Hi Everyone, I was recently asked the following question in a Facebook private message, but I thought I’d share answer here in a public arena, helping others to gain knowledge as well. The question: “What’s the going commission rate for Realtors in the Bay Area? …and do I split that equally with the sellers?” (This particular …
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Many homebuyers in today’s market are looking for that next “steal”. Most flock to the distressed (short sale & foreclosure) property scene. While there are great deals to be had in the distressed markets, primarily the short-sale market, I’m going to point you in another direction. Just like bread, real estate listings can become …
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Hello Again Readers, Believe it or not, some people who say they are real estate agents are lying. There is one simple way to check if someone is a licensed real estate agent or real estate broker in the State of California - use the California Real Department of Real Estate License Look-Up. When using the feature remember to comma seperate the …
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