The Texas Move-Up Program

Buy New Construction.
Sell Your Current Home Free.

Moving up to a new-construction home? Receive an estimated closing credit on your new purchase and list your current home on the MLS for just $399 flat — no traditional listing commission. Both programs operated by EXL Realty Group under one roof.

$14,000
Estimated closing credit
on new construction*
+
$20,000+
Avoided vs. traditional
3% listing commission**
Combined potential savings on a $500K buy + $650K sell
$34,000+
vs. traditional 3% buyer commission + 3% seller commission model
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*Estimated closing credit on a $500,000 new-construction home (Limited Service, 3% buyer-agent commission). Subject to lender approval. **Savings vs. traditional 3% listing commission on a $650,000 home; actual savings depend on final sale price and buyer's agent commission offered. Buyer-agent compensation is negotiable and not set by law.

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How the Move-Up Program Works

Two independent programs that work together — coordinate them on your timeline, or use each one independently.

STEP 1 — BUY

Get a Buyer Rebate on New Construction

Register Jakir Malek (EXL Realty Group) as your buyer's agent before visiting any builder. The buyer-agent commission — minus our flat $1,000 fee — may be returned to you as an estimated closing credit at closing, subject to lender approval.

On a $500,000 new home
Builder commission (3%) $15,000
We retain (Limited Service) $1,000
Est. closing credit to you $14,000
Register With Your Builder
STEP 2 — SELL

List Your Current Home for $399 Flat

List your current home on the MLS through ListWithEXL — a flat-fee MLS listing service operated by EXL Realty Group. Your home syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, and 100+ portals. No traditional 3% listing commission.

On a $650,000 current home
Traditional 3% listing comm. $19,500
ListWithEXL flat fee (MLS List) $399
Commission savings $19,101
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Combined Move-Up Example
$33,101*
combined estimated savings: $14,000 buyer rebate + $19,101 avoided listing commission
New construction buy
$500,000 home
+$14,000 est. credit
Current home listing
$650,000 home
$399 vs. $19,500

*Savings estimates are illustrative. Buyer rebate subject to lender approval and 3% builder commission being offered. Seller savings vs. traditional 3% listing commission; you are still responsible for any buyer's agent commission you choose to offer. Results vary by transaction.

Move-Up vs. Traditional

What You Save vs. the Traditional Model

On a $500,000 new construction buy and a $650,000 current home sale.

Traditional Path

Buyer-agent commission (3%) $15,000
Buyer rebate received $0
Listing commission (3%) $19,500
Total commission cost $34,500
MOVE-UP PROGRAM

Move-Up Program

Buyer rebate (est. closing credit) −$14,000
Our fee (Limited Service) $1,000
ListWithEXL flat fee $399
Net commission cost $1,399

Estimates assume a 3% buyer-agent commission offered by the builder and a 3% traditional listing commission for comparison. Buyer rebate subject to lender approval. You are responsible for any buyer-agent commission you choose to offer on the sale of your current home. Results will vary. Not legal or financial advice.

Start Your Registration 469-829-7863
Sell Your Current Home

Flat-Fee MLS Listing Plans via ListWithEXL

Choose the plan that fits how much help you need. All plans are operated by EXL Realty Group under TREC #9015220.

MLS List
$399
6-month listing
  • MLS listing
  • Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia + 100+ portals
  • You handle inquiries & showings
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MLS Plus
$599
6-month listing
  • Everything in MLS List
  • Professional photos
  • Offer review & agent guidance
MLS Elite
$1,999
6-month listing
  • Everything in MLS Plus
  • Full agent negotiation support
  • Transaction coordination

All plans available at listwithexl.com · $0 at closing · TREC #9015220 · Contact us to enroll in the Move-Up Program

Move-Up Questions

Move-Up Program FAQ

Can I use the Move-Up Program anywhere in Texas?

Yes. The buyer rebate (estimated closing credit on new construction) is available statewide. The flat-fee MLS listing through ListWithEXL is also available statewide for NTREIS and other MLS boards. Both programs are operated under EXL Realty Group (TREC Broker License #9015220).

Do I have to sell and buy at the same time?

No — the two programs are completely independent. You can list your current home first and then buy new construction, or buy first and sell later. Many clients coordinate both closings to minimize overlap housing costs, but the timing is entirely up to you. We help you think through the sequencing when you contact us.

What does the flat-fee MLS listing include?

The MLS List plan ($399) includes a 6-month listing on the MLS, syndication to Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, and 100+ portals. You handle buyer inquiries and showings yourself. MLS Plus ($599) adds professional photography and offer review guidance. MLS Elite ($1,999) includes full agent negotiation support and transaction coordination. See listwithexl.com for full plan details.

Can the buyer rebate be used for closing costs on my new construction?

Subject to lender approval, the estimated closing credit can be applied to closing costs, a mortgage rate buydown, builder upgrades, or lot premiums. Each lender has its own limits on closing credits — discuss with your lender early to understand how your specific loan program handles them. We work closely with your lender to structure the credit in the most beneficial way.

How do I start the Move-Up Program?

Start with the step that's closest to happening first:

Buying new construction first? Register with us as your builder before visiting any model home. Takes 2 minutes, no cost.

Listing your current home first? Visit listwithexl.com to choose your plan and get your home on the MLS.

Want to coordinate both? Call or text 469-829-7863 and we'll help you plan the sequence.

Is the Move-Up Program legal and TREC-compliant?

Yes. Both programs are operated under EXL Realty Group, a licensed Texas real estate broker (TREC #9015220). Buyer rebates (sharing commission with buyers) are permitted under TREC rules. Flat-fee MLS listing is a standard and fully legal listing arrangement in Texas. Both are disclosed in writing and included in your buyer representation or listing agreement.

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Ready to Move Up?

Register as your buyer's agent before your first builder visit, and get your current home on the MLS for $399. One brokerage. Two programs. One move.

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