FULL SERVICE 1% COMMISSION REALTORS® • CHICAGO & SUBURBS

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Not 3% Commission.
Not Doing It All Yourself.
SPOT: The Third Option.

Imagine keeping $10,000 more from your sale without sacrificing professional service or drowning in paperwork. That's The Third Option—where you finally get the full-service support you deserve at a price that protects your equity, not your broker's overhead.

Call: 847-780-SPOT (7768)

See how The Third Option delivers more for less

Discover The Third Option

Your Home Value:

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$500,000

$100K $2M

Traditional (3% + $595) $15,595

SPOT (1% + $695) $5,695

You Save $9,900

Average Client Savings

$10,000

The Third Option Explained

Traditional brokerages charge 3%+. Flat-fee services leave you on your own. SPOT gives you full service at 1%.

Traditional

3-4.5%

+ $595 transaction fee

Full-service brokerages with high overhead costs passed to you

Professional photography
MLS listing & syndication
Expert negotiation
Closing coordination
Paying for marble lobbies
Paying for billboards
Paying for luxury offices

SPOT

+ $695 plan fee

Full-service without the overhead—technology replaces expensive offices

Professional photography
MLS listing & syndication
Expert negotiation
Closing coordination
No overhead markup
Licensed IL brokers
Avg. $10K savings

Flat-Fee

$395

One-time fee only

DIY services—you handle showings, negotiations, and paperwork yourself

MLS listing only
No photography
No showing coordination
No negotiation support
No closing help
You do all the work
High risk of mistakes

Here's Where Traditional Brokerages Spend YOUR Equity:

✗ $500,000+ in office rent for marble lobbies and corner offices you'll never visit

✗ Dozens of support staff handling paperwork that technology does faster and better

✗ Legacy systems from the 1990s that require expensive manual processes to maintain

That's why SPOT costs less—no overhead markup means more money in your pocket. Hear directly from our founder about how we built The Third Option to protect your equity:

EQUITY PROTECTION™: The SPOT Difference

Here's what Equity Protection™ means: You get every service traditional 3% brokerages provide—professional photography, expert negotiation, full MLS marketing—but without paying for their expensive offices, bloated staff, or outdated systems. Same service. Smarter business model. Your equity stays protected.

Protected from "Discount" Service Cuts

Full-service marketing, photography, negotiation, and closing support. We don't cut corners—we cut overhead instead. Flat fee MLS Chicago services might seem attractive at $395, but without professional photos, expert negotiation, or showing coordination, most sellers leave thousands on the table.

Protected from Brokerage Overhead Waste

No marble lobbies. No expensive offices. Technology and lean operations mean 2% more of your equity stays with you, not your agent's landlord.

Protected from Hidden Closing Surprises

Transparent pricing from day one. No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch tactics, no last-minute surprises at closing.

That's The Third Option: full-service protection without the traditional markup or flat-fee risks. Your equity stays where it belongs—with you.

Before You Choose Any Agent

Get the Insider Strategies That Save Sellers Thousands

The same proven methods we use to help Chicago-area homeowners sell for more while paying less in commission. From pricing secrets to pro-level marketing tactics.

✓ The 3% Commission Myth - Why traditional agents charge triple what the work actually costs

✓ Flat-Fee Broker Pitfalls - The hidden costs and service gaps they don't tell you about

✓ SPOT's Advantage - How we deliver premium service at fair prices (without cutting corners)

✓ 3 Critical Success Factors - What actually determines how fast and profitably your home sells

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What Our Clients Say

Real reviews from real Chicago-area home sellers

I want to express my gratitude for your help in selling my home in Gurnee. After attempting to sell it myself on a large national portal without success, I felt overwhelmed by the numerous tasks involved in this life-changing process. My primary concerns were ensuring a timely sale, achieving an above-average sales price, and avoiding the high commissions typically charged by brokers.

Your effective approach addressed all of my concerns. Since I was working out of town, I had some responsibilities that I couldn't manage, but you stepped in without hesitation, and for that, I am truly grateful.

I look forward to working with you again on my next real estate transaction and wouldn't consider using any other broker. I believe Spot Reality offers a fantastic program that all future buyers and sellers should consider.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kent F.

Gurnee, Illinois

Frequently Asked Questions

Get the answers you need to make an informed decision about your home sale

How much will I save compared to traditional brokerages?

Most traditional Chicago brokerages charge 3%-4.5% to sell your home. SPOT's 1% commission means on a $350,000 home you'll save $7,000-$12,250. That's real money back in your pocket.

Do I still get full-service at 1% commission?

Absolutely! We deliver professional photography, MLS listing, staging guidance, pricing strategy, negotiation, and closing support. Our ability to charge lower commission comes from technology efficiencies and no expensive offices - not reduced service.

Will my home be listed on Zillow, Realtor.com, and the MLS?

Yes! We list your property on MRED (Chicago MLS) and syndicate to all major sites including Zillow, Redfin, Realtor.com, Trulia, and about 150+ other sites for maximum exposure.

What's the difference between SPOT and flat-fee MLS services?

Flat-fee services ($395-$500) just list your home on MLS—you handle showings, negotiations, contracts, and closing yourself. SPOT provides full-service representation: we coordinate showings, negotiate offers, manage inspections, and guide you through closing. You get professional service without the 3% price tag.

Can I upgrade my plan if I need more help?

Definitely! Sometimes you start thinking you can handle everything, then realize the work involved. Just let us know and we'll upgrade you to the plan that fits your needs - all still at 1% commission.

How can SPOT offer such low commission rates?

We leverage technology and a distributed workforce instead of expensive offices and large staff. These efficiencies let us pass savings to you while maintaining full-service quality. It's about working smarter, not cutting corners.