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Brokers prepare for changes after Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit verdict

Housing Wire

Pearson also has concerns about what this will now mean for how she and her agents handle client meetings or how to word things on open house fliers. “I I am working with an attorney to figure out how we are going to talk to people that come into open houses and what language we use on open house fliers,” Pearson said.

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‘Don’t panic:’ KW executives address agent questions on NAR commission settlement

Housing Wire

During a virtual open house hosted by Keller Williams to answer agent and broker questions about the settlements in the commission lawsuits , the overwhelming message was for real estate professionals to focus on what they can control. Cooperative compensation is still legal,” Papasan stressed. Don’t panic.

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‘Find buyers before agents!’ Mortgage industry reacts to the NAR settlement

Housing Wire

Loan officers and mortgage executives expect home sellers and homebuyers to negotiate more aggressively on commission paid to buyer agents, potentially bringing costs down. Meanwhile, trade groups representing lenders believe that more details on the settlement are needed to understand its coming impact on the housing market.

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9 tips for homebuyers in non-disclosure states

Housing Wire

Attend open houses and talk to other homeowners to get a sense of the market dynamics in the area. While the appraisal is not a guarantee of the final sale price, it can help you understand the fair market value of the home and can assist in making informed decisions during negotiations with the seller.

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Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home As-Is

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

However, sometimes properties may have specific problems that are too serious and can’t go unnoticed at an open house. The type and range of information you have to provide in the seller’s property disclosure will, of course, depend on the legal regulations of the state where you have the property.

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9 Things to Know Before Selling a Home For Sale by Owner

Raleigh Realty

How to Sell a House By Owner (FSBO) Before selling your home for sale by owner, it's important to understand the pros and cons, what's involved, and what to expect throughout the process. This is buyers, let's take a look at sellers: In order to understand the pros and cons of selling by owner let's start with a quick story.

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9 Takeaways: What is Dual Agency in Real Estate?

Raleigh Realty

What is Dual Agency in Real Estate and Should you Avoid it Most buyers and sellers are familiar with how listing agents and buyer’s agents work which leads us to the question of what is dual agency in real estate? My first transaction as a Real Estate Agent was as a dual agent representing both the buyer and the seller.