Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Some of the nation’s largest real estate brokerages, including Keller Williams, RE/MAX , HomeServices of America as well as the National Association of Realtors , are facing three class action lawsuits (NAR is only named as a defendant in two lawsuits) that could result in the industry paying out tens of billions in damages.

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First Team Real Estate

DECEMBER 14, 2020

It’s easy to get excited looking at your Zestimate and seeing how much your home value has increased over the years, but it’s important to be prepared for the hidden, and sometimes overlooked, costs that these national listing portals and franchises sneak in. MORE than family-owned brokerages like ours! Market Trends? Their Strategy.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Real Estate Agent at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. And lenders may not want to pay all the fees that are normally part of the seller’s closing costs to save themselves some money because they’re already taking a loss. You can search for short sales directly through the MLS , which lists them, sometimes flagged directly.

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HomeLight

MARCH 30, 2021

If you’re considering a distressed home, weigh the option of a short sale against the possibility of buying a foreclosure or bank-owned home. Many brokerages provide lists of short sales for interested buyers, so ask your agent to provide it. Short sales are generally available directly through the MLS. Cultivate your patience.

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First Team Real Estate

DECEMBER 13, 2020

It’s easy to get excited looking at your Zestimate and seeing how much your home value has increased over the years, but it’s important to be prepared for the hidden, and sometimes overlooked, costs that these national listing portals and franchises sneak in. MORE than family-owned brokerages like ours! Market Trends? Their Strategy.

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Brokerage Backup offer Staging MLS 40

HomeLight

APRIL 30, 2022

It’s time for you to buy a house, and between the financial questions (how much will you need for closing costs? and the questions about how to even find a house (do you have to wait until it’s been listed on the MLS, or is there a better way?) — you’re already overwhelmed. what’s considered “overpaying” on a house?)

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Closing MLS Pre-qualification Due diligence 84

Redfin

MARCH 25, 2022

Real estate agents at traditional brokerages are independent contractors and get paid on a commission basis. First, let’s take a closer look at how real estate agents get paid at traditional brokerages. . The buyer usually doesn’t have to pay commission, though they still need to pay closing costs.

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