SELLING IN ALABAMA
Complete compliance guide for selling your home in Alabama. Meydomo handles all state-specific requirements, MLS compliance, and legal disclosures.
Last updated November 10, 2025
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Licensed Qualifying Broker Supervision
Every Meydomo transaction in Alabama operates under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker who ensures full regulatory compliance:
- • Daily: Review all new listings, price changes, and advertising
- • Weekly: Audit 10% of active files for compliance
- • Monthly: Reconcile trust accounts and verify licenses
- • 24/7 Escalation: Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for direct Broker access
- • Coverage: E&O insurance on every transaction
AI handles the volume. Broker ensures compliance. You get both for $199 + $999.
Alabama Real Estate Overview
Alabama adheres to the doctrine of caveat emptor ("let the buyer beware") for used residential property sales. Real estate closings may be handled by title companies, escrow agents, or attorneys. The state imposes no unusual restrictions on real estate commissions or service models; flat-fee brokerage arrangements are legal.
Federal Compliance Checklist
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Disclosure
Federal law (Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992) requires sellers of homes built before 1978 to disclose any known lead-based paint or lead hazards and provide buyers with the EPA’s lead hazard information pamphlet. Buyers must also be given a 10-day opportunity to conduct a lead paint inspection or waive that right.
Fair Housing Act (No Discriminatory Advertising)
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, sellers (and their agents) must not publish any advertisement for the listing that expresses a discriminatory preference based on protected classes (e.g. race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin). For example, statements such as 'no children' or other exclusions in home listings are unlawful.
State-Level Rules Sellers Must Follow
Caveat Emptor Doctrine
Alabama is a buyer beware (caveat emptor) state with no general requirement for sellers to provide a property condition disclosure form. However, sellers may not actively conceal or misrepresent known material defects. In Alabama, courts have held that sellers must disclose defects that affect health or safety if known. Failing to disclose such hazards or lying in response to buyer questions can lead to fraud liability.
Brokerage Services Disclosure Form
Alabama law requires real estate licensees to provide a "Real Estate Brokerage Services Disclosure" form that explains the agency relationship options to consumers. The listing agent must provide this disclosure to the seller at the time of listing (the seller’s signature on the form is not required by law, but the agent must sign and date it).
County & City Considerations
Local Ordinances
There are no significant city or county-specific disclosure requirements for home sales in Alabama beyond state law. Sellers should ensure compliance with general local property and safety codes (for example, obtaining permits for any renovations), but no special local seller disclosure forms are mandated.
Seller Disclosure Requirements
What sellers must disclose in Alabama:
- No general seller's property condition disclosure form mandated by statute
- Sellers must disclose defects if directly asked by buyer
- Cannot actively conceal defects - fraud liability applies
- Fire or smoke damage must be disclosed if known
- Federal lead-based paint disclosure required for pre-1978 homes
MLS Rules & Listing Logistics
Listing Agreement Required
Only a licensed real estate broker who is a member of the MLS can list a property on the MLS. Alabama regulations and MLS rules require having a written listing agreement signed by the seller before placing the home on the MLS. This agreement authorizes the broker to offer compensation to buyer agents via the MLS.
Clear Cooperation Policy
MLSs in Alabama follow NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy. This policy requires that within one business day of marketing a property to the public, the listing broker must submit the listing to the MLS for cooperation. If a seller opts to keep a listing off the MLS (an “office exclusive”), the seller must sign an MLS exclusion form certifying they do not want it disseminated to other brokers.
MLS Listing Content Rules
Alabama MLS rules impose various listing content requirements. For example, listings must include at least one property photograph (often a front exterior) within a few days of entry. Listing information must be accurate; material errors or omissions can result in MLS fines. Also, any remarks in the MLS must comply with Fair Housing guidelines (no discriminatory language).
How Much Equity You Keep on a $281,000 Sale
Every seller sees the math before launch. We assume a $8,430 buyer-agent incentive (3%) across all options so you can compare apples-to-apples with “flat fee” services that tack on a percentage at closing.
| Option | Upfront Fees | Due at Closing | Total Listing Cost | Buyer Agent (3%) | Total Listing & Selling Costs | Savings vs 6% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meydomo Flat-Fee MLS1 | $199 | $999 | $1,198 | $8,430 | $9,628 | $7,232 |
| Housecoin “Flat Fee”2 | $0 | $2,810 | $2,810 | $8,430 | $11,240 | $5,620 |
| Houzeo Silver Plan3 | $249 | $1,405 | $1,654 | $8,430 | $10,084 | $6,776 |
| Traditional 6% Agent4 | $0 | $8,430 | $8,430 | $8,430 | $16,860 | — |
* Buyer-agent line assumes a 3% incentive across every scenario. Sellers can set Meydomo buyer-agent payouts anywhere from 2% to 3%.
