Jared Lindstrom

Contributing Writer

Jared Lindstrom is a contributing writer for Anytime Estimate. Jared specializes in discount real estate brokers, low-commission realtors, and personal finance, with a background in financial literacy, health and wellness, and personal development. He holds a B.S. in Elementary Education from Tennessee Technological University.

Featured Published Articles

  • Help-U-Sell is a franchise discount real estate brokerage that offers full-service support at a flat rate. Each franchise has the independence to set pricing and services, which can cause inconsistencies from location to location. Compared to the percentage-based commissions of traditional real estate agents, Help-U-Sell’s flat rate simplifies selling costs, but the fee you pay…

  • SimpleShowing is a discount real estate company from Atlanta, GA, that boasts a 1% commission rate — nearly one-third of typical realtors. And while the low commission rate can save you thousands, the company’s minimum $5,000 realtor fee could offset your savings. The discount brokerage keeps costs low by leveraging a modern tech-based selling approach…

  • 72SOLD is a real estate company that advertises a quick selling process (in as few as 11 days) without sacrificing profit. The company’s selling system focuses on an aggressive marketing timeline to find motivated buyers without waiting. According to case studies on its website, 72SOLD’s program sells homes at a higher price point than competitors.…

  • As the largest iBuyer in the United States, Opendoor makes selling a house much easier for homeowners because it eliminates the need to: In exchange for this convenience, you'll pay a 5% service fee, plus repair costs, which can vary. You should also be prepared to get less for your home than it's really worth.…

  • Limited-service real estate agents can save real-estate savvy homeowners on realtor fees. These agents offer different pricing tiers and a la carte services, giving you more control over the process. However, that freedom comes with less support from your real estate professional. One common pitfall of selling a home on your own is that it…

  • Realtor commissions may drop with recent NAR policy changes. Learn how to lower your commission rates now.