19+ years. $200M+ sold. Utah's only "Dr. of Real Estate." Here's exactly how Dr. Haws compares to discount brokers, Zillow agents, and typical Davis County realtors — in plain numbers.
A transparent comparison — no spin, just the facts.
| Feature | Dr. David R. Haws | Discount Broker | Zillow Agent | Typical Agent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Experience | 19+ years (since 2005) | Varies (often 1–3 yrs) | Varies widely | 3–7 years avg. |
| Total Sales Volume | $200M+ in closed transactions | Not disclosed | Not disclosed | $20–50M typical |
| Local Market Expertise | Davis & Weber County specialist | Statewide generalist | Assigned by zip code | Limited to 1–2 cities |
| Dedicated Agent | Dr. Haws personally handles your file | Shared team, high turnover | Rotated from referral pool | May hand off to assistant |
| VA Loan Expertise | Specialist — Hill AFB & military relocation | Limited support | Not specialized | Basic knowledge only |
| Negotiation Track Record | Avg. 2.1% above list price for sellers | No data published | No data published | No data published |
| Average Days on Market | 18 days avg. (2024–2025) | 30–45 days typical | 30+ days typical | 25–35 days typical |
| Marketing Package | Professional photos, video, social, YouTube | MLS listing only | Basic MLS + Zillow listing | Photos + MLS |
| Free Home Valuation | AI-powered + personal CMA | Automated estimate only | Zestimate only | Basic CMA |
| After-Sale Support | Lifetime client relationship | None after closing | None after closing | Varies |
| Commission (Listing) | Competitive — negotiated per transaction | $1,950 flat or 1.5% | 2.5–3% + referral fee | 2.5–3% |
| Commission (Buyer) | Free to buyers | Free to buyers | Free to buyers | Free to buyers |
Dr. Haws applies a diagnostic methodology to every transaction — analyzing market data, property condition, and neighborhood trends the way a physician analyzes symptoms. You get a precise diagnosis, not a generic opinion.
As the leading VA loan specialist near Hill Air Force Base, Dr. Haws has helped hundreds of active-duty service members and veterans use their $0-down VA benefit to purchase homes in Layton, Clearfield, and Syracuse. No other Davis County agent has this depth of military buyer experience.
At large real estate teams, your file gets handed to a transaction coordinator after the first meeting. With Dr. Haws, you work directly with him from first showing to closing table. One point of contact. Full accountability.
Dr. Haws is the only Davis County agent actively building a YouTube channel dedicated to Utah real estate education. Your listing gets video marketing exposure that no flat-fee service or Zillow agent can match.
Discount brokers save you 1–1.5% on commission but often cost you 2–3% in negotiated sale price. Dr. Haws' sellers average 2.1% above list price — meaning the commission pays for itself and then some.
Realty ONE Group Signature is a boutique brokerage that attracts top-producing agents. Unlike franchise offices that recruit anyone with a license, every agent here has a proven track record. You're not getting a new agent assigned from a call center.

Dr. David R. Haws has been diagnosing Utah's real estate market since 2005. With over $200M in closed transactions and 500+ homes sold across Davis and Weber County, he brings a physician's precision to every transaction — analyzing data, identifying problems before they become costly, and prescribing the right strategy for your specific situation.
Based at Realty ONE Group Signature in Farmington, UT, Dr. Haws specializes in VA loans and military relocation near Hill Air Force Base, luxury properties in Park City and Farmington, and first-time buyer guidance across the Wasatch Front.
Free consultation. No obligation. Just honest advice from 19 years of Utah real estate experience.