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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273+ acres in Monroe County. Turn key hunting camp or retreat. Fully furnished main home with 4 bedrooms and large kitchen. Furnished guest home. Larg...

Put your own touches to this large country farm house. Sitting on 27 acres of property right in Lewisville! 3 bedrooms 1 1/2 baths large roomed home r...

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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30 acres of country living only minutes from town. You will absolutely fall in love at first sight! Upon entering this Amish framed 4,600 sq.ft. home,...

39190 Road Fork Rd. Lower Salem, Ohio 45745 is paradise on earth! Beautiful property, 69.993 acres, almost 60 acres of woods 5 miles of ATV trails for...

Outstanding CUSTOM BUILT LOG HOME sitting on over 33 acres. Wooded, makes great hunting also with extreme privacy. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths ,large open...

Grand front entrance. 13' ceilings with decorative detail. Oil chandeliers still hang here and have been wired for electric. 24 panel pocket doors in ...

Well kept and nicely updated are the best phrases to describe this turn of the century home with lots of original character. From the pocket doors bet...

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.

Charming house, featuring a large, beautiful yard close to town and amenities. This home has 2 bedrooms, another room with closet you can make into a ...

One level living is possible with this Ackerman-built 2005 ranch home. Beatiful eat-in kitchen with ceramic tile floors. Enjoy cooking while guests si...

If you are looking for privacy, with all kinds of wildlife in a secluded, peaceful setting, with all the improvements then this Rare Find is one you n...

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).

Wonderfully maintained cedar home with beautiful views of the Ohio River. Over 50k in renovations including beautiful hickory cabinetry in kitchen, ma...

89 beautiful, wooded acres of privacy located only .2 mile from SR 7. Follow the stone-lined gravel drive to the 1 1/2 story log cabin home built in 1...

This property is conveniently located close to State Route 800 which provides great access to the County. 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home that is 896 sq ft....

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.

5.86 acres with gas well , mineral and gas rights will convey with purchase , Home has 3 bedrooms , 2 full bathrooms , original hardwood in the living...

An outdoorsmen's paradise awaits with this three bed, two bath 1,620 square foot home which sits on 18 acres including several hunting stands, trails ...

Nice rural setting! Situated on 15 acres, is this spacious older 2 story farmhouse built in 1865. This home offers an updated kitchen 1st floor bath, ...

Spend your summer relaxing on the covered front porch of this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Caldwell. The home features lovely hardwood floors th...

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.