Commission Clarity: Deciding Between 1% and 1.5% When Listing with Moerland

Selling your home starts with clarity—especially on costs. Commission Clarity helps you understand how to choose between a 1% and 1.5% commission when listing with Moerland, what that covers, and how to budget without surprises. In this guide, you’ll learn what drives the agreed percentage, which expenses sit outside the commission, and the simplest ways to settle your fees.

Quick answer: What commission does Moerland charge?

• Moerland charges a sales commission of 1% to 1.5% of the sale price.
• The exact percentage depends on your specific property and its characteristics.

This straightforward range is designed to align effort and strategy with the needs of your sale.

How Moerland’s commission works

Moerland’s commission is a percentage of the final selling price, agreed with you before launch. Because every home and sale path differs, the percentage is tailored to the property. This ensures you pay proportionally for the scope and complexity of work required to secure the best result.

Why the rate varies

While the rate is always within 1%–1.5%, the final number reflects your situation. In practice, the following elements typically influence where you land in the range:

• Property type and characteristics: Apartments versus houses, size, and other defining features can change the level of preparation and outreach needed.
• Sale complexity: Transactions with additional legal or procedural layers (e.g., homeowners’ association formalities or estate sales) often require more coordination.
• Sales strategy: A full open-market launch (including broad online exposure) differs from a more discreet approach like a ‘stille verkoop’ (off‑market) sale, which uses targeted outreach.
• Documentation and readiness: The clarity and completeness of documents (e.g., association minutes, ground lease details, permits) can shorten timelines and reduce overhead.
• Market dynamics: In tighter markets you may need a more intensive campaign to reach the right buyers; in stronger segments, the path can be more direct.

Note: These are common, widely accepted drivers of effort in residential sales. Your final commission is always discussed and agreed up front.

What’s included—and what isn’t

Clarity on inclusions prevents surprises and helps you plan.

Included in the commission

• Moerland’s brokerage service to prepare, position, and sell your property.
• End‑to‑end guidance, including negotiation and coordination with the notary after an offer is accepted.

Not included in the commission

Some expenses are billed separately and are typically settled later at the notary:

• Marketing expenses such as professional photography, floor plans, and online advertising/listings.
• Optional presentation upgrades, like professional home styling or a property clear‑out (available on request).
• Energy label issuance if you ask Moerland to arrange it for you.

Moerland lists tariffs inclusive of VAT, keeping the pricing presentation clear and comparable.

Where your home is showcased

• Your property is listed on Moerland’s website and on Funda, the nationwide portal.
• It also receives additional visibility in the agency’s street‑facing office window.

This broad and local exposure helps attract qualified interest from both online searchers and neighborhood foot traffic.

Budgeting for 1% vs 1.5%: simple illustrations

To bring Commission Clarity to life, here are illustrative calculations you can adapt to your own price expectations. These examples reflect the commission percentage only and exclude separately billed marketing and optional services.

How to use this table:

1. Estimate a realistic sale price range for your home.
2. Calculate both 1% and 1.5% to understand the likely bracket.
3. Add a line for separately billed marketing and any optional upgrades you want.
4. Decide which approach (lean vs. enhanced marketing) best fits your goals and timeline.

Payment and settlement options

• Bank transfer and iDEAL are accepted for payments.
• Prefer not to prepay? You can settle the brokerage fee via the notary at closing, deducting the amount from sale proceeds on completion day.

This flexibility makes cash‑flow planning easier during the transition between homes.

How to decide between 1% and 1.5%: a practical framework

Use the checklist below to align your needs with the commission level.

1) Define your sale objective

• Do you want to maximize price, minimize time on market, or balance both?
• Are you aiming for wide exposure or a more discreet transaction (e.g., stille verkoop)?

2) Assess property specifics

• Type, size, and unique features that require specialized positioning.
• Any documentation that needs gathering or clarification (e.g., ground lease, VvE documents).

3) Choose your marketing scope

• Core listing exposure (Moerland site, Funda, office window) is standard; consider whether you also want enhanced presentation and audience reach.
• Decide on optional upgrades like professional styling or a strategic clear‑out for stronger first impressions.

4) Clarify third‑party requirements early

• Do you need an energy label arranged? Add it to your plan.
• Will a valuation report be helpful for planning or refinancing steps around your move? Moerland’s NWWI‑validated reports are accepted by Dutch lenders and delivered quickly after inspection.

5) Align on logistics and fees

• Confirm which expenses are part of the commission and which are billed separately.
• Choose your payment method and whether to settle via the notary at completion.

Seller FAQs (for fast, snippet‑ready answers)

What commission does Moerland charge?

Moerland charges 1% to 1.5% of the sale price, with the exact percentage set based on your property.

Are marketing expenses included in the commission?

No. Photography, floor plans, and online advertising/listings are billed separately and are typically settled later at the notary.

Can Moerland arrange optional upgrades like styling?

Yes. On request, Moerland can organize professional home styling or a clear‑out. Related costs are added as separate marketing expenses.

How can I pay the brokerage fee?

You can pay by bank transfer or iDEAL, or have the fee deducted from sale proceeds and paid via the notary at closing.

Where will my home be advertised?

Your property is listed on Moerland’s website and on Funda, and it is showcased in the office window.

Can Moerland help with an energy label or valuation?

Yes. Moerland can arrange an energy label and provides NWWI‑validated valuation reports that meet lender standards.

Does Moerland offer rental or property management services?

No. Moerland focuses on sales, purchases, and valuations rather than ongoing rental or property management.

Practical takeaways

• Anchor your budget around the 1%–1.5% commission range and add a line for separately billed marketing.
• Decide your sales strategy (full market vs. discreet) and match the commission to the required scope of work.
• Invest in presentation as needed—styling and a clear‑out can elevate first impressions and buyer confidence.
• Centralize documentation early (e.g., ground lease terms, VvE records) to streamline due diligence and negotiation.
• Choose how to pay: bank transfer, iDEAL, or settlement through the notary at completion.
• Ask for a tailored proposal so your commission reflects your property and goals—with all inclusions and exclusions clearly listed.

Conclusion: Choose with confidence

Commission Clarity means knowing exactly how 1% to 1.5% maps to your property, your marketing plan, and your selling goals. With transparent inclusions, separately billed marketing, and flexible settlement via the notary, you can plan your sale and your budget with confidence.

Ready to get your tailored commission proposal? Contact Moerland today:

• Send a WhatsApp message to +31 20 610 3366
• Use the online contact form to request a consultation

Prefer guidance on related steps? Ask about NWWI‑validated valuation reports, energy labels, or a discreet stille verkoop strategy. Your next move starts with clarity.