Ebby Halliday Realtors McKinney Services

Real Estate Brokerage · McKinney, Texas

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Here is what working with Ebby Halliday Realtors in McKinney in McKinney typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buyer services

First buyer meeting

A conversation about price range, neighborhoods around McKinney and the buyer agreement you sign before tours.

Showings in McKinney

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.

Contract-to-close management

Tracking deadlines for inspection, appraisal and financing until the keys change hands.

For home sellers

Pricing analysis (CMA)

A comparative market analysis based on recent sales near your McKinney home.

Getting the home market-ready

Staging suggestions, small fixes and scheduling professional photos.

Listing exposure

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

Offer review and negotiation

Comparing offers on price, terms and financing strength, then negotiating to a signed contract.

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 Texas rules.

Typical costs on a McKinney home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $472,118. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $472K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$11,803–$14,164
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$9,442–$14,164
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$9,442–$23,606
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 McKinney

Allen, TX7.3 mi · $485K Prosper, TX11 mi · $758K Frisco, TX13 mi · $639K Celina, TX13 mi · $512K Plano, TX13 mi · $493K Wylie, TX13 mi · $413K The Colony, TX17 mi · $399K Richardson, TX19 mi · $439K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Texas?

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 Ebby Halliday Realtors in McKinney work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Ebby Halliday Realtors in McKinney handles dual agency or designated agency under Texas 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.