Defy Real Estate FAQ

Question 1

What do you specialize in?

Accepted Answer

We help Treasure Valley homeowners sell, buy, and lease property, including rentals and property management. Our listing services are priced around the service you choose, so you know your fee up front.

Question 2

Why choose Defy Real Estate?

Accepted Answer

We offer premium representation with transparent pricing. Our approach emphasizes high-quality marketing that showcases your property, and our team prioritizes client satisfaction, integrity, and professionalism throughout your real estate journey.

Question 3

Are you a brokerage?

Accepted Answer

Defy Real Estate operates under Silvercreek Realty Group, the largest local Idaho brokerage, with the largest network of agents and some of the most extensive market knowledge and tools in the industry.

Question 4

Why do you price the service, not the home?

Accepted Answer

A home's market value doesn't necessarily determine the work required to sell it. A well-kept $900,000 home can be simpler to sell than a $450,000 home that needs work. So our listing fees are based on the level of service, representation, and complexity you need, not automatically on your home's value.

Question 5

What listing options do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Three: Minimum ($2,995), a seller-directed service with MLS exposure and administrative support; Signature ($10,700 flat listing fee), our flagship complete seller representation; and Bespoke (starting at $29,900, custom quoted), for properties that need a specialized strategy or expanded resources.

Question 6

What's the difference between Minimum and Signature?

Accepted Answer

They're two different services, not two price levels. With Minimum, you're a customer rather than a represented client: you set the price, handle showings, and negotiate, while we handle MLS setup, routine paperwork, and defined administrative coordination. With Signature, you're a fully represented client with pricing strategy, premium marketing, negotiation advocacy, vendor coordination, and transaction oversight. In both, you make the final decisions.

Question 7

Does a more expensive home automatically cost more to list?

Accepted Answer

No. Your option is based on the services you need and the nature of your sale, not a price threshold. A higher-priced but straightforward home may be a great fit for Signature. Bespoke is for assignments that need a specialized plan. Commercial, multifamily, and specialized properties are individually quoted based on the scope of services and marketing strategy required.

Question 8

Does the listing fee cover all of my selling costs?

Accepted Answer

No. Listing fees cover Defy's listing-side services. Buyer-broker compensation, if any, is separate and negotiable, and title, escrow, concessions, loan payoff, prorations, and other selling costs are also separate. All brokerage compensation is negotiable and not set by law.

Question 9

Will Signature always cost less than a percentage-based fee?

Accepted Answer

Not always. Signature is a fixed $10,700 listing-side fee, so the difference depends on your sale price and the percentage you're comparing against. For example, a hypothetical 3% fee equals $10,700 at a sale price of about $356,667; below that, the percentage would be lower. Signature is priced as a complete service, not to be the lowest fee at every price.

Question 10

What marketing is included?

Accepted Answer

Signature includes all 15 of our Standard Services, including professional photography, Matterport 3D tours, drone photography, a six-hour open house, direct mail, email and social media marketing, and our paid Homes.com partnership. Minimum includes MLS publication and standard MLS syndication, with seller-provided photos and description.

Question 11

What's the catch?

Accepted Answer

We get asked this a lot. Our goal is simple: defy conventional real estate pricing. We do it through efficient systems, consistent marketing, and strategies that work, so we can offer professional representation at a transparent price. No games, just results at a fair price.

Question 12

What does tenant placement include?

Accepted Answer

For a $995 flat fee, we handle rental pricing and market guidance, listing setup and syndication, inquiries and showings, application and screening coordination, and lease preparation and move-in. No ongoing management is required.

Question 13

Are there any other costs?

Accepted Answer

Professional photography, paid advertising, cleaning, repairs, and other third-party expenses are billed separately at cost.

Question 14

Can you manage the property after the tenant moves in?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you'd like us to. Once a tenant is placed and everything is set up, ongoing management is efficient. Defy Long-Term Rental Management starts at $149/month.

Defy Real Estate Frequently Asked Questions

What do you specialize in? We help Treasure Valley homeowners sell, buy, and lease property, including rentals and property management. Our listing services are priced around the service you choose, so you know your fee up front.

Why choose Defy Real Estate? We offer premium representation with transparent pricing. Our approach emphasizes high-quality marketing that showcases your property, and our team prioritizes client satisfaction, integrity, and professionalism throughout your real estate journey.

Are you a brokerage? Defy Real Estate operates under Silvercreek Realty Group, the largest local Idaho brokerage, with the largest network of agents and some of the most extensive market knowledge and tools in the industry.

What's the catch? We get asked this a lot. Our goal is simple: defy conventional real estate pricing. We do it through efficient systems, consistent marketing, and strategies that work, so we can offer professional representation at a transparent price. No games, just results at a fair price.

What does tenant placement include? For a $995 flat fee, we handle rental pricing and market guidance, listing setup and syndication, inquiries and showings, application and screening coordination, and lease preparation and move-in. No ongoing management is required.

Are there any other costs? Professional photography, paid advertising, cleaning, repairs, and other third-party expenses are billed separately at cost.

Can you manage the property after the tenant moves in? Yes, if you'd like us to. Once a tenant is placed and everything is set up, ongoing management is efficient. Defy Long-Term Rental Management starts at $149/month.