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).

This home is in fantastic shape and it comes with it's own SHE-SHED and an above ground pool with a deck and a built in bar area. There are many updat...

The Sellers have made many changes and additions to this property. Let me mention just a few: Elevator, Chair Lift, (home has two stairways to upper l...

This Single-Family Home is located at 136 Greenbrier Ln, Davisville, WV is currently for sale and has been listed on Trulia for 66 days. This property...

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.

Don't miss your opportunity to see this beautiful home in Rivers Edge. Three bedrooms, two full baths. Downstairs is finished except for flooring, two...

This property has so much going for it I can't get it all on here, so please check the Supplements and see the information on the home. So things just...

Move-in ready and easy maintenance! This ranch home features a nice size kitchen and dining area, large living room, two bedrooms, two full baths, a s...

Well maintained ranch home in a nice north Parkersburg location. This home features three bedrooms, one bath and hardwood floors in the living room pl...

You found it!!! A 5 Bedroom 4 Bath home located in desirable Woodland Park located close to Worthington Golf Course and minutes from local schools. Th...

Well maintained 2 bedroom ranch with lots and lots of garage space. Quiet setting....

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.

3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, nice living room and large family room in the downstairs! Enjoy springtime on the back deck overlooking the woods. Call to s...

This beautiful home is being offered for sale with so many updates. The porch has been expanded using composite decking to allow it to be easy to main...

Great location in North End on a one way street with 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath - Newer roof, AC and furnace, carpet in living-room and bedrooms, flooring in...

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).

Unique opportunity to own a Hobby Farm just 8 miles from Parkersburg! Over 8 acres of privacy w/ multiple barns, buildings and cross-fencing. This cha...

Private setting, beautiful spacious home located on 36 acres with pasture for pets and livestock, wooded for great hunting, nature walks and four whee...

A great find in a perfect location in North Parkersburg. This 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath home is located on a beautiful corner lot in a desired location. Ther...

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.

This Unique custom built home with 5 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths with large Dining Room off of the Eat In Kitchen. Living Room and 1st or 2nd Floor Master S...

This Single-Family Home is located at 334 Seven Acres Rd, Parkersburg, WV is currently for sale and has been listed on Trulia for 42 days. This proper...

Fantastic brick ranch with three full baths situated on almost four acres of property. This home has been so well cared for, you will want to see for ...

Lovely multi-level 5+ bedroom home in an amazing neighborhood in North End Parkersburg. Offers a large living room with wood burning fireplace, large ...

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.