Real estate agents are licensed professionals who arrange real estate transactions, putting buyers and sellers together and acting as their representatives in negotiations. Real estate agents usually are compensated completely by a commission—a percentage of the property's purchase price, so their income depends on their ability to get a deal closed.

Buying a home is still considered a key aspect of the American dream. As a first-time buyer, you have access to state programs, tax breaks, and federally backed loans if you don't have the usual minimum down payment—ideally 20% of the purchase price for a conventional loan—or you're a member of a certain group (see the Important callout, below). And you may qualify as a first-time buyer even if you're not a novice.

Traditionally, an agent is paid a commission that is a percentage of the property’s sale price. The more the house sells for, the more money an agent makes. However, with online listings allowing consumers to do much of the shopping on their own without help from an agent, the traditional payment structure is changing.

Some brokerages charge a lower commission for more expensive houses, and some handle the entire transaction for a flat fee that’s much less than a regular commission. Other companies offer a fee-for-service pricing structure that lets sellers pay only for certain parts of the sale process, such as adding the property to a multiple listing service (MLS).

There is a lot to be said for living in the country, in an amazing farm property, but being close to main roads that can get you anywhere you need to ...

PRICE REDUCED! Nice country home in desirable Vassalboro! Convenient to Augusta and Waterville. Features a nice back yard with large deck to enjoy. Up...

This Single-Family Home is located at 1038 Riverside Dr, Vassalboro, ME is currently for sale and has been listed on Trulia for 258 days. This propert...

Real estate agents are licensed professionals who arrange real estate transactions, putting buyers and sellers together and acting as their representatives in negotiations. Real estate agents usually are compensated completely by a commission—a percentage of the property's purchase price, so their income depends on their ability to get a deal closed.

Colonial on private country lot. Open concept, large dining/living area. Hardwood floors up and down, master with walk-in and full bath. Daylight base...

This Property currently has a 5 year rental lease in place generating 18,K a year. Tenants may be willing to be bought out. A very spacious property w...

Located in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, you'll find this inviting 5 BR, 3.1 bath cape! Some of the features with this comfortable practical floo...

Lots of space and land comes with this beautiful property with waterfront on the Kennebec River. Open concept kitchen, dinning and living room, master...

Beautifully updated New England Farm House. Sunny, spacious kitchen open to a fireplaced dining area. Large living room with gas fireplace and beautif...

Situated between Augusta, Waterville China this tax friendly town is a well kept secret. Approximately 10 miles from shopping and I-95 makes this loca...

Buying a home is still considered a key aspect of the American dream. As a first-time buyer, you have access to state programs, tax breaks, and federally backed loans if you don't have the usual minimum down payment—ideally 20% of the purchase price for a conventional loan—or you're a member of a certain group (see the Important callout, below). And you may qualify as a first-time buyer even if you're not a novice.

Perfect starter home for a family in Vassalboro, a town known for it's great school system, low taxes, and friendly people. Speaking of school, this p...

Efficient and affordable 3 bdrm ranch on a nice stream side lot with a spacious rear deck overlooking Seven Mile Stream. Come enjoy nature viewing at ...

New Englander/Farmhouse offers 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a large screened porch, dining room, wood floors, built-ins, den/office, large attic for storage...

Traditionally, an agent is paid a commission that is a percentage of the property’s sale price. The more the house sells for, the more money an agent makes. However, with online listings allowing consumers to do much of the shopping on their own without help from an agent, the traditional payment structure is changing.

Some brokerages charge a lower commission for more expensive houses, and some handle the entire transaction for a flat fee that’s much less than a regular commission. Other companies offer a fee-for-service pricing structure that lets sellers pay only for certain parts of the sale process, such as adding the property to a multiple listing service (MLS).

Located on a beautiful well landscaped 6.8 acre country lot, this spacious ranch has had many updates. Home features new kitchen with granite counter ...

This Single-Family Home is located at 108 Jones Rd, Vassalboro, ME is currently for sale and has been listed on Trulia for 212 days. This property is ...

Newer home in a country location on 4+ acres! Wide hallways and lots of room! Large front porch and spacious rear deck. Large bedrooms and first floor...

A realtor is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), a trade association. Both agents and brokers can be realtors, along with property managers, appraisers, and other real estate industry professionals. Realtors are expected to be experts in their field and must follow the NAR's code of ethics, which requires agents to uphold specific duties to clients and customers, to the public, and to other realtors. In addition to NAR, realtors must belong to a state or local real estate association or board.

All realtors are real estate agents or brokers (or something related), but not all agents or brokers are realtors, in other words. As of June 2020, the organization reported that it had 1.4 million members. Roughly 2/3's of members held real estate agent's licenses.

Situated on top of a knoll which overlooks beautiful Webber Pond in Rural Vassalboro that is located within 20 minutes to Augusta and about the same t...

Classic Cape full of character and charm, established in a quiet setting anchored by mature maples. Spacious home offers 3 bedrooms 1.5 baths and high...

Here's a spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath Ranch style home located in China. Large rooms, separate diningroom plus a familyroom that overlooks the backyard....

You will find this (28' X 56') double wide spacious and in great condition. With the open floor plan concept of kitchen, dining room and living room, ...

For sale by owner or FSBO is a term that refers to a specific method of selling a property. In an FSBO listing, the owner sells the property without the use of an agent or a broker. Sellers typically choose to sell their home on their own to avoid paying the real estate agent the commission for the transaction.