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).

Sitting perfectly on an acre, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is tucked away on a private lane in the Ojai Valley. A quaint meandering walkway of stone an...

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Lovely family home is move-in ready, behind the gates of Esplanade. The desirable floor-plan features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms along with an open de...

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.

Impeccable Saddle Mountain home, offering three bedrooms, two and a half baths, situated on a oak-studded corner. This open floor plan is ideal for th...

Situated at the gateway to the Ojai Valley (California's fabled 'Shangri-La') this gentleman's ranch enjoys great privacy and million dollar views! 2....

BRAND NEW CARPET INSTALLED. Main house has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, family room/dining room with fireplace. Home also has a bonus room wi...

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Oak View Handyman / Contractor Special being sold as is! Geodesic Dome House on two legal lots one tax parcel. Survey has already been completed. Coun...

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.

Call Patty Waltcher to show. (805) 340-3774. www.pattywaltcher.com Perched atop Saddle Mountain, this two-story, solar-powered Mediterranean home has ...

This Single-Family Home is located at 880 Azure Ct, Oak View, CA is currently for sale and has been listed on Trulia for 20 days. This property is lis...

Welcome to NIRVANA! This sprawling 6 bedroom 3 bathroom estate with pool, spa, and mature fruit trees is the perfect family HOME or getaway. Nestled o...

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).

Back on Market!!! Previous buyers were not able to sell their home. Price Reduced!!! Enjoy the Ojai Valley lifestyle in this charming 2+1 bungalow sit...

This specially situated property at the end of a private road, down a private driveway, sitting on a bluff, is the ideal place for privacy, security a...

New Construction. Nice custom home, Kitchen boasts Granite counter tops with travertine stone back splash, Wood like flooring, Fire place in the livin...

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.

There is no question this is a fixer upper and there are no funds for repairs. Home is being sold ''as is''. Three bedrooms, one bath with a supersize...

Well maintained single level original home on beautiful 1 acre parcel with great potential! Lot's of great interior living space, 3 car garage, separa...

Desirable Oak View 4 bedroom 2 bath, has been updated through the years including windows, interior door replacements, can lighting, bathrooms tile wo...

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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.