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FastExpert vs HomeLight

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FastExpert
Agent-matching network with a review-based ranking system — consumers pick from ranked agents in their market, with pay-at-close referral fees.
Free to join (25% at close)
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HomeLight
The largest US agent-matching platform — matches consumers with top local agents based on transaction history, with referral fees paid at close.
Free to join (25-33% at close)
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FastExpert vs HomeLight: feature comparison

FeatureFastExpertHomeLight
Buyer Referrals✓✓
Seller Referrals✓✓
Pay-at-Close Model✓✓
Data-Driven Matching✓✓
Exclusive Leads✗✗
National Coverage✓✓
Consumer-Facing Brand✓✓
Free to Join✓✓

FastExpert — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Review-based ranking — transparent to consumers
  • Lower qualification bar than HomeLight
  • Pay-at-close model
  • National coverage

Cons

  • 25% referral fee still significant
  • Requires actively soliciting reviews to rank
  • Lower consumer brand recognition than HomeLight

HomeLight — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Data-driven agent matching from MLS transaction history
  • Pay-at-close — no upfront cost
  • Strong consumer brand recognition
  • National coverage

Cons

  • 25-33% referral fee is a meaningful commission haircut
  • Non-exclusive leads in some markets
  • Top-agent bar is high — newer agents may not qualify
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