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Opinion: Navigating buyer agent compensation

Housing Wire

While the settlement does not address this issue directly, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Statement in the Nosalek lawsuit does: Buyers would have the ability to request in their purchase offer that the sellers pay a specified amount to the buyer broker from the proceeds of the home sale. Here is an example of how that might work.

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Homes are selling well over listing prices as buyers compete against each other

Housing Wire

Mimi Foster, a real estate agent, told MarketWatch the home was like “walking into a crime scene.”. She received multiple cash offers that were well over the asking price. If you’re looking to buy a home, be prepared to make an offer higher than what’s listed. In today’s market, sellers are juggling multiple offers at once.

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Realtor scripts for managing seller expectations

Housing Wire

They believe their home is special and people will be knocking on the door with full price offers within days of hitting the market. The agent , of course! There are a few less showings and a few less offers and more days on the market. When that doesn’t happen, who do they blame? The market has calmed a bit in some areas.

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How to Conduct a Smooth Real Estate Transaction

McKissock

As a buyer agent , it is your job to be the voice of reason, the buffer, and sometimes the peacemaker. In these stressful situations, buyers may take comfort in knowing that they’ve put forth their strongest offer. . Free Guide : Become a social media master with this free Social Media Toolkit for Real Estate Agents.

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10 Real Estate Tips BEFORE You Sell Your Home

Raleigh Realty

Find A Reputable Real Estate Agent Probably the most valuable tip you can take with you when you are selling your home is to find a real estate agent that will guide you through the process. A great Agent will net you more money even while paying a commission. So how do we determine how much you should be listing your home for?

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Appraisals 101: What to Expect From the Home Appraisal Process

Raleigh Realty

Like making counter-offers and going through the home inspection process, the home appraisal can be a sticking point between buyer and seller. The first thing you should do: call your agent, tell them the appraisal price is the highest you're willing to pay, and have them tell the seller so.

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Seller concession

San Jose Real Estate

The seller might counter offer that since they are living in the home, they want that access restricted to 5 or 10 days. If the buyer agrees, that’s a concession.

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