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Agent commission lawsuits cast long shadow over VA, FHA borrowers

Housing Wire

Seller concessions for VA borrowers are capped at 4% of the home’s purchase price or appraised value and can cover some closing costs, including the VA funding fee and prepaid taxes. “But agent commissions have never been a closing cost from a buyer perspective. “VA loans are probably the best loans on the market.

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The doxing saga of Michael Arrington’s Miami mansion?

Housing Wire

ONE Sotheby’s International Realty agent Jessica Adams is under fire after TechCrunch co-founder and crypto investor, Michael Arrington took to Twitter on Tuesday alleging that Adams had leaked information about his purchase of a Miami waterfront mansion to the press, creating security concerns that forced him and his family to relocate.

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The doxing saga of Michael Arrington’s Miami mansion?

Housing Wire

ONE Sotheby’s International Realty agent Jessica Adams is under fire after TechCrunch co-founder and crypto investor, Michael Arrington took to Twitter on Tuesday alleging that Adams had leaked information about his purchase of a Miami waterfront mansion to the press, creating security concerns that forced him and his family to relocate.

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What’s a Buyer Broker Agreement, And What Should You Know Before Signing One?

HomeLight

Gone are the days where a simple handshake could solidify a working agreement between a buyer and their real estate agent. Instead of a handshake, buyer’s agents are presenting homebuyers with a document called a “buyer broker agreement” — and you might not know what that is!

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How to Sell Your Home With a Rent-Back Agreement

HomeLight

You have options, such as a rent-back agreement, aka, a lease-back deal, that would allow you to stay in the home you just sold a bit longer to give you time to find a new place, to wait for the next home to be built , or to let your children finish the school year. What is a rent-back agreement?

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Real Estate Sales in Greece: An Overview of Legislative Norms

Realty Biz

For those searching for Greece property for sale , understanding the intricacies of the country's real estate regulations and practices is paramount. This often involves real estate agents who provide insights into the market, pricing, and potential matches based on preferences.

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Homeownership Terms to Know: Rent-Back Agreement, Joint Tenancy & More

Windemere Buying

The following homeownership agreements provide alternatives to a traditional home purchase. Rent-Back Agreement. A rent-back agreement (also known as a sale lease-back) is tailor-made for homeowners who are buying a home while selling their current one. 7 Signs You’re Ready to Buy a Home. Joint Tenancy.