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).

80' Diamond Lake property with 5 section pier and sandy beach. New plumbing in 2015. Diamond Lake is a 10 mph limit. Garage and out building....

Two story brick home with 4 bedrooms ,2 bathrooms ,2 car detached garage plus car port on 2.33 acres. Some woods...

This property is no longer available to rent or buy. This description is from July 23, 2018 Come sit on the deck and enjoy the beautiful view of Stein...

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.

Here is your weekend lakefront getaway! A handyman special, 3 bedroom (could be year round) home on Steinbarger Lake. Steinbarger is part of the West ...

Quality custom built 108' lakefront home on Waldron Lake! From the second you step into this home you will be impressed. Living room features beautifu...

This charming ranch home has been Tastefully renovated! House has 3 bedrooms 1 bath, kitchen-dining area and living room. Kitchen features new applian...

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Take a step back in history and personally see the elegance, privacy and historic sophistication that makes up this beautiful home. Built Circa 1882, ...

Charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom Ranch style home on a full basement. Home has two additional rooms off the back of the house which could be set up as...

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.

Historic Home on Cavin, Solomon Mier Manor, currently host to many BB enthusiast's. Located in the heart of Noble County, an ambiance of character and...

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Remarkable private country setting. Home sits on sprawling 20 acres of land with 14 acres of trees for a hunters paradise. House was built in 2015 and...

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 is a must see home! This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 full bath home was recently built in 2014. The spacious family room will amaze you with its vault...

Spectacular home at Sylvan Lake in Rome City!!! Don't miss your chance to live in a completely remodeled home located at the beautiful Sylvan lake in ...

There's plenty of space in this 4-bedroom/2-bath brick home sitting on 3 acres in Rome City. Features include a dining room, casual living room with b...

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 28 acre operating horse farm with tons of possibilities located just out side of Rome City. If you are looking for an operating horse farm this i...

It is the perfect time to purchase your lake getaway on Sylvan Lake. Make it your own and be moved in and ready for lake season! You will love enterta...

Lakefront Sylvan lake. Why wait until next spring for your lake place when this newly remodeled lakefront home is ready for new owners today. Outstand...

3200 sqft newer 2008 home! Sitting on almost 2 acres with 200ft of lake frontage on Waldron Lake own part of your own island! Waldron Lake is a ski la...

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.