Question 1

Can I sell my home in Texas without a real estate agent?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In Texas, homeowners can legally sell their property without hiring a traditional listing agent. The most effective way to do this is through a flat fee MLS service like Waymark, which places your home on the Multiple Listing Service through a licensed Texas broker, giving you the same buyer exposure as a full-commission listing, while you retain control and keep your equity instead of paying a 3% listing commission.

Question 2

What is a flat fee MLS service in Texas?

Accepted Answer

A flat fee MLS service allows Texas homeowners to get their property listed on the MLS for a fixed upfront fee instead of paying a percentage commission at closing. Waymark charges a flat fee of $699 (Launch) or $1,199 (Manage) and submits your listing to the local MLS board under a licensed Texas broker. Your home then syndicates automatically to Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and Homes.com, exactly as it would under a traditional listing agent.

Question 3

How is Waymark different from other flat fee MLS services in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Most flat fee MLS services post your listing and disappear. Waymark adds three layers that basic services do not offer: (1) AI guidance through Aria that answers buyer questions, breaks down offers in plain English, tracks deadlines, and guides disclosures; (2) Broker review on every tier before your listing goes live; (3) Active broker oversight on Manage — offer review, contract checkpoint, repair requests, and appraisal gaps.

Question 4

What is the difference between Waymark and a traditional real estate agent?

Accepted Answer

A traditional listing agent typically charges 2.5% to 3% of the sale price at closing. Waymark replaces the listing agent commission with a flat fee while providing MLS exposure through a licensed broker, AI-powered guidance through Aria, and defined broker oversight at key transaction moments. The primary differences are cost and control: you pay a fraction of the commission and make every decision yourself.

Question 5

What is FSBO and how is Waymark different from a FSBO listing?

Accepted Answer

FSBO stands for For Sale By Owner. A traditional FSBO listing is sold directly by the homeowner without any broker involvement, which means the home cannot be submitted to the MLS. Waymark is not a FSBO service. Every Waymark listing is submitted to the MLS through a licensed Texas broker, appears as a broker-listed property, and receives the same MLS exposure as a full-commission listing.

Question 6

Is Waymark legitimate?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Waymark is brokered by Marelli Properties, a licensed Texas brokerage (TREC License 639078) with active board memberships in SABOR and HAR. Every listing is submitted to the MLS under a licensed broker, reviewed for fair housing compliance, and handled entirely inside TREC regulations.

Question 7

Who is Waymark best for? And who should not use it?

Accepted Answer

Waymark is built for sellers who want MLS exposure, want to keep more equity, and are comfortable staying actively involved in their sale. You are a good fit if you want your home on Zillow and Realtor.com without paying 3%, are willing to respond to buyer questions and make decisions with guidance, and want a licensed broker involved at key moments. Waymark may not be right if you want a traditional agent to handle every conversation, prefer not to be involved in the day-to-day of your sale, or need someone physically present at showings.

Question 8

Will my home appear on Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every Waymark listing is submitted to the MLS through a licensed Texas broker and syndicates automatically to Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, Homes.com, and Trulia within 24 to 48 hours of going live.

Question 9

Will buyers' agents show my home if I list with Waymark?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Because every Waymark listing is submitted to the MLS under a licensed broker, buyers' agents see a standard broker-listed property, not a FSBO. Whether buyers' agents show your home depends on buyer interest and the compensation you choose to offer, not on how you listed.

Question 10

Do I have to offer a buyer's agent commission?

Accepted Answer

No. Waymark does not set or require buyer agent compensation. Following the 2024 NAR settlement changes, buyer agent compensation is negotiated as part of the transaction rather than mandated by the MLS. You decide whether to offer compensation and at what amount.

Question 11

How long does it take to get listed on the MLS?

Accepted Answer

After you complete your property details and photos, your broker reviews for fair housing compliance. Once approved, your listing is submitted to the MLS and syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and Homes.com within 24 to 48 hours. Initial setup takes less than an hour.

Question 12

What is the difference between Launch and Manage?

Accepted Answer

Both tiers include full MLS exposure, Aria AI guidance, and broker review before your listing goes live. The difference is what happens once offers arrive. Launch ($699) is self-directed — you handle offer responses and negotiations with Aria guidance. Manage ($1,199) adds broker oversight at every high-risk moment: offer review, contract checkpoint, repair requests, and appraisal gaps.

Question 13

Is there a long-term contract or time limit on my listing?

Accepted Answer

Waymark offers an unlimited listing term — there is no time limit on how long your listing stays active on the MLS. You pay one flat fee upfront. There is no additional commission owed to Waymark at closing regardless of your sale price.

Question 14

What does Aria do?

