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).

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This 37 acre farm is just minutes from I-70 and the setting is pure country! The home has 5 spacious bedrooms (4 up, 1 down), 2 Full baths, Living roo...

Sitting on 2 acres, this 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home has a metal roof, newer windows, hardwood floors, is ready for occupancy. Also has a wood stove ...

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.

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You will love this charming 2-story home located in town in Barnesville with a country living feel. This 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home with a 2 car garage...

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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.

You will enjoy this tastefully remodeled three bedroom and two bathroom ranch home in a highly desirable residential neighborhood. Updated flooring, n...

Country living at its finest, yet only minutes from town! With nearly 1,800 square feet of living space, this beautiful three bedroom, two bath split ...

This outstanding Brick Victorian Home is Bound to enchant you. It has been lovingly restored keeping original details such as ornate mantels, staircas...

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).

Well kept ranch home with 3-4 bedrooms. 4th bedroom could easily be turned into a large family/game room. Original hardwood floors in 3 bedrooms and t...

Remarkable Grand Colonial Mansion. This Turn of the century home has been Beautifully Maintained and has it all: Sweeping Spiral staircase,Leaded Glas...

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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 cozy two story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a family room on the first floor. There are a lot of updates to the home that include ma...

A comfortable home in a great neighborhood! Features a newer roof and updated flooring in the kitchen and living room. Spacious covered patio and 2 ca...

Welcome to 59765 Kennonsburgs Rd situated approximately 5 miles to Seneca Lake Marina. This home was built in 2002 on almost an acre of land. If you l...

Impeccably maintained ranch home on 3 private acres. Step inside the front door to your foyer and spacious family room. The family room and two of the...

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.