How much is a real estate agent commission—and who actually pays it? These are common questions among homebuyers and sellers navigating a real estate transaction, and the answers have changed recently ...

The NAR settlement has certainly reshaped real estate, but it hasn’t removed the need for full-time professionals — or the value they bring. That’s why I wanted to spotlight how I see top brokers are ...

When buying or selling a home, some of your costs are unavoidable and carry a fixed fee. Many, however, can be negotiated. If you are a buyer, you may get a lower mortgage rate and you can work with ...

Homebuyers are now required to sign a buyer-broker representation agreement before working with a real estate agent. Photo courtesy Getty Images. The process of selling a home significantly changed on ...

With over four years of experience writing in the housing market space, Robin Rothstein demystifies mortgage and loan concepts, helping first-time homebuyers and homeowners make informed decisions as ...

In this do-it-yourself digital age, home sellers and buyers alike might wonder if they really need real estate agents — or, more precisely, if they need to pay agent fees. Just how crucial are these ...

Last week we explored escrow and title insurance pricing. Today’s tips are on finding your best buyers’ real estate agent and negotiating the commission. Starting with the buyers’ realty agent, if you ...

Under new real estate commission rules, it is now clear that home sellers have a wide range of choices when deciding how to sell their property. Photo courtesy Getty Images. The process of selling a ...