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).

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.

Beautiful colonial home overlooking Seneca Lake! Gorgeous formal entry with open staircase,gas fireplace, updated furnace, central air, new thermal wi...

Beautiful Colonial Style Maxwell Avenue home located in Castle Heights in the City of Geneva. The home is filled with character including hardwood flo...

Town of Geneva taxes with the convenience of the city. There are four bedrooms and a large kitchen and living area. Plenty of room with over 3 acres....

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.

Finished from top to bottom this 4-5 bedroom home is close to Hobart William Smith and Downtown. Meticulously maintained and over 2100 square feet. Fi...

Beautiful circa 1901 Colonial in Geneva's Castle Heights Neighborhood. This unique property retains much of its original character, including hardwood...

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Property is currently the Winnek 396 Post Home. Has been owned and operated by Winnek Post 396 since 1951. A sprawling 12.9 acres on the West side of ...

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.

There have been many recent improvements in this Castle Heights home including hardwood floors, new master bath with state-of the art claw foot air ba...

Great 4 bedroom home! Open concept living room-dining room-kitchen. Well cared for home- roof -complete tear off 2011 -gutter guard system, EverDry ba...

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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).

1848 Historic Cobblestone home on NYS Route 520 between Geneva and Canandaigua. Solid charming residential home of yesteryear with modern updates: inc...

Beautiful turn on the century home with a few renovations just waiting to be complete. The possibilities are endless to bring back the original grande...

Beautifullyl remodled home on desirable neighborhood street in the gorgeous City of Geneva. This property consists of a 2 bedroom 2 full bath house wi...

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.

Your Rural Retreat awaits! Country Living at its finest! Welcome to 2173 Carter Rd a 2 bedroom fully updated ranch on almost an acre of land. Enjoy th...

Charming Cape Cod Style home located in Castle Heights in the City of Geneva. The home contains two first floor bedrooms, two full bathrooms, two larg...

Great house, great porch! Sets back from the Street. Lower Washington is a short walk to downtown or the colleges. Much character. Fresh paint in and ...

This well built and maintained home will not last! Spacious and boasts natural light throughout. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, 2 bonus rooms in finished attic,...

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.