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Seller Net Proceeds Calculator

See your estimated take-home at closing — and how much equity a flat-fee listing keeps in your pocket versus a percentage commission. Adjust any number; the results update live.

What you expect the home to sell for.

What you still owe (0 if paid off).

Historically ~2.5–3% to a listing agent — always negotiable.

Editable illustration — see current pricing.

Title, transfer taxes, recording — applies either way.

Net proceeds — traditional agent
$122,000
after $22,000 commission
Net proceeds — flat-fee listing
$143,601
more stays with you
Estimated difference you keep
$21,601

Versus a 5.5% listing commission on a $400,000 sale. An illustration, not pricing advice; commissions are always negotiable and closing costs vary.

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How your net proceeds are calculated

Net proceeds = sale price − mortgage payoff − closing costs − the cost to list. The cost to list is the only line you really control: a traditional listing commission scales with your price, while a flat fee stays the same no matter what your home sells for. On higher-priced homes, that difference grows.

Common questions

How do I calculate my net proceeds from selling a house?

Start with the sale price, then subtract your remaining mortgage balance, closing costs (title, transfer taxes, recording), and the listing cost — either a percentage commission or a flat fee. What remains is your estimated net proceeds.

How much can I save with a flat-fee listing instead of a commission?

The savings is roughly the listing commission minus the flat fee. On a $400,000 home, a 3% listing commission is about $12,000; a flat fee is a fraction of that, so most of the difference stays with you. Figures are illustrations, not pricing advice.

Do I still pay closing costs with a flat-fee listing?

Yes. Closing costs apply whether or not you use an agent, so the calculator applies them to both scenarios. They're handled by a title company or real estate attorney at closing.

Is this calculator financial advice?

No. It's an educational estimate using figures you enter. ListMyHomes.com is a licensed brokerage that acts only as a neutral facilitator and does not provide financial, legal, tax, or appraisal advice.

This calculator provides educational estimates only, using figures you enter — it is not financial, legal, tax, or appraisal advice. ListMyHomes.com is a licensed brokerage that acts only as a neutral facilitator. Commissions are always negotiable; closing costs vary by location and transaction. Consult a licensed professional for your specific situation.