One Percent REALTOR® Services

Full Service

Just 1% Commission

Why 1% Makes Sense in the GTA

The Greater Toronto Area is one of Canada’s largest and most expensive real estate markets.

TRREB reports that the GTA regularly sees thousands of home sales each month, with average prices often above the $1 million mark since 2021. TRREB Market Watch Reports
CREA confirms that Toronto and surrounding regions remain among the highest-priced markets in the country, consistently in the six to seven figure range. CREA – Housing Market Stats

At these values, a traditional 2.5% listing commission often costs sellers $20,000–$30,000 or more. With the 1% commission model, you receive full-service representation — MLS® exposure, staging guidance, professional marketing, and negotiation — while keeping far more of your equity.

Are 1% REALTORS® Any Good?

In markets like the GTA, PropertyMesh offers a 1% listing commission that delivers the same professional service as a REALTOR® charging 2.5% — professional photography, staging, buyer outreach, and strong offer negotiation, among other services — because the home values are high enough to support quality marketing.

See how 1% listing model works

Consumer Protection Still Comes First

Commission is negotiable, but consumer safeguards are not.

The Competition Bureau of Canada has made clear that commission rates are not fixed by law or board rules; they are set by brokerages and fully negotiable.
In Ontario, all REALTORS® must operate under a licensed brokerage with Broker of Record oversight, as required by the Trust in Real Estate Services Act, 2002 (TRESA). Oversight is enforced by the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO).
Sellers must also receive the RECO Information Guide at the start of their relationship with an agent, which explains representation, obligations, and risks.

At PropertyMesh:

Every listing is supervised by Faiza Ahmed, Broker (RECO #4791581) under International Realty Firm, Inc. (Brokerage #4799095).
All assigned agents are vetted for licensing, compliance history, and local specialization.
You remain fully protected under RECO regulation and the CREA REALTOR® Code of Ethics. CREA REALTOR® Code

Myth vs Reality

Myth 1: A 1% agent offers less service.

Reality: All MLS® listings receive equal distribution on REALTOR.ca, regardless of commission. The difference lies in how your property is marketed and supported by your real estate agent — not the commission.

Myth 2: An MLS-only posting is enough.

Reality: RECO warns that sellers without representation (e.g., FSBO or “mere postings”) must manage all responsibilities themselves — pricing, disclosures, paperwork, and negotiations — which often results in undervaluation or missteps.

Myth 3: Buyer agents will avoid discounted (1%) listings.

Reality: RECO explicitly forbids agent “steering” based on commission. Agents must show buyers all properties that meet their criteria, regardless of commission amounts.

How Our 1% Workflow Works

Discount doesn’t mean cut corners — it means efficiency backed by broker oversight.

Consultation & CMA
Data-driven pricing using board reports (TRREB, RAHB, WRAR).
Preparation
Staging consult, professional photography, 3D/virtual tours.
MLS® Distribution
Listings syndicated through MLS® → REALTOR.ca and national partner sites.
Marketing Push
Targeted digital campaigns, brokerage buyer pools, and pre-launch buzz.
Offer Strategy
Broker-reviewed tactics tailored to local conditions (bidding wars vs. conditional offers).
Closing Support
Weekly feedback, document compliance, and lawyer coordination — supervised at the broker level.

One Percent, One Focus

This page is dedicated solely to our 1% commission service.

If you’d like to see how 1% compares with our Flat Fee option, visit our Discount Realtor page for a detailed breakdown.

Calculate your Commission Savings

$15,000 Save in Commission Fees

Select Your Home Price:

$1,000,000

$25,000

Other REALTORS® Fee

2.5% Fee

$10,000

Our Fee

1% Fee

Where 1% Works Best

Move-Up Families in Peel, York, and Halton
Sellers in the $900K–$1.2M range save $15K–$18K at closing — funds that roll directly into their next purchase.
Commuter Corridors in Durham & Hamilton
These markets attract Toronto out-migrants. MLS® syndication ensures visibility to those buyers, while 1% keeps listing costs lean.
Downsizers in Halton & Waterloo Region
Detached sellers cashing out of $1M+ properties save over $16K in commission — often enough to fund condo upgrades.
Rural & Unique Properties (Caledon, Stouffville)
Zoning and appraisal nuances require oversight. The 1% model ensures diligence without excessive fees.

You don’t need to pay 2.5% just because “that’s how it’s done.”

Book a free, 60-minute broker-supervised evaluation and see how the 1% model works for your home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 1% commission really negotiable?

Yes, you can read our detailed guide on how to negotiate commission with a real estate agent.

Do I still need to pay the buyer’s agent?

Yes. The 1% applies to the listing side. Buyer-agent co-op (often 2.5%) is separate.

What if the buyer has no agent?

If the buyer is unrepresented, total commission may be lower than 1% + co-op. This is always disclosed under RECO rules.

Is your 1% service different from 2.5% service?

No. MLS®, staging, showings, negotiations, and closing support are all included. The only difference is the fee.

Are open houses included?

Yes. Open houses and private showings are part of our 1% model.

How is 1% different from Flat Fee?

Flat Fee = $5,000 MLS® package.
1% = Full-service marketing, staging, negotiation, and support.

More detailed can be found on this page.

Do you have a minimum commission?

Yes, a minimum may apply for lower-priced homes (e.g., under $500K). Always disclosed upfront.

Will buyers’ agents avoid my listing?

No. RECO rules prohibit steering based on commission. Buyer co-op is standard.

Who regulates this service?

All REALTORS® are regulated by RECO under TRESA, with consumer protection backed by CREA’s REALTOR® Code.

Service Areas

We serve the entire GTA (Greater Toronto Area) and surrounding communities, including:

Peel Region: Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon
Halton Region: Oakville, Burlington, Milton
Durham Region: Whitby, Oshawa, Pickering, Ajax
York Region: Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Aurora, Newmarket
Hamilton & Stoney Creek
Waterloo Region & Guelph

(For Toronto-specific guidance, see our dedicated “Real Estate Agents in Toronto” page.)

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