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We get it. Choosing between a traditional agent and KeyHive feels like a big decision. Here's the honest breakdown—no marketing spin, just the facts that matter to you.
"What am I actually paying for with an agent? And what am I giving up?"
This is the million-dollar question. Here's what the research actually shows.
Academic Research (US Study):
A comprehensive study comparing agent-listed properties vs. private sales found no significant difference in final selling prices. Properties on both platforms sold for essentially the same money. Read the study here
Australian Evidence:
In 2024, a Queensland seller went private and sold for $40,000 more than the agent's appraisalwhile saving $11K in fees. That's a $51K swing compared to using an agent.
Bottom line: Agents don't consistently get you more money. They mainly increase the probability of sale and can sell slightly faster—but you're paying massive fees for what's essentially a marketing service.
Here's the uncomfortable truth about agent motivations:
When it's their own money, agents wait for the best price. For clients? Not so much.
Our flat fee model fixes the incentive problem:
Zero conflicts of interest. Pure alignment with your goals.
Australia has the world's highest property selling costs. Here's what you're actually paying for.
On a $1M sale
$25K commission (2.5%)
$9K+ in extras
Plus ongoing campaign costs
Same $1M sale
Everything included
No hidden extras
Only pay when you sell
Money in your pocket
Enough for a holiday
Home improvements
Or simply keep it
2024 survey of 13,400 property seekers
55% want clearer price information
Tired of agent pricing games and underquoting
76% feel more confident with honest pricing
Ready to make offers when they know the real price
KeyHive delivers exactly this: transparent pricing, honest descriptions, direct communication. Happy buyers make better offers.
Happy buyers make better offers. Here's why buyers love dealing directly with sellers.
50% of inquiries get no response
Industry study found half of buyer inquiries are ignored
Pricing games and underquoting
Buyers waste time on homes they can't afford
Gatekeeping and limited access
Miss one Saturday viewing? Too bad.
Direct seller communication
Talk to the person who actually owns the house
Honest, transparent pricing
No games, no underquoting, just real prices
Flexible viewing times
Arrange inspections directly with the owner
When buyers have a better experience, more of them engage with your property. More competition means better offers and faster sales.
Your biggest asset deserves your full attention. Here's who makes the decisions.
You're paying premium prices to be a passenger in your own sale
Your property, your decisions, your timeline, your savings
Let's be honest about what's really happening in today's property market.
Reality check: In a strong seller's market, paying $30K+ for what amounts to posting your property online and handling paperwork is hard to justify.
Fair enough. Some people value convenience over savings.
This describes most smart property owners in 2025.
Research shows you'll likely get the same sale price either way. The only real difference? With KeyHive, you keep an extra $25K-$45K in your pocket.
Start free and discover a better way to sell. See what all the fuss is about.
No upfront costs. Only pay when you sell.
Still have questions?