Our Business Model

How FastExpert Makes Money

FastExpert is free for home buyers and sellers. We earn referral fees from real estate transactions and offer optional paid programs for professionals — here’s how our business model works.

Free for Buyers & Sellers
You can search for and connect with top real estate agents on FastExpert at no cost and with no obligation.
Helping Agents Connect With Clients
We connect real estate agents with home buyers and sellers, helping agents grow their business through successful referrals.
Referral Fees After Closing
We earn a referral fee from an agent’s brokerage after a successful real estate transaction closes.

How Our Referral Fees Work

We only earn a referral fee when a referred real estate transaction successfully closes. Here’s how it works:

1
Find an Agent
Search for agents in your area, compare profiles and reviews, and contact the ones you like — all for free.
2
Buy or Sell Your Home
You choose the agent you want to work with and move forward with buying or selling your home.
3
FastExpert Receives a Referral Fee
After the transaction successfully closes, the agent’s brokerage pays FastExpert a referral fee. This does not increase what you pay.

What This Means for You

Our business model is designed to be simple, fair, and aligned with your best interests.

No Cost to Find an Agent
There are no fees and no obligations when you search or connect with agents on FastExpert.
You Choose Who to Work With
FastExpert does not assign agents. You decide who to contact and who to hire.
No Closing, No Referral Fee
We only earn a referral fee when a referred transaction successfully closes.
Support for a Transparent Market
Our model supports verified information, reviews, and data so you can make confident decisions.

Our Commitment to Transparency

We believe in a transparent and trustworthy marketplace. Here’s what you should know:

Agents Cannot Pay for Placement
Directory rankings are organic. Agents cannot pay to appear higher in FastExpert search results or rankings.
Our Revenue Does Not Increase Your Commission
Referral fees are paid by the agent’s brokerage. They do not increase the commission you pay as a buyer or seller.
We Don’t Sell Your Information
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. Learn more in our Privacy Policy.

How Agent Rankings Work

FastExpert rankings are based on factors such as transaction history, client reviews, and local activity — not on who pays more. Agents cannot purchase a higher directory ranking.

View Our Full Ranking Methodology

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