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‘Worst possible outcome’: Industry experts weigh in on DOJ’s desire to decouple commissions

Housing Wire

When the Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed last week the changes it would like to see in how real estate agents and brokers are compensated through its statement of interest filed in the MLS Property Information Network commission lawsuit , few in the real estate industry were surprised by the agency’s desire to decouple commissions.

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

Housing Wire

Meanwhile, trade groups representing lenders believe that more details on the settlement are needed to understand its coming impact on the housing market. He said he’s also interested in seeing where homes will be listed since they will no longer be required to be in the MLS system.

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How real estate professionals can help first responders buy a home

Housing Wire

Stop relying so heavily just on your MLS! Tim and Julie have been real estate coaches for more than two decades, coaching the top agents in the country through different types of markets. Did you know that HUD has an online search where you can find homes for sale all over the country that qualify for different special programs?

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Selling a House ‘As Is’ in Louisiana

HomeLight

However, it’s important to note that selling a house “as is” usually means accepting a lower offer than if you sold on the traditional market. We Buy Houses operations buy “as is” properties at a discounted rate compared to a traditional market sale and will generally seek out homes in need of significant repairs.

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Selling a House ‘As Is’ in Virginia

HomeLight

An agent gives simple presentation tips to improve marketing, helps to set an appropriate price that reflects the home’s condition, and works to find a buyer willing and eager to buy your home in its current state. Your agent should also be willing to go the extra mile on marketing. Yes Is a real estate attorney required?

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Selling a House ‘As Is’ in Arizona

HomeLight

Billings has over 500 transactions in his market, with an average price of $354,000. “If If it’s a requirement because the house is in disrepair, then we usually make it part of the marketing that the house needs work and to fix up; it’s just different by each scenario,” he says. The property needs work.

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How real estate professionals can help first responders buy a home

Real Trends

Stop relying so heavily just on your MLS! Tim and Julie have been real estate coaches for more than two decades, coaching the top agents in the country through different types of markets. Did you know that HUD has an online search where you can find homes for sale all over the country that qualify for different special programs?

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