Realty Software

FastExpert vs UpNest

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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Agent-matching with commission-competition — consumers receive competing proposals from local agents, selecting based on terms and credentials.

Free to join (30% at close)

FastExpert vs UpNest: feature comparison

Feature	FastExpert	UpNest
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

UpNest — Pros & Cons

Pros

Commission transparency attracts motivated consumers
News Corp / Realtor.com backing
National coverage
Pay-at-close model

Cons

Commission competition can pressure margins
30% referral fee is on the higher end
Not a fit for agents unwilling to discount

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