,500 |
| Sell and buy savings | None identified |
| Buyer rebate | None identified |
| Transaction coordination fee | None |
Flat Fee Real Estate has a 4.3 services and support score, which is solid relative to similar discount brokerages. It provides most of what we expect from a full-service brokerage — including a dedicated agent, in-person representation, MLS syndication, and pricing assistance. It also includes social media advertising, a non-standard service.
| Dedicated agent | |
| In-person representation | |
| MLS listing & syndication | |
| CMA & pricing strategy | |
| Professional photography | |
| Offers & negotiating assistance | |
| Paperwork & contract support | |
| Closing support | |
| House showing coordination | |
| Yard sign | |
| Lockbox for door | |
| Digital marketing | |
| Social media advertising | |
| Virtual tours | |
| Drone photography | |
| Digital floorplans | |
| Staging assistance | |
| Print marketing | |
| Open house hosting | |
| Buyer showing attendance |
Flat Fee Real Estate has a strong 4.3 track record score. We were able to verify activity dating back at least 11 years, which is about 3 years longer than the typical discount real estate broker. Flat Fee Real Estate has had somewhat inconsistent new monthly activity over its lifespan. This may be due to missing data or indicate a smaller or less active operation, but it’s likely a stable and legitimate business.
Flat Fee Real Estate vs. similar discount real estate brokerages
Customer reviews for Flat Fee Real Estate
Rating summary
| Rating | Total reviews | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 4.4 | 57 |
| 4.3 | 38 | |
| Zillow | 5.0 | 16 |
| Yelp | 2.3 | 3 |
Rating breakdown
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Methodology
Clever reviews and rates discount real estate brokers across the U.S. based on four key factors: customer experience, pricing, services, and track record.
Each company’s score reflects a combination of quantitative data (like review trends and pricing structure) and verified service information. We independently assess how well a company delivers value, support, and savings compared to other full-service brokerages in the same market.
Our scoring model weights each factor based on its importance:
- Customer Experience (35%) — Do past clients recommend the company? Are recent reviews positive and consistent?
- Pricing & Fees (30%) — How much does the service cost relative to other brokers? Are there rebates or discounts?
- Services & Support (20%) — Does the company offer the same level of service as a traditional agent? Any extras?
- Track Record (15%) — How long has the company been active, and how steady is their review activity over time?
We regularly update our data and rankings to reflect the most recent information, helping you find the best mix of support and savings for your needs.