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Objections abound as NAR settlement approaches final approval date

Housing Wire

There’s less than a month until the final approval hearing for the commission lawsuit settlement agreements reached by the National Association of Realtors , HomeServices of America , and other brokerages and non-Realtor-affiliated MLSs that opted in to NAR’s settlement. Ahead of that date, the objections have started to roll in.

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Can You Get Your Earnest Money Back at Closing?

Redfin

This deposit is usually between 1% and 3% of the homes purchase price, but the amount can vary based on the local market and the agreement between you and the seller. This ensures that neither the buyer nor the seller can access the money prematurely, protecting both parties during the transaction.

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Top Frequently Asked Questions From Home Sellers

Rochester Real Estate

Every state and contract has different terms but generally speaking, if you decide to cancel the listing agreement, you could possibly be responsible for any expenses incurred by the real estate agent and their brokerage. What are seller concessions?

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‘Find buyers before agents!’ Mortgage industry reacts to the NAR settlement

Housing Wire

Loan officers and mortgage executives expect home sellers and homebuyers to negotiate more aggressively on commission paid to buyer agents, potentially bringing costs down. He shows up for open houses and teaches courses at real estate brokerage firms, which allowed him to build relationships with agents throughout his career.

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Majority of recent homebuyers have regrets: survey

Housing Wire

More than 80% of recent buyers asked for at least one seller concession. The most frequently mentioned concessions were a lower asking price, funds to make repairs, and the ability to keep existing appliances or furniture. Some brokerages have already announced their intention to better illustrate the value of agents to clients.

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‘Don’t panic:’ KW executives address agent questions on NAR commission settlement

Housing Wire

While this may be similar to how agents in some MLSs note that sellers are willing to provide concessions, Papasan made it clear that seller concessions and commissions are not the same thing. Seller concessions is money that is being given by the seller directly to the buyer,” Papasan said.

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No ’horror stories’ from agents on the first weekend of NAR settlement changes

Housing Wire

Another wrinkle is that not all agents, brokerages or sellers are handling offers of buyer broker compensation the same way. She also noted that she will be advertising offers of cooperative compensation on her social media channels and alongside listings on her brokerage’s website. It doesn’t matter,” O’Koniewski said. “If