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DataDigest: 281 Realtors sound off on future of commissions in HousingWire survey

Housing Wire

It won’t help my brand if I hold the line. Said another: “Buyers agents should earn additional commission for a lower purchase price. Many respondents said they are using buyer-broker agreements. “We need to do business differently,” another respondent said. There are some agents that only focus on commission.

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How to Handle Appliances When Selling a House: Follow Market Norms

HomeLight

But beware, excluding certain appliances in the home sale could turn off potential buyers, not to mention, add a layer of difficulty when moving. We’ll also cover how to move your appliances safely to your next home once the sale closes. FHA loans require all included appliances to function properly.

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A Homebuyer’s Ultimate Guide to Rent-to-Own Homes: Everything You Need to Know in 2022

HomeLight

You need to save up money for a down payment and closing costs (which are calculated as a portion of your purchase price), but home prices just keep going up — so when you finally reach your goal, you realize that the goalposts have moved, and the hill is even taller than you thought. Let’s dive right in! Why rent to own?

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Assumable Mortgages: What to Know Before Taking Over a Home Loan

Redfin

When it comes to buying a home, most buyers are familiar with securing a brand-new mortgage. Assumable mortgages offer a unique alternative, allowing buyers to take over the sellers existing loan – potentially locking in a lower interest rate and saving money over time. But what about stepping into someone elses shoes?

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Selling a House ‘As Is’ in Texas

HomeLight

HomeLight’s Simple Sale platform will provide a full cash offer for homes in almost any condition. Median sales price in Texas. As is” is a type of home sale where it’s understood that no improvements will be made to the property. And, of course, read the buying agreement carefully before signing.

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Selling a House ‘As Is’ in Washington State

HomeLight

“Some people have a lot more time and energy to engage and make the best of the sale, and some people don’t,” says George Graham , a top real estate agent in the Seattle, Washington, area. An as-is home sale often indicates that the home has some “big-ticket items” that won’t pass the required inspection or appraisal, he adds.

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Founder: Luca Dahlhausen from Realfinity

GeekEstate

The company’s success led to its sale to CrossCountry Mortgage in 2022. I was particularly troubled by Loan Originators exploiting consumer ignorance to impose exorbitant fees on mortgage transactions. At Realfinity, we’re dedicated to making it easy to offer mortgage services – for any brand.