Transparent Pricing · Los Angeles & Orange County
Two Tiers.
One Flat Fee.
Zero Surprises.
A traditional 2.5% commission on a $900K home is $22,500. On a $2.5M home it's $62,500. Roman charges a single flat fee — the same regardless of price — and every dollar above it comes back to you as a closing cost credit at closing.
Tier 1 — Homes Under $1,500,000
$7,250
Flat fee · any LA or OC purchase below $1.5M
Save up to $27,750 at 2.5%
Glendale · Burbank · Pasadena · Studio City · Sherman Oaks · Torrance · Long Beach · Irvine · Huntington Beach · Mission Viejo
Tier 2 — Homes $1,500,000 and Above
$9,250
Flat fee · luxury & high-value homes
Save up to $65,750 at 2.5%
Beverly Hills · Santa Monica · Pacific Palisades · Brentwood · Manhattan Beach · Encino · Calabasas · Newport Beach · Laguna Beach · Dana Point
Full Pricing Detail
Everything That's Included — Both Tiers
Both tiers provide identical full buyer representation. The fee is higher for higher-priced homes because the transaction complexity increases — not because the service level changes.
Tier 1 — Most LA & OC Purchases
$7,250
Flat fee · homes priced under $1,500,000
Glendale · Burbank · Pasadena · Studio City · Sherman Oaks · Torrance · Long Beach · Woodland Hills · Silver Lake · West Hollywood · Irvine · Huntington Beach · Mission Viejo · Costa Mesa
- Written Buyer Representation Agreement (BRBC) stating $7,250 as maximum fee
- Home tours as needed across all of LA County and Orange County
- Comparable market analysis for every offer
- Offer writing & full RPA preparation
- Negotiation strategy & counter-offer management
- Full disclosure review — TDS, SPQ, natural hazard
- Escrow & closing coordination through COE
- Closing cost credit on all commission above $7,250
- Direct access to Roman throughout the transaction
- Best fit for decisive buyers with a clear target area and budget
Tier 2 — Luxury & High-Value Homes
$9,250
Flat fee · homes priced $1,500,000 and above
Beverly Hills · Santa Monica · Pacific Palisades · Brentwood · Manhattan Beach · Encino · Calabasas · Newport Beach · Laguna Beach · Dana Point · Coto de Caza
- Written Buyer Representation Agreement (BRBC) stating $9,250 as maximum fee
- Home tours as needed across all of LA County and Orange County
- Comparative market analysis for every offer
- Offer writing & full RPA preparation
- Negotiation strategy & counter-offer management
- Full disclosure review — TDS, SPQ, natural hazard, HOA documents
- Escrow & closing coordination through COE
- Closing cost credit on all commission above $9,250
- Direct access to Roman throughout the transaction
- Best fit for buyers ready to move when the right home appears
How the closing cost credit works: The excess commission is negotiated into your Residential Purchase Agreement as a seller concession — a documented credit that reduces your out-of-pocket costs at closing. Roman discloses the exact available amount before any offer is written. Learn exactly how it works →
Real Savings Examples
What You Keep — By Price Point
These are real numbers based on a 2.5% seller commission offer — the most common rate in Los Angeles and Orange County. Your actual credit depends on what each seller offers.
$7,250 flat fee tier
$900,000
Glendale · Burbank · Studio City
Seller's 2.5% commission$22,500
Roman's flat fee$7,250
Your closing cost credit$15,250
Traditional 2.5% agent cost$22,500
$7,250 flat fee tier
$1,350,000
Pasadena · Porter Ranch · Woodland Hills
Seller's 2.5% commission$33,750
Roman's flat fee$7,250
Your closing cost credit$26,500
Traditional 2.5% agent cost$33,750
$9,250 flat fee tier
$2,500,000
Beverly Hills · Santa Monica · Newport Beach
Seller's 2.5% commission$62,500
Roman's flat fee$9,250
Your closing cost credit$53,250
Traditional 2.5% agent cost$62,500
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Calculate Your Exact Savings
Drag to your purchase price. The tier switches automatically at $1.5M and your estimated closing cost credit updates instantly.
Figures are estimates based on the seller commission rate you select. The actual credit depends on what each seller has offered — Roman always discloses the exact amount before any offer is written.
Your Estimated Closing Cost Credit
$15,250
Active tier: $7,250 flat fee (under $1.5M)
$900,000
Seller commission$22,500
Roman's flat fee (Tier 1)$7,250
Your closing cost credit$15,250
Traditional 2.5% agent$22,500
Is This Model Right for You?
