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).

Fantastic views from this large 5 bedroom Colonial home sitting on 5 acres in the Ridgewood School District. The 2 car attached garage, 1 car detached...

This is a beautiful, custom built home on 3+ acres with a large stocked pond. This home has 3 bedrooms, 3 and a half baths, and 3 fireplaces. This hom...

Don't miss this three bedroom ranch on a quiet street in Ridgewood school district. The home has a partially finished basement with a bar and a nice 2...

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.

One-owner brick Ranch with modern, open concept. Location! Open living room overlooks dining area, large kitchen and spacious breakfast bar (seats 4)....

West Lafayette, OH - 84,500, 4 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath, Call Mary Mason, MLS4030203...

Hunters paradise , Log cabin secluded 25 acres in beautiful Coshocton County. 1 acre pond 10 feet deep with fish and lots of wild life, deer stands an...

This property is no longer available to rent or buy. This description is from June 30, 2017 Nice brick Ranch. Large kitchen and dining room. Bright li...

Perfect country setting and only 7 minutes from I-77. With 2.5 acres, this beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 full bath and 1/2 bath ranch built in 2010 by Berlin...

- 105,900, 5 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath, Call Melissa Eddy, MLS4060614...

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 Bedroom home on over 5 acres in quiet country setting. Nice eat in kitchen with doorway from the dining area to the backyard. Basement has finished ...

A MUST SEE HOME! Professionally renovated. Location. Open floor plan. Brand new custom kitchen/granite/large island/breakfast bar. Hardwood floors. 1s...

Scenic views abound with this three bedroom and two bath home with living space in the walkout basement. The basement has a living room, bedroom and k...

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).

Beautiful 1850's historic brick home on 2.5 acres and SO much character! On the main floor you will find a large living room and formal dining room wi...

Country living yet only 10 minutes from town. This home features 5 bedrooms with 3 full bathrooms. Enjoy the outdoors with just over 3 acres to take i...

This home is located just miles from Coshocton and West Lafayette, situated in Ridgewood School District. The property offers an easy to maintain 0.6 ...

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 4 bedroom 2.5 bath ranch home is move-in ready. It is spacious and updated with immaculate hardwood floors. There is an open-concept with the liv...

Never before offered, totally unique, 20 acre pony/horse farm that has absolutely everything and more! Beautiful, quality, 1997, 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath...

Nice, large ranch home on corner lot. Park nearby, partially fenced yard, storage building, oak kitchen with tiled floor, family room on main floor an...

This Beautiful 4 bedroom, 1 1/2bath home sits on the corner of Prospect and S 15th on a Large double lot. Wood burning fireplace makes for the perfect...

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.