Buying a home can be complicated and confusing, even for seasoned buyers. That’s why 84% of home buyers work with a professional real estate agent. If you are ready to buy a home, you should feel ...

In Massachusetts, a real estate agent can be a seller’s agent, a buyer’s agent, or, with the informed written consent of both parties, a dual agent. The standard commission in Greater Boston is 5%.

Interview at least three prospective agents and choose one who will represent your interests through the entire process. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising ...

Under new California law that goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2025, you will be required to sign a written buyer agreement with the agent you select, which outlines the services they will provide and what ...

A real estate agent will help you navigate the homebuying process, but you want to make sure that the agent checks all the ...

Buying a home has always been hard. In August, it got even harder. Home shoppers now must sign a contract with their agents before getting professional help, thanks to new rules under a National ...

Anyone about to sell their home this year better get ready for a push-and-pull like they’ve never had before. Now that the homeowner has new negotiation power, they’ll have to get up to speed quickly ...

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