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).

Privacy and quiet are yours in this charming 1 level house featuring two bedrooms, two baths, large family room w/fireplace opens out to deck, front l...

Affordable home in Sherburne-Earlville School District just waiting for a new family to make their own! OWNER FINANCING! Eat-in kitchen, living room, ...

This is a home-camp-hunting lodge that has to be seen. A newer remolded older style and rustic living. Property has fantastic views off front deck acr...

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.

1350 Square foot Year around home/ Hunting camp or lodge on 5 Acres+/-. Stones throw from the famous Beaver Meadow State lands comprised of 5812ac and...

A very special property located on Beaver Meadow Lake (Smyrna Lake), offering homeowner privacy peaceful setting. Recreational opportunities include f...

Description Handsome c.1920 Colonial w/wrap around front porch set back from road on a 5 acre park-like setting that features 195' of pretty waterfron...

Charming Traditional style Village home with spacious rooms and enough windows to let the natural sunlight shine through. Beautiful natural woodwork i...

Village Victorian home on large village lot! Just north of center of Earlville just south of village of Hamilton. Spacious eat in KT w/ center island ...

Opportunity for investor or small business owner seeking their own building. Located on main highway through Morrisville and minutes from college. Bui...

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.

Home on 4 Acres! Large rooms, beautiful mouldings, wide plank wood floors and lots of Charm. This home has 3 bedrooms, with the possibility of having ...

A newer country ranch home! Enjoy one level living. This home has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The master bedroom has ample closet space and its own b...

Excellent opportunity to own a beautiful Historic Federal Colonial within walking distance to the shops and nearby entertainment. This home offers gle...

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).

Custom built 2015 ranch style home sits perched on almost 4 acres backing up to 264' on pretty Sangerfield River. Oversized blacktop driveway with par...

Well tended Family homestead for sale after many years of pride of ownership for its family. Set on a corner lot facing south, this property offers ki...

Country living at it's finest! You will fall in love with this beautiful meticulously maintained home on over 14 acres! This home offers 3 bedroom, a ...

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.

Spectacular views all around this secluded 55+ acre property. The XL interior windows create the effect of being surrounded by trees natural light in ...

Custom-built 10 year old home with in-floor radiant heat throughout. Full length front porch and a rear deck/patio for enjoying the distant valley vie...

Enjoy the peace of the countryside with this exceptional log home on over 50 acres of land. Home features a generous open floor plan with river rock f...

This Home sets on 4acs. But has 7200 acs of state land right out back and 9000 acs across the street. Ride your 4 wheelers and snowmobiles trail 7 is ...

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.