Homeowners Pocket More From Property Sales With Total Realty’s Low Commission Model

Property sellers in the South Island are increasingly weighing their options when it comes to commission fees and Total Realty is one agency offering an alternative to traditional pricing structures, with a focus on transparency and value.

Known for charging a fixed commission of 1.5% + $550 + GST, Total Realty offers a full-service real estate model designed to give vendors more control over their sale proceeds. The agency says its structure is particularly appealing to sellers in regional areas, where margins are often tighter and every saved dollar counts.

In Southland, the company’s real estate agents in Invercargill support clients throughout the city and nearby centres including Otatara, Bluff, Te Anau, Rosedale, and Mataura. Their services include property appraisals, market advice, marketing packages, open home support, and negotiation assistance right through to settlement.

Meanwhile, in Mid Canterbury, real estate agents in Ashburton help clients navigate the selling process in a market that includes residential, lifestyle, and investment properties. Total Realty’s Ashburton team provides guidance tailored to the pace and character of the local market, supported by digital marketing strategies and national property listing exposure.

The company’s pricing model has proven to be a key drawcard. For context, a property selling for $700,000 would typically incur commission of over $27,000 under a 3.95% rate. With Total Realty’s structure, the fee is closer to $11,800—a difference of more than $15,000. These savings can be redirected into future property purchases, renovations, or simply retained by the seller.

Importantly, the lower fee does not mean reduced support. Clients have access to licensed agents who guide the process end-to-end, including professional photography, online advertising, open homes, buyer negotiations, and legal liaison. The company’s goal is to maintain the quality of service expected from a full-service agency—while eliminating high-percentage commissions.

Total Realty currently operates across Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, Rolleston, Invercargill, and Ashburton. Each office is staffed by locally based agents who understand the specific needs and sales patterns in their communities.

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