- 9841 Washingtonian Blvd #200 Gaithersburg, MD 20878
REC Home Listing Access · Seller Program
Get Your Maryland Home on the MLS for $595 + 0.5% at Closing
Sell it yourself, but not by yourself.
A defined plan for the price, the presentation and the exposure. You get a broker-guided pricing visit, professional photos and a floorplan, MLS access, ShowingTime scheduling, a lockbox and a REC yard sign, while you take an active role in the sale.
$595When you sign
+ 0.5%Of sale price at closing
No minimum on the 0.5%. No other required fees from REC. If your home does not sell, nothing is owed at closing; the $595 signing fee still applies. A sale price or outcome is not guaranteed.
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The program
Your sale. A defined plan.
Listing Access gets your property online with the tools and guidance to market it correctly. It is built around three things that decide how a sale goes.
1
The price
An onsite visit, written recommendations, an updated Vestimate™ and a comparable market analysis.
2
The presentation
Professional photos and a floorplan, supported by practical recommendations for your home.
3
The exposure
MLS access, website syndication, ShowingTime scheduling, a combination lockbox and a REC yard sign.
Your launch plan
From sign-up to live listing in four steps
1
Sign and start
Sign the listing agreement and pay the $595 fee.
2
Visit and value
REC visits the home, updates the Vestimate™ and gives you written recommendations.
3
Prepare and connect
Arrange professional photos and a floorplan. We install the lockbox, activate ShowingTime and put up the REC sign.
4
Go live
Your home is listed on the MLS at the updated Vestimate™ price and syndicated to the major home-search websites.
Launch follows completion of the required preparation. Sign placement is subject to local ordinances and HOA rules.
01 · The price
Begin with recent sales.
A defined pricing process is central to Listing Access. The price is informed by recent sales, not by what sounds good at the kitchen table.
Recent salesComparable market analysis
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Your propertyOnsite visit and updated Vestimate™
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The listingLaunch at the updated Vestimate™ price
One clear condition. We list at the price in our updated Vestimate™. Owners who want to set their own listing price will be better served by a different program.
02 · The presentation
Make the first impression count.
Professional photos and a professional floorplan are required. REC provides written recommendations after the onsite visit and introduces you to our approved photo and floorplan vendor.
≈ $200–$300 · paid directly to the vendor
Included at no additional charge: REC yard sign, combination lockbox, listing forms.
03 · The exposure
Online access. Organized showings.
Your listing goes onto the MLS and out to the major home-search websites. Buyers’ agents book showings online through ShowingTime; you confirm promptly (we suggest within two hours during the day).
Help when you need it: program helpdesk at solutions@rec.homes.
The cost
The numbers, stated plainly.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Listing Access program fee, due when you sign | $595 |
| Of sale price at closing. No minimum. | 0.5% |
| Other required fees from REC | None |
| Required third-party service: professional photos and floorplan (paid to vendor) | ≈ $200–$300 |
| Optional REC service: open house | $99 |
| Optional REC service: processing your signed offer | $495 |
Run your own numbers
REC fees if your home sells
$0
Program fee (at signing)$595
0.5% at closing$0
Optional services selected$0
Photos + floorplan (vendor, est.)$200–$300
All-in estimate with vendor$0
Compared with the fee you entered
$0
Is it right for you?
Check your fit in 30 seconds
Listing Access works best for owners who want to stay involved. Answer four quick questions.
1. Is the property in Maryland?
2. Are you comfortable listing at the price in our updated Vestimate™?
3. Can you confirm online showing requests promptly (we suggest within two hours during the day)?
4. Are you okay with required professional photos and a floorplan (about $200–$300, paid to the vendor)?
Choose the right path
Listing Access vs. full service
Listing Access fits if you…
- Want to take an active role in the sale
- Will list at the updated Vestimate™ price
- Can respond to showing requests quickly
- Want MLS exposure, a defined plan and a broker to call
Consider full service if you…
- Want to set your own list price
- Prefer a team to run showings and negotiations for you
- Are selling a home that needs a heavier prep plan
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Get started
Start your Listing Access request
Tell us about the property. A REC listing specialist will contact you to confirm fit, schedule the onsite visit and walk you through the agreement. No pressure.
- Updated Vestimate™ and written recommendations after the visit
- Clear costs: $595 at signing, 0.5% at closing
- Questions? Call or text 240-277-2900
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Your broker
Brian C. Coester
Licensed Maryland Real Estate Broker, host of The Real Estate Report and founder of Real Estate Connection. REC has helped 500+ families buy, sell, rent and finance across Maryland, DC and Northern Virginia.
Based at 9841 Washingtonian Blvd #200, Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
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What clients say about working with REC
★★★★★
“Brian was very attentive and worked to make sure that our home sold at market price. He’s an excellent agent to work with along with his team. Thank you Brian for making our dream come true.”
Anitra Monts★★★★★
“Brian is super efficient, timely and no nonsense. Just good business acumen all around. Got the deal done in about 24 hours which was awesome to experience.”
Ali Naim★★★★★
“The absolute BEST real estate agency I’ve ever been to! They’re very relatable and have no problem answering any questions you may have.”
Halle BerryhillCommon questions
Listing Access FAQs
What is Listing Access?
Listing Access is REC’s seller program for owners who want to take an active role in selling their home. REC provides an onsite pricing visit, an updated Vestimate™ and comparable market analysis, MLS access and website syndication, ShowingTime scheduling, a combination lockbox, a REC yard sign and listing forms. You stay involved in the sale.
How much does Listing Access cost?
The program fee is $595 when you sign, plus 0.5% of the sale price at closing, with no minimum. REC charges no other required fees. Required professional photos and a floorplan cost approximately $200–$300, paid directly to the vendor. Optional REC services are an open house for $99 and processing your signed offer for $495.
Is this a flat-fee MLS listing?
It is similar in spirit, but not purely flat. Listing Access has a $595 fee at signing and 0.5% of the sale price at closing. It also includes a broker visit, an updated Vestimate™ and pricing recommendations, ShowingTime scheduling, a lockbox and a yard sign, so it goes beyond a bare MLS entry.
Can I choose my own listing price?
No. We list at the price in our updated Vestimate™, which is informed by recent sales. Owners who want to set their own listing price will be better served by a different program.
What if my home doesn’t sell?
If your home does not sell, nothing is owed at closing. The $595 signing fee still applies. A sale price or outcome is not guaranteed.
Are professional photos required?
Yes. Professional photos and a professional floorplan are required. REC introduces you to its approved vendor, and the cost of approximately $200–$300 is paid directly to the vendor. Your home launches after the required preparation is complete.
Who handles showings?
Buyers’ agents book showings online through ShowingTime. You confirm requests promptly; we suggest within two hours during the day. The REC combination lockbox and yard sign are part of the program.
What about compensation for a buyer’s agent?
Whether and how much to offer a buyer’s agent is your decision and is covered with you when you sign the listing agreement. It is separate from the Listing Access program fees.
Where is Listing Access available?
Listing Access is offered through REC’s Maryland brokerage. If your property is in the District of Columbia or Virginia, call or text 240-277-2900 and we will point you to the right option.
How do I get started?
Use the form on this page or call or text 240-277-2900. A REC listing specialist will confirm fit, schedule the onsite visit and explain the listing agreement. There is no obligation to submit a request.
Your property. Your next move.
Sell it yourself, but not by yourself.