1 Meydomo pricing: $199 to launch, $999 at close. Buyer-agent incentives remain optional.
2 Housecoin advertises no upfront cost but charges 1% of sale price at close (marketed as “flat fee”).
3 Houzeo Silver plan: $249 list fee plus 0.5% at close, subject to $999 minimum (houzeo.com/pricing).
4 Traditional listing assumed 3% listing-side commission and 3% buyer-agent commission (typical 6% split).
Alabama Seller FAQ
How does Meydomo's $999 service work for sellers in Alabama?
We handle MLS entry, buyer-agent coordination, disclosures, and closing support under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker. You pay $199 today and $999 when the deal closes—no percentage commission. Every transaction includes daily Broker review, weekly file audits, and professional oversight.
Who supervises the AI agents in Alabama?
Our licensed Qualifying Broker maintains non-delegable supervisory responsibility for all transactions. The Broker performs daily reviews of new listings and price changes, weekly audits of active files (minimum 10%), monthly trust account reconciliation, and immediate intervention for complex situations. This ensures full compliance with state real estate laws.
Can I still offer buyer-agent commission in Alabama?
Yes. You decide what to offer buyer agents (often 2–3%). Meydomo publishes it in the MLS and we show how it affects your net in the cost table and calculator. Our Broker reviews all commission structures for compliance.
What happens when an agent calls from Alabama?
Our AI agents answer inbound calls instantly with licensed Qualifying Broker oversight, qualify buyers, and route serious inquiries to you or your transaction coordinator so you never miss momentum. The Broker monitors all interactions for compliance and intervenes when professional judgment is needed.
Can I get compliance help with Alabama disclosures?
Yes. We walk you through every required form, double-check timelines, and keep a shared checklist so nothing slips through state or MLS rules. Our Qualifying Broker reviews all disclosures before publication to ensure legal compliance.
How can I reach the Qualifying Broker directly?
Direct Broker escalation is available 24/7. Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for priority routing, or email broker-escalation@meydomo.com. Response time is within 4 hours for urgent matters, 24 hours for general concerns. The Broker handles complex negotiations, regulatory issues, and any situation requiring professional real estate judgment.
Tools to Plan Your Alabama Sale
Commission Savings Calculator
See the exact dollars you keep in Alabama: $11,000-$24,000 savings vs traditional $12,000-$25,000 commissions.
Launch tool →Offer Comparison Grid
Line up every Alabama offer and see which terms actually deliver the highest net.
Launch tool →Closing Timeline Planner
Map every disclosure, inspection, and funding deadline required in Alabama.
Launch tool →Commission Savings in Alabama
Compare a traditional 6% listing with Meydomo's $199 upfront + $999 at closing. Adjust the buyer-agent incentive to match your plan.
Enter a sale price and commission assumptions to see the dollar impact of Meydomo's flat fee.
Closing Timeline Generator
Timeline automation ships in Phase 2. Beta testers get first access when we roll out inspection, financing, and escrow countdowns.
Explore the toolMarket Insights & Trends (2024-2025)
Current Market Data
- • Median home price: ~$281,000 (below national median)
- • Year-over-year increase: +4.1% (March 2025)
- • Strong buyer demand in Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile
- • Tight inventory in urban centers, balanced statewide
- • Attractive for first-time buyers and investors
Cities We Serve in Alabama
Meydomo provides comprehensive MLS coverage and compliance expertise across all major population centers in Alabama.
Rank #1
Birmingham
Estimated population: 212,424
Rank #2
Montgomery
Estimated population: 201,717
Rank #3
Mobile
Estimated population: 193,717
Rank #4
Huntsville
Estimated population: 188,973
Rank #5
Tuscaloosa
Estimated population: 96,352
Rank #6
Hoover
Estimated population: 84,100
Don't see your city listed?
We serve every community in Alabama.
Call (448) 408-1873 and we’ll assemble the right local team.
Our Alabama Broker Network
Meydomo partners with licensed brokers throughout Alabama to ensure full MLS coverage and compliance with state real estate laws.
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