Roman's Flat Fee Model Is Built for a Specific Type of Buyer
The flat fee model delivers maximum value to buyers who come prepared. If you know what you want and are ready to move decisively, you get elite professional representation at a fraction of the traditional cost.
This model works exceptionally well if you…
The ideal Roman client
- Know the neighborhoods you want and have done your research
- Have a clear budget and pre-approval in place before starting
- Are ready to act decisively when the right home appears
- Want a seasoned expert to handle the offer, negotiation, and closing
- Understand that a lower fee = more money in your pocket at closing
- Value direct agent access over a large team or tech platform
- Have been through the process before or have done serious homework
Roman has closed 200+ homes over 22 years across Southern California. His clients tend to be focused, informed buyers who want expert execution — not a guided tour of the market.
A different model may serve you better if you…
Consider these alternatives
- Are still exploring broadly and unsure what area or price range fits
- Need a high volume of tours before feeling confident in a decision
- Want frequent check-ins, market education sessions, and hand-holding throughout
- Have not yet spoken to a lender or determined your budget
- Are 6–12+ months away from being ready to make an offer
This is not a judgment — some buyers genuinely need a more exploratory, full-support experience. Roman's model is optimized for a different buyer profile, and being upfront about that leads to better outcomes for everyone.
Flat Fee Pricing
Simple, Transparent Flat Fee Pricing
Two tiers. No percentage commissions. No hidden costs. The flat fee is the maximum Roman earns from any source -- any seller commission above that comes back to you as a closing cost credit at settlement.
Tier 1 — Most Purchases
$7,250
For homes priced under $1,500,000
This flat fee is stated in the Buyer Representation Agreement as the maximum compensation from any source. On a $1M home at 2.5% seller commission, your closing cost credit is $17,750. On a $1.4M home, the credit is $27,750.
Tier 2 — Luxury Purchases
$9,250
For homes priced $1,500,000 and above
Same full service at a slightly higher flat fee reflecting the additional complexity of luxury transactions. On a $2M home at 2.5% seller commission, your closing cost credit is $40,750. On a $3M home, the credit is $65,750.
How the closing cost credit works: Roman's flat fee is documented in the Buyer Representation Agreement before any offer is written. When the seller offers a buyer agent commission, Roman collects his flat fee and the remainder is returned to you as a closing cost credit on the settlement statement at closing. The exact dollar amount is disclosed before your offer is submitted.
Pricing FAQ
Common Pricing Questions
Are there any hidden fees or extra charges?
No. The flat fee — $7,250 or $9,250 — is the maximum Roman earns, stated in writing in your BRBC before any tours or offers. There are no per-tour fees, no transaction fees, no admin fees, and no charges tied to the purchase price. One flat fee, everything included.
What if the seller offers less than the flat fee?
In the rare case a seller offers less than the flat fee, the buyer pays the difference. Roman always discloses this clearly in writing before any offer is submitted — no surprises at closing. In practice, most sellers in LA and OC still offer 2%–3%, which exceeds both tier amounts.
Is the closing cost credit taxable income?
The credit is structured as a seller concession in your purchase contract — generally not considered taxable income by the IRS. For tax-specific guidance specific to your situation, consult your CPA.
Why are there two tiers instead of one flat fee?
Luxury transactions involve meaningfully more complexity — higher-value disclosures, HOA document reviews, more intricate negotiations, and more at stake at every step. The $2,000 difference between tiers reflects the additional time and expertise required, not a percentage of the home price. Both tiers remain dramatically below a traditional percentage-based commission.
What type of buyer is Roman's model best suited for?
Roman's model works best for informed, decisive buyers who know the neighborhoods they want, have pre-approval in place, and need an experienced expert to execute the offer and closing strategy. It is not designed for buyers who are still broadly exploring or need significant hand-holding through the search process. See the full fit guide.
How does the closing cost credit get applied at closing?
The excess commission is negotiated into your Residential Purchase Agreement as a seller concession before any offer is submitted. It is fully disclosed to your lender and escrow officer and credited directly at closing, reducing the cash you need to bring. Full explanation here.
Does Roman serve all cities in LA and OC?
Yes. Roman serves all of Los Angeles County and Orange County — 50+ cities including Studio City, Glendale, Pasadena, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Irvine, Newport Beach, and many more. Both flat fee tiers apply across every city.