The Columbus Agents Services

Real Estate Team · Columbus, Ohio

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Here is what working with The Columbus Agents in Columbus typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

For home buyers

Buyer strategy session

Clarifies budget, loan pre-approval status and the representation agreement now required in Ohio.

Home search and private showings

Tours of homes for sale in and around Columbus, including new listings as they hit the market.

Offers and counteroffers

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

Contract-to-close management

Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.

For home sellers

Pricing analysis (CMA)

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

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

Marketing the listing

MLS exposure, online listing portals, signage and open houses where they make sense.

From showing to sold

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

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 Ohio rules.

Typical costs on a Columbus home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $247,002. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $247K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$6,175–$7,410
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$4,940–$7,410
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$4,940–$12,350
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 Columbus

Grove City, OH7.4 mi · $333K Worthington, OH9.2 mi · $489K Hilliard, OH9.8 mi · $385K Reynoldsburg, OH9.9 mi · $296K Dublin, OH11 mi · $565K Westerville, OH12 mi · $451K Canal Winchester, OH13 mi Pickerington, OH14 mi · $419K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Ohio?

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 The Columbus Agents work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how The Columbus Agents handles dual agency or designated agency under Ohio 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.