FastExpert vs OpCity
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)
Realtor.com's pay-at-close referral arm (powered by Move/Opcity tech) — connects consumer leads to agents with live-transfer phone handoff.
Free to join (30-35% at close)
FastExpert vs OpCity: feature comparison
| Feature | FastExpert | OpCity |
|---|---|---|
| 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
OpCity — Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Live-transfer phone handoff improves contact rate
- ✓Realtor.com consumer funnel behind it
- ✓No upfront cost
- ✓Strong for agents who can answer quickly
Cons
- ✗30-35% fee on the higher end
- ✗Speed-to-answer required — slow agents get bypassed
- ✗Non-exclusive leads in some cases
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