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Flex Estate vs Brokers
Wondering how Flex Estate compares to brokers? This page explores the key differences in cost, control, and clarity when choosing Flex Estate vs brokers.
Flex Estate vs Traditional Agents
See how we compare when it comes to cost, control, and clarity in the Dutch real estate market.
| Feature | Traditional Agent | Flex Estate |
|---|---|---|
| Commission Fees | 1.5%–2% of sale price or 1 month's rent | Flat fee from €129 – no commission |
| Total Cost on €500,000 Sale | €7,500–€10,000 | €129 to €1099 |
| Control Over Process | Agent handles pricing, viewings, and offers | You manage viewings, price, and bids yourself |
| Valuation Clarity | Often based on agent estimate | Certified independent property valuation |
| Bidding Process | Private and unclear bidding rounds | Open and transparent offers |
| Time to Go Live | 3–7 working days | Publish your listing in minutes |
| Viewings Access | Scheduled for 1–2 weeks only | Open house access for months |
| Communication | Only via the agent | Direct with buyers or renters |
| Marketing Exposure | Seen by many, but access is limited by agent schedules | Wider reach + extended visibility through Flex Estate |
| Support | Agent-guided (commission-motivated) | On-demand help + optional expert services |
With Flex Estate, you save money and stay in control — without pressure, delays, or confusion.
In the Netherlands, traditional brokers typically charge a commission fee of 1.5% to 2% of the sale price, which can add up to thousands of euros in extra costs. According to the Dutch Consumers Association the Consumentenbond, these fees are standard in the industry, but many sellers are unaware they can avoid them by using a platform like Flex Estate.
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Flex Estate vs Traditional Agents
See how we compare when it comes to cost, control, and clarity in the Dutch real estate market.
Commission Fees
Traditional Agent: 1.5%–2% of sale price or 1 month's rent
Flex Estate: Flat fee from €129 – no commission
Total Cost on €500,000 Sale
Traditional Agent: €7,500–€10,000
Flex Estate: €129 to €1099
Control Over Process
Traditional Agent: Agent handles pricing, viewings, and offers
Flex Estate: You manage viewings, price, and bids yourself
Valuation Clarity
Traditional Agent: Often based on agent estimate
Flex Estate: Certified independent property valuation
Bidding Process
Traditional Agent: Private and unclear bidding rounds
Flex Estate: Open and transparent offers
Time to Go Live
Traditional Agent: 3–7 working days
Flex Estate: Publish your listing in minutes
Viewings Access
Traditional Agent: Scheduled for 1–2 weeks only
Flex Estate: Open house access for months
Communication
Traditional Agent: Only via the agent
Flex Estate: Direct with buyers or renters
Marketing Exposure
Traditional Agent: Seen by many, but access is limited by agent schedules
Flex Estate: Wider reach + extended visibility through Flex Estate
Support
Traditional Agent: Agent-guided (commission-motivated)
Flex Estate: On-demand help + optional expert services
With Flex Estate, you save money and stay in control — without pressure, delays, or confusion.
In the Netherlands, traditional brokers typically charge a commission fee of 1.5% to 2% of the sale price, which can add up to thousands of euros in extra costs. According to the Dutch Consumers Association the Consumentenbond, these fees are standard in the industry, but many sellers are unaware they can avoid them by using a platform like Flex Estate.
