Compass Services

Real Estate Brokerage · Gretna, Louisiana

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

For home buyers

Buyer consultation and agreement

Budget, timing, must-haves and the written buyer agreement required before touring.

Showings in Gretna

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

Listing price strategy

Comparable sales and current competition used to set a realistic asking price.

Pre-listing checklist

Which repairs are worth doing, decluttering and photo-day preparation.

MLS listing and marketing

Listing on the local MLS and syndication to the major home-search sites.

Offer review and negotiation

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

Focus areas

Rentals & Leasing

Help for tenants and landlords with leases.

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 Louisiana rules.

Typical costs on a Gretna home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $242,127. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $242K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$6,053–$7,264
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$4,843–$7,264
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$4,843–$12,106
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 Gretna

New Orleans, LA3.0 mi · $244K Chalmette, LA5.7 mi · $218K Metairie, LA7.6 mi · $328K Boutte, LA20 mi · $211K Laplace, LA28 mi Mandeville, LA31 mi · $360K Covington, LA39 mi · $322K Houma, LA46 mi · $188K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Louisiana?

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 Compass work with both buyers and sellers?

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