SELLING IN VIRGINIA
Complete compliance guide for selling your home in Virginia. Meydomo handles all state-specific requirements, MLS compliance, and legal disclosures.
Last updated November 10, 2025
Agent always available. $199 today, $999 at closing—no 6% surprises.
Licensed Qualifying Broker Supervision
Every Meydomo transaction in Virginia 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.
Virginia Real Estate Overview
Virginia uses title/escrow closings with a "buyer beware, with caveats" disclosure system. The market is above US median with steady gains.
Federal Compliance Checklist
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Disclosure
Federal law requires sellers of target housing (pre-1978) to disclose known lead-based paint/hazards and provide the EPA lead pamphlet, and allow a 10-day period for lead inspection if buyer wants.
Fair Housing Act (No Discriminatory Advertising)
Under federal and Virginia law, home sale advertising cannot express any bias based on protected classes. Virginia adds elderliness (55+) as protected. Thus, you can’t advertise 'no kids' or 'Catholic neighbors' etc..
State-Level Rules Sellers Must Follow
Residential Property Disclosure Act ("Buyer Beware" Notice)
Virginia’s approach (Va. Code §55.1-700 et seq.) is unique: sellers of 1–4 unit residential properties must give the buyer a **Residential Property Disclosure Statement**, but this form essentially tells the buyer that the seller makes **no representations or warranties** as to the condition of the property (except for a list of statutory required disclosures). In other words, Virginia’s standard form says “Buyer beware – you will be getting no info from seller on: condition, any zoning changes, etc., except as listed.” The exceptions where affirmative disclosure is required by the seller in Virginia are: if the property is in a locality with any pending enforcement of building or zoning code violations, if the property has a pending notice of a defective drywall (the Chinese drywall issue), if it was once a meth lab not cleaned up, and whether the property is in a military air zone or has a septic system not professionally pumped/inspected. Those are relatively narrow. So, in practice, Virginia sellers are not filling out a detailed condition questionnaire like many states – they simply provide the state’s Disclosure Notice to the buyer (which the buyer must sign) indicating the buyer’s responsibility to inspect. That said, the law does require sellers to truthfully answer any specific questions a buyer asks about the property’s condition, and common law prohibits active concealment of defects. For example, if a buyer asks “has the basement ever leaked?” the seller must answer truthfully if it has. And federal lead paint rules still apply. But generally, VA is a caveat emptor state – the buyer is expected to do due diligence. (Note: New home sales have their own warranty law, and some of those special cases aside.) Additionally, sellers must disclose if the property is subject to a pending rezoning that they know of, and they must give a separate form about any **historic district** ordinances if applicable. Also, new in 2020s: Virginia requires sellers to disclose any known “pending” legal drilling rights for gas (fracking) affecting the property, and that itself is a narrow scenario. So overall, Virginia’s required disclosure to buyers is basically a disclaimer. Buyers often hire thorough home inspectors as a result.
County & City Considerations
Local Requirements
Because Virginia’s approach is 'buyer beware,' local jurisdictions don’t impose additional disclosure forms. One local requirement: some historical cities (like Alexandria) require sellers to give buyers a pamphlet on local property laws (like a conservation district or the city’s noise ordinance) but those aren’t 'defect' disclosures, more informational. The state-mandated disclosure notice covers the basics statewide.
Seller Disclosure Requirements
What sellers must disclose in Virginia:
- Va. Code §55.1-700 et seq. requires Residential Property Disclosure
- Disclosure primarily informs buyers property sold "as is"
- Buyer bears responsibility to inspect
- Must disclose: stormwater facility, historic district, military air zone
- Defective drywall or septic issues disclosure required
MLS Rules & Listing Logistics
MLS Practices
In Virginia, MLS listings (for example, Bright MLS in Northern VA, or CVRMLS in Richmond) often state “Seller to deliver Residential Property Disclaimer” because the law allows the disclaimer. The MLS has an option to attach the signed Virginia disclosure form, but since it mostly says “no rep,” buyer agents are concerned with seeing that it was at least delivered and that any required exceptions (like if the seller *does* know of a defect under one of the limited categories) are attached. Bright MLS requires a primary photo, and enforces Clear Cooperation. There’s typically a field in MLS to say if there’s a pending historic zone designation or if the property is an attached home with homeowner’s association (HOA packet required by law to be delivered after contract in VA). The MLS encourages providing HOA information in listing but actual HOA docs come later as per statute. For fair housing compliance, the MLS in VA is very strict – they even caution against neighborhood descriptors like 'family-friendly,' etc. The Code of Ethics also compels Realtors to not hide defects – so ethically, many VA agents will still encourage their sellers to disclose major known issues in writing even though not legally mandated, to avoid later lawsuits and through buyer goodwill. But that’s broker-dependent, not MLS or state law required. So, the MLS’s main role is ensuring the state’s generic 'no representation' form gets acknowledged as delivered. And they fine on usual stuff (not updating status, etc.). It's a different dynamic from other states: buyer agents use MLS to glean information, but in VA that information from seller is minimal by design, so MLS remarks often just re-state “property sold as-is, inspections welcome.” It’s up to buyer to investigate.
How Much Equity You Keep on a $382,000 Sale
Every seller sees the math before launch. We assume a $11,460 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 | $11,460 | $12,658 | $10,262 |
| Housecoin “Flat Fee”2 | $0 | $3,820 | $3,820 | $11,460 | $15,280 | $7,640 |
| Houzeo Silver Plan3 | $249 | $1,910 | $2,159 | $11,460 | $13,619 | $9,301 |
| Traditional 6% Agent4 | $0 | $11,460 | $11,460 | $11,460 | $22,920 | — |
* 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).
Virginia Seller FAQ
How does Meydomo's $999 service work for sellers in Virginia?
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 Virginia?
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 Virginia?
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 Virginia?
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 Virginia 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 Virginia Sale
Commission Savings Calculator
See the exact dollars you keep in Virginia: $11,000-$24,000 savings vs traditional $12,000-$25,000 commissions.
Launch tool →Offer Comparison Grid
Line up every Virginia offer and see which terms actually deliver the highest net.
Launch tool →Closing Timeline Planner
Map every disclosure, inspection, and funding deadline required in Virginia.
Launch tool →Commission Savings in Virginia
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: ~$382,000
- • Year-over-year growth: +2.0%
- • Northern VA (D.C. suburbs) competitive
- • Hampton Roads and Richmond moderate but positive
- • Time on market: ~17 days statewide
Cities We Serve in Virginia
Meydomo provides comprehensive MLS coverage and compliance expertise across all major population centers in Virginia.
Rank #1
Virginia Beach
Estimated population: 449,733
Rank #2
Norfolk
Estimated population: 245,724
Rank #3
Chesapeake
Estimated population: 233,194
Rank #4
Arlington
Estimated population: 226,092
Rank #5
Richmond
Estimated population: 216,773
Rank #6
Newport News
Estimated population: 181,606
Don't see your city listed?
We serve every community in Virginia.
Call (448) 408-1873 and we’ll assemble the right local team.
Our Virginia Broker Network
Virginia's proximity to DC and military installations create unique market dynamics requiring regional expertise.
Ready to sell in Virginia?
Now that you know the requirements, start your $999 flat-fee listing and keep more of your equity.
Start for $199 (pay $999 at closing)