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Flat fee MLS by area: Portland — https://www.795listings.com/flat-fee-mls-portland-maine | Bangor — https://www.795listings.com/flat-fee-mls-bangor-maine | Lewiston–Auburn — https://www.795listings.com/flat-fee-mls-lewiston-auburn-maine | Augusta — https://www.795listings.com/flat-fee-mls-augusta-maine | Windham — https://www.795listings.com/flat-fee-mls-windham-maine
FSBO vs Flat Fee MLS in Maine
Maine sellers often choose between true FSBO (for-sale-by-owner with no listing broker) and a flat-fee MLS listing with a local broker. Maine A La Carte Real Estate LLC (795listings.com) offers flat-fee MLS entry for $795 residential or commercial (NECPE) and $295 vacant land, plus optional a-la-carte help. Broker/Owner Diana Corbett. Call (207) 370-7495 or email Diana@795listings.com.
Quick comparison
FSBO (no listing broker):
- You market the property yourself
- No MLS listing broker fee to Maine A La Carte
- Buyers and agents may expect you to handle showings, forms, and negotiations alone
- Harder to appear in the MLS / agent searches without a listing broker
Flat-fee MLS with Maine A La Carte:
- A licensed Broker/Owner places your listing in the MLS / NECPE as applicable
- Clear entry fee: $795 home/commercial · $295 land
- You can still DIY showings and other tasks — or buy a-la-carte help
- Local Maine contact, not a remote national portal only
Traditional percentage listing: Also available with Maine A La Carte if you want full-service percentage agency instead
Which fits which seller?
- Lean FSBO if you already have a buyer, do not need MLS exposure, and can handle forms and showings yourself.
- Choose flat-fee MLS if you want Maine MLS exposure and agent traffic without a full traditional listing commission model.
- Choose traditional % if you want the brokerage to run most of the process end-to-end.
What flat fee is (and is not)
Flat fee with Maine A La Carte is not the same as pure FSBO. A broker lists the property per MLS rules. You still decide how much work to keep vs buy a-la-carte (showings, negotiations, photos, etc. — see /services).
Pricing reminder
- MLS residential: $795
- NECPE commercial: $795
- MLS vacant land: $295
- Full menu: https://www.795listings.com/services
- Fees subject to change; payment when service is performed
Related reading
- Flat fee pillar: https://www.795listings.com/flat-fee-mls-maine
- Services: https://www.795listings.com/services
- FAQs: https://www.795listings.com/faqs
FAQ
Q: Is flat-fee MLS the same as FSBO in Maine?
A: No. FSBO usually means no listing broker. Flat-fee MLS uses Maine A La Carte as listing broker for MLS/NECPE entry while you can still DIY many tasks.
Q: Can I use a FSBO yard sign with Maine A La Carte?
A: Yes — Maine A La Carte’s FAQ notes sellers may use a FSBO-style yard sign; ask Diana about options.
Q: How do I start?
A: Call (207) 370-7495 or email Diana@795listings.com.
Compare options with a local broker — Call (207) 370-7495 · Diana@795listings.com · Flat-fee guide: /flat-fee-mls-maine