Business Details
Trusted Hourly Fee Real Estate Services in Seattle
PLOG Real Estate Consulting provides hourly fee-based real estate brokerage services for residential and commercial property owners. Our team combines decades of industry experience with technical expertise in land development and civil engineering to deliver professional, transparent real estate solutions. As a fee-based broker, we offer the same comprehensive services as traditional firms while helping clients retain more equity through cost-effective pricing models.Our approach emphasizes customization, responsiveness, and local market knowledge across urban and rural areas of Western Washington. With a unique background in engineering and land surveying, we bring analytical precision to real estate transactions while maintaining a client-focused, personable service experience.
Services
Residential Sales
Commercial Sales
Land Development
Buyer Representation
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined real estate and engineering expertise
- Our fee-based model saves clients tens of thousands over traditional brokers
- Customizable service packages tailored to individual client needs
- Deep local knowledge of urban and rural Western Washington markets
- Direct access to engineering and land development specialists through sister company
Services
Residential Sales
Our fee-based residential sales service helps homeowners maximize equity through transparent time-and-materials pricing. We provide full-service marketing, transaction management, and negotiation while saving clients thousands compared to traditional percentage-based models. Our local expertise spans urban Seattle and rural Western Washington markets.
Commercial Sales
Specialized commercial real estate services for business owners and investors. We offer customized fee-based solutions for selling commercial properties, combining engineering insights with market analysis to optimize transaction outcomes. Services include property positioning, buyer qualification, and contract negotiation.
Land Development
Comprehensive land development solutions through our engineering sister company. We assist with raw land subdivision, zoning compliance, and infrastructure planning. Our integrated approach ensures technical precision in site analysis, platting, and development feasibility assessments for residential and commercial projects.
Buyer Representation
Fee-based buyer representation that reduces acquisition costs through seller-paid fees with rebates to clients. We provide full-service property search, market analysis, and negotiation while maintaining fiduciary responsibility to buyers. Our engineering background adds value in property condition assessments.
Project Management
End-to-end project management for real estate developments. We coordinate with builders, engineers, and local authorities to ensure timely execution of land development projects. Services include budget tracking, timeline management, and quality control for residential subdivisions and commercial developments.
People
Mark X. Plog
Designated and Managing Broker
Licensed land surveyor, civil engineer, and real estate broker with 30+ years in real estate development. Graduate of Texas A&M University and Washington resident since 1985. Combines technical expertise with local market knowledge.
Diana Kay
Broker
Native Washingtonian with deep roots in the state. Former Windermere broker brings urban and rural market expertise. Specializes in helping clients find ideal properties across Western Washington's diverse landscapes.
Questions
How does your fee-based model save money?
Clients pay hourly fees instead of percentage-based commissions, saving tens of thousands on transactions. The same services are provided with transparent cost tracking.
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in Western Washington including Seattle, Mercer Island, and surrounding rural communities. Our engineering background supports statewide land development projects.
Can you help with land development?
Yes, through our sister engineering company we offer complete land development services including surveying, platting, and infrastructure planning for residential and commercial properties.
What's included in your buyer services?
Full-service buyer representation with fee structures paid by sellers. Clients receive rebates or price reductions equal to the difference between our fees and traditional commissions.
How are service costs determined?
Costs are based on time and materials with detailed proposals outlining estimated hours and expenses. Clients receive regular updates and can modify service scopes as needed.
