Susan Swanson Realtor Services

Real Estate Agent · Melbourne, Florida

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Here is what working with Susan Swanson Realty in Melbourne typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buyer services

First buyer meeting

A conversation about price range, neighborhoods around Melbourne and the buyer agreement you sign before tours.

Showings in Melbourne

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offers and counteroffers

Contract terms, earnest money, inspection and appraisal contingencies explained step by step.

Closing coordination

Working with your lender, inspector and title company through closing.

Seller services

Pricing analysis (CMA)

A comparative market analysis based on recent sales near your Melbourne home.

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

Listing exposure

Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.

From showing to sold

Feedback after showings, multiple-offer handling and closing coordination.

Focus areas

Downsizing & 55+

Right-sizing and 55+ communities.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Florida rules.

Typical costs on a Melbourne home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $356,996. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $357K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$8,925–$10,710
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$7,140–$10,710
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$7,140–$17,850
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Melbourne

Indialantic, FL2.6 mi · $612K Melbourne Beach, FL3.1 mi · $617K Palm Bay, FL3.6 mi · $304K Indian Harbour Beach, FL4.7 mi · $454K Cocoa Beach, FL16 mi · $454K Merritt Island, FL20 mi · $431K Rockledge, FL20 mi · $396K Sebastian, FL20 mi · $347K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Florida?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Susan Swanson Realty work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Susan Swanson Realty handles dual agency or designated agency under Florida law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.