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United Real Estate settles the commission lawsuits

Housing Wire

The company said in a statement that the settlement was the “best course of action as it will save United Real Estate significant legal fees and allow the company to move forward.” Additionally, United noted that it continues to deny the allegations made in the Gibson suit and that the settlement in no way acknowledges any wrongdoing.

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Fathom is the latest brokerage to settle the commission lawsuits

Housing Wire

Fathom Holdings , the parent company of Fathom Realty , has joined the list of corporate brokerages to settle the commission lawsuits. We continue to assert that Fathom never participated in any conspiracy to inflate commissions and continue to believe that due to our flat-fee model, there was no incentive to join any such conspiracy.

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CLOSING COST CREDITS also known as SELLERS CONCESSIONS will become even more common!

Lamacchia Realty

Typical closing costs that occur are the following: mortgage origination fees, appraisal, legal fees, title examination fees, lender and owner title insurance, transfer taxes/stamp fees, recording fees, prepaid interest, pre-paid escrow, homeowners insurance, flood insurance, if applicable, and more.

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5 Negotiation Secrets Smart Buyers Use to Get Better Deals

Berkshire Hathaway

Besides the purchasing price, your budget should also include other costs such as renovations, structural and environmental assessments, downtime during transitions, legal fees, realty commissions, taxes, and contingencies. You should also consider the financing options available for your investment property.

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