Rutman Realty Group Services

Real Estate Brokerage · Portsmouth, Ohio

12:26 PM in Portsmouth Directions

Here is what working with Rutman Realty Group in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and the buyer agreement you sign before tours.

Showings in Portsmouth

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offer strategy and negotiation

Comparable sales, offer terms, contingencies and inspection negotiations.

Closing coordination

Working with your lender, inspector and title company through closing.

For home sellers

Home valuation

A written price opinion built from sold, pending and active Portsmouth area comparables.

Listing preparation

Advice on repairs, staging and photography before the home goes live.

Listing exposure

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

Showings, offers and closing

Scheduling showings, reviewing offers and managing the contract to closing.

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 Ohio rules.

Typical costs on a Portsmouth home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $94,999. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $95K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$2,375–$2,850
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$1,900–$2,850
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$1,900–$4,750
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 Portsmouth

South Shore, KY2.3 mi · $129K Wheelersburg, OH7.7 mi · $198K Ashland, KY26 mi · $129K Grayson, KY28 mi · $172K Jackson, OH29 mi · $177K Maysville, KY41 mi · $161K Chillicothe, OH42 mi · $205K Gallipolis, OH43 mi · $179K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Ohio?

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 Rutman Realty Group work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Rutman Realty Group handles dual agency or designated agency under Ohio 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.