Accepted Answer

Aria is Waymark's AI selling guide. Aria answers buyer questions and qualifies leads, breaks down every offer in plain English, loads contract dates automatically, sends deadline reminders 7, 3, and 1 day before each key date, guides disclosures step by step, and builds side-by-side comparisons for multiple offers. Aria never gives legal advice, recommends negotiation strategy, or makes decisions for you.

Question 15

Can Aria give me a free pricing analysis?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Enter your address and Aria pulls real comparable sales from your local market and builds a pricing range with the data behind each comp. Your licensed broker reviews this analysis before it reaches you. No obligation, no credit card.

Question 16

How does Aria handle buyer inquiries?

Accepted Answer

All buyer inquiries route through Aria first. Aria answers common questions, qualifies the interest level, and organizes leads in your dashboard. You see qualified, filtered contacts — not a flood of unscreened calls. Your yard sign QR code also routes through Aria.

Question 17

What does broker support include on each tier?

Accepted Answer

On both tiers, a licensed Texas broker reviews your listing for fair housing compliance and submits it to the MLS. Your broker also reviews your pricing analysis. On Manage, broker support extends into the active transaction: every offer is reviewed before it reaches you, broker confirms contract setup after execution, and joins for repair request negotiations and appraisal gap decisions.

Question 18

Who is Waymark brokered by?

Accepted Answer

Waymark is brokered by Marelli Properties, a licensed Texas brokerage (TREC License 639078) with active board memberships in SABOR (San Antonio) and HAR (Houston).

Question 19

How do showings work if I sell without a realtor in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Showings are scheduled through ShowingTime, the industry-standard showing platform. Buyer's agents submit a request, which contacts you directly to confirm. You approve or decline on your own schedule. For unrepresented buyers, requests route through Aria first.

Question 20

Can I host my own open house in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Open houses are available on both tiers. Your broker adds it to the MLS and it syndicates to all major sites. On Launch, open houses are $25 each. On Manage, one is included. You host it yourself — no agent required.

Question 21

How do buyers and buyers' agents contact me?

Accepted Answer

All contact is routed through Aria before reaching you. You see organized, filtered contacts in your dashboard, not unscreened calls.

Question 22

How does the offer process work with Waymark?

Accepted Answer

On Launch, the offer goes directly to you. You upload the PDF, Aria reads the TREC contract and produces a plain-English summary. On Manage, the offer goes to your broker first. Your broker reviews it, verifies Aria's summary, and adds broker notes before you see it. You make every decision on both tiers.

Question 23

What is the option period in a Texas real estate transaction?

Accepted Answer

The option period is typically 7 to 10 days during which the buyer can terminate for any reason by paying the option fee. Aria tracks the expiration and alerts you in advance.

Question 24

What happens if the appraisal comes in low?

Accepted Answer

Your options include lowering the price, having the buyer cover the gap in cash, splitting the gap, or terminating. On Manage, your broker reviews your options before you respond. On Launch, Aria explains the situation clearly.

Question 25

What if I receive multiple offers?

Accepted Answer

Aria builds a side-by-side comparison covering price, finance type, option period, closing date, and earnest money. On Manage, your broker reviews and verifies the comparison before it reaches you.

Question 26

What is a TREC contract and do I need to understand it?

Accepted Answer

TREC promulgated contracts are the standardized purchase agreement forms for Texas residential transactions. You do not need to be an expert. Aria reads the contract and breaks every material term into plain English before you respond.

Question 27

Does Waymark help with disclosures?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Aria guides you through Texas seller disclosure requirements step by step. Disclosures are reviewed by your broker before they leave your hands on both tiers.

Question 28

Can I counter an offer with Waymark?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Aria walks you through exactly what you are changing before you send anything. On Manage, your broker reviews your counter before it goes to the buyer. On Launch, Aria explains the terms clearly and you send the counter yourself.

Question 29

What happens if the buyer asks for repairs after inspection?

Accepted Answer

On Manage, your broker reviews the repair request before you respond and helps evaluate which items are reasonable. On Launch, Aria breaks down each repair item and explains the typical approach.

Question 30

How do negotiations work without a listing agent?

Accepted Answer

Negotiations happen through your dashboard with Aria explaining each term. In Texas, negotiations happen in writing through amendments to the TREC contract. You are never forced to decide under pressure without understanding the document in front of you.

Question 31

What closing costs does a seller pay in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Texas sellers typically pay 1% to 3% of the sale price in closing costs (not counting commission). Common costs include title insurance (0.5–1%), title company fees ($300–$700), prorated property taxes, HOA transfer fees, and recording fees. Waymark's flat fee is separate from these closing costs.

Question 32

Do I still pay title company fees if I use Waymark?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Title company fees are paid at closing and are separate from Waymark's flat fee. These costs exist regardless of whether you use a traditional agent or a flat fee service.

