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Thinking FSBO?

There's a Smarter Way to Sell By Owner.

Keep the control you want. Add MLS® exposure, brokerage representation and professional help where it matters.

A Smart Mere Posting gives you much of what attracts homeowners to For Sale By Owner — with the added benefit of MLS® and REALTOR.ca exposure through a licensed Ontario real estate brokerage.

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Traditional FSBO vs. Smart Mere Posting

Same independence. A stronger outcome.

Traditional FSBOSmart Mere Posting
You choose your asking priceYou choose your asking price
Manage your own showingsYou can manage your own showings or add showing coordination
Communicate directly with buyersBuyer inquiries can come directly to you, with support available
No listing brokerageListed through Smart Brokerages
Limited market exposureMLS® + REALTOR.ca exposure
You handle paperwork and processStructured process with professional support
You manage offers and negotiationsYou can manage it yourself or add offer support
Find your own solution for depositsDeposit held in a regulated Real Estate Trust Account with RECO consumer protection
Mostly on your ownProfessional help available when you need it

Where Smart Mere Posting Makes a Real Difference.

Get the benefits of FSBO, plus the support that matters most.

  • MLS® Exposure

    Reach more buyers through the MLS® system and REALTOR.ca.

  • Showing Coordination

    Handle showings yourself or let us organize appointments for you.

  • Offer Review & Negotiation

    Get professional help when an offer arrives.

  • Deposit & Transaction Support

    Buyer's deposit held in trust. Conditions, documents and transaction administration to closing.

Your Buyer's Deposit Is Held in a Regulated Real Estate Trust Account.

When Smart Brokerages is named in the Agreement of Purchase and Sale to receive the buyer's deposit, the funds are placed in our Real Estate Trust Account in accordance with Ontario's trust requirements.

Deposits held through registered brokerages may also be eligible for RECO Consumer Deposit Insurance, subject to the terms and limits of the program.

Up to $200,000 per claim*

No deductible*

*Subject to RECO insurance policy terms, limits and exclusions.

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It Still Feels Like Selling By Owner.
It Just Works Better.

Stay involved. Keep control.
Get the exposure and support you need.

Start Your Way.

Help Me Get My Listing Started

Give us the basics. We'll research the property and arrange a Zoom meeting or visit to discuss everything with you.

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Real Support. Real Opportunity.