Martin & Martin Realty Services

Real Estate Brokerage · Rolling Hills Estates, California

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Here is what working with Martin & Martin Realty in Rolling Hills Estates typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buyer services

Buyer consultation and agreement

Budget, timing, must-haves and the written buyer agreement required before touring.

Showings in Rolling Hills Estates

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offers and counteroffers

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

Getting to the closing table

Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.

For home sellers

Home valuation

A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Rolling Hills Estates area comparables.

Pre-listing checklist

Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.

Listing exposure

Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.

Showings, offers and closing

Scheduling showings, reviewing offers and managing the contract to closing.

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 California rules.

Typical costs on a Rolling Hills Estates home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $1,860,850. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $1.86M
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$46,521–$55,826
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$37,217–$55,826
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$37,217–$93,043
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 Rolling Hills Estates

Palos Verdes Estates, CA2.2 mi · $2.71M Rancho Palos Verdes, CA3.4 mi · $1.79M Torrance, CA3.5 mi · $1.1M Hermosa Beach, CA5.7 mi · $2.26M Lawndale, CA6.9 mi · $775K El Segundo, CA9.7 mi · $1.72M Long Beach, CA9.8 mi · $851K Downey, CA17 mi · $879K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in California?

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 Martin & Martin Realty work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Martin & Martin Realty handles dual agency or designated agency under California 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.