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17 Realtors® Go Back in Time: First Year Real Estate Advice

Raleigh Realty

and in order to answer that question, you need to understand how Real Estate Agents make money. How much commissions you make in your first year as a Realtor will be entirely dependent on you and how much business you're able to generate. What is the average price of sold homes in your area?

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How Does a Request for Repairs Work in California?

CA Realty Training

A buyer’s agent can issue the request for repairs during the transaction. When the deal closes, the buyer has a house they love, without the added need for repairs. When the deal closes, the buyer has a house they love, without the added need for repairs. The goal is to decide what, in detail, the home seller should fix. .

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Appraiser Liability Risks

Appraisal Today

Attorney Peter Christensen, general counsel at the Christensen Law Firm in Bozeman, Montana, notes that lawsuits against individual residential appraisers, or small residential AMCs, are fairly rare, and successful suits rarer still. However, it’s a good idea to know where the risks lie—and how to avoid them.

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Appraiser Countersues Alleged Discrimination

Appraisal Today

To read more, click here My comments: Long article and worth reading. My opinion is that everyone is biased against something. But I grew up in Tulsa, OK, next to Greenwood, an area of successful Black residents prior to 1921. What is most important is recognizing and not acting on your prejudice. Tate-Austin v.

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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions

Houston Properties

SUMMARY: Coming off a record year, the Houston real estate market started 2021 in a seller’s market. In this analysis, we also show you current data along with key lessons from both the 2015 oil price crash and the 2008 great recession. Remember: real estate is hyper-local! Do You Want To Buy A Home Now?

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10 Simple Steps to Purchase a Home in 2020

PennyMac

It’s one of the largest purchases you’ll ever make, and one that most people will only complete a few times in their entire life. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home or haven’t bought a home in a long time and want a refresher, here are 10 simple steps that will get you through the home purchase process.

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11 Takeaways: What is a Buyer's Agent in Real Estate?

Raleigh Realty

What Is A Buyer's Agent? What is a Buyer's Agent in Real Estate and do I need one when buying a home? We have all that answered and more If you are wondering if you should use a Buyer's Agent the answer is easy, yes. Do I need a Real Estate Attorney?