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

Housing Wire

But even though home prices are at record highs , buyers are still in the market. Not only are they shopping, but they’re putting down offers well over the listing price. A buyer in Austin, Texas paid $1 million over a home’s listing price. How to negotiate your home purchase offer. Are you in the market for a home?

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Opinion: Navigating buyer agent compensation

Housing Wire

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) proposed settlement of litigation, recently given preliminary approval by the Court, has raised questions about whether buyers with limited resources, especially first-time home buyers , can afford closing costs. Here is an example of how that might work.

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DOJ thumps RealPage with another antitrust lawsuit over AI-driven rent pricing

Housing Wire

As a result, landlords can align rental prices, and tenants are limited in their ability to successfully negotiate counter offers or seek discounts. This type of conduct is egregious.” The complaint alleges that landlords using YieldStar agreed to provide RealPage “competitively sensitive data” that isn’t available to the public.

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Realtor scripts for managing seller expectations

Housing Wire

And I want to assure you that I will leave no stone unturned to find our perfect buyer. and Mrs. Seller, I am delighted to have the opportunity to represent you in the sale of your home. I have every reason to sell the property for the highest price possible because then I make more and you are happier!” “Now

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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. Here are some tips on how to make the real estate transaction process as smooth as possible for you and your buyer clients. Making an offer. Constructing a real estate offer is an art. Competing with other buyers.

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10 Real Estate Tips BEFORE You Sell Your Home

Raleigh Realty

While you do have a right to sell your home as-is, a large number of repairs needing to be done can be off-putting to prospective buyers and can sometimes extend the closing process. The first thing that is going to draw a prospective buyer to your home is the overall look of its exterior. It is what is going to draw a buyer in.

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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. As a buyer, you're entitled to a copy of your appraisal report promptly and no later than three days before your closing date. Finding that rare all-cash offer isn't easy.