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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. The negotiation would continue until the parties agreed to the terms of the sale.

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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 home appraisal is something you can negotiate prior to going under contract as well, or even while under contract. It's one of the final steps after going under contract.

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Selling a House Without a Realtor in Texas: An Essential Guide

Listing Spark

Selling a house without a realtor, also known as For Sale By Owner (FSBO), can be an appealing option for homeowners looking to maximize their profits in the Lone Star State. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential steps, documents, and considerations needed to successfully sell your home without a realtor in Texas.

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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. Related Reading Play the Field and Lose the Game: Work With Just One Realtor (on popehandy.com) What makes an offer lowball? If the buyer agrees, that’s a concession. Let common sense prevail!

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The REO Guide: 10 Steps to Buying a Bank-Owned Home

PennyMac

Multiple Listing Service: Lenders and Realtors® often use the Multiple Listing Service to list REO properties, making it easy to find options from multiple lenders in one place. Real estate agent: A real estate agent will be able to find REO offerings from multiple lenders in your desired area.