Question 33

What fees are not included in Waymark's flat fee?

Accepted Answer

Waymark's flat fee covers MLS listing, Aria guidance, and broker oversight. Not included: title insurance, closing fees, prorated property taxes, buyer agent compensation, buyer concessions, photo add-ons, and repair costs.

Question 34

How much money can I save by using Waymark instead of a traditional listing agent?

Accepted Answer

On a $350,000 home, a 3% commission costs $10,500. With Waymark Launch at $699, you keep $9,801 more at closing. On a $500,000 home, you keep $14,301 more. These figures represent listing-side commission savings only.

Question 35

What photo add-on services does Waymark offer?

Accepted Answer

Photo enhancement ($4/image), virtual staging ($30/image), day-to-dusk conversion ($10/image), and object removal (from $16/image). All are optional and available through your seller dashboard.

Question 36

How does the yard sign work?

Accepted Answer

Your dashboard includes a print-ready PDF yard sign file. Download and order an 18x24 corrugated plastic sign from any print shop. The sign includes a QR code that routes every buyer through Aria first for lead qualification.

Question 37

Is selling without a listing agent legal in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Texas law allows homeowners to sell their property without hiring a listing agent. Waymark operates under a licensed Texas brokerage with active SABOR and HAR board memberships. Every listing is submitted under a licensed broker and is fully TREC compliant.

Question 38

Is Waymark fully TREC compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Waymark is brokered by Marelli Properties (TREC License 639078). Every listing is submitted under a licensed broker, every disclosure process follows TREC requirements, and every listing is reviewed for fair housing compliance.

Question 39

Which Texas cities does Waymark serve?

Accepted Answer

San Antonio (SABOR MLS), Houston (HAR MLS), Austin (ACTRIS MLS), and Dallas (NTREIS MLS). Each listing is submitted to the appropriate local MLS board under a licensed Texas broker.

Question 40

Is Waymark available in San Antonio?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Waymark submits listings directly to the SABOR MLS through a licensed broker with an active SABOR board membership.

Question 41

Is Waymark available in Houston?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Waymark submits listings directly to the HAR MLS through a licensed broker with an active HAR board membership.

Question 42

Is Waymark available in Austin?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Waymark submits listings to the ACTRIS MLS through a licensed Texas broker.

Question 43

Is Waymark available in Dallas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Waymark submits listings to the NTREIS MLS through a licensed Texas broker.

Everything sellers ask before they list without an agent.

What Waymark is and how it works

Is Waymark legitimate and is it right for you

Where your home appears and who sees it

Choosing the right tier for your sale

What Aria does and what Aria never does

What your licensed broker handles

How showings, open houses, and buyer contact work

From offer to closing

Counters, inspections, and repair requests

What you pay at closing beyond the Waymark fee

Plans, savings, and photo add-ons

Texas law, TREC, and brokerage compliance

Where Waymark serves homeowners

You don't have to give up 3%.
You don't have to figure it out yourself.

Everything sellers ask before they list without an agent.

What Waymark is and how it works

Is Waymark legitimate and is it right for you

Where your home appears and who sees it

Choosing the right tier for your sale

What Aria does and what Aria never does

What your licensed broker handles

How showings, open houses, and buyer contact work

From offer to closing

Counters, inspections, and repair requests

What you pay at closing beyond the Waymark fee

Plans, savings, and photo add-ons

Texas law, TREC, and brokerage compliance

Where Waymark serves homeowners

You don't have to give up 3%.
You don't have to figure it out yourself.

Everything sellers ask before they list without an agent.

What Waymark is and how it works

Is Waymark legitimate and is it right for you

Where your home appears and who sees it

Choosing the right tier for your sale

What Aria does and what Aria never does

What your licensed broker handles

How showings, open houses, and buyer contact work

From offer to closing

Counters, inspections, and repair requests

What you pay at closing beyond the Waymark fee

Plans, savings, and photo add-ons

Texas law, TREC, and brokerage compliance

Where Waymark serves homeowners

You don't have to give up 3%.You don't have to figure it out yourself.

Everything sellers ask before they list without an agent.

What Waymark is and how it works

Is Waymark legitimate and is it right for you

Where your home appears and who sees it

Choosing the right tier for your sale

What Aria does and what Aria never does

What your licensed broker handles

How showings, open houses, and buyer contact work

From offer to closing

Counters, inspections, and repair requests

What you pay at closing beyond the Waymark fee

Plans, savings, and photo add-ons

Texas law, TREC, and brokerage compliance

Where Waymark serves homeowners

You don't have to give up 3%.You don't have to figure it out yourself.

You don't have to give up 3%.
You don't have to figure it out yourself.

You don't have to give up 3%.
You don't have to figure it out yourself.