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good4u | When buying a house, should I hire a realtor? How much does this cost? Who pays realtor fees-seller or buyer? |
I'm looking to buy a house (1st time homebuyer). I spoke w/ a realtor who said he will help me find a home. When I asked him how much his services will cost me he said "Nothing" and that his fees will be paid for by the seller of the home. Sounds like BS to me...what do you think??? |
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kat k
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100% true! have fun home shopping! |
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venicefloridarealtor
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In Florida, a realtor can help you with a FSBO. Many FSBOs are willing to pay the selling side of the commission because they want to sell their home and are saving the commission on the listing side.
Also, the FSBO knows that having a realtor involved will most likely mean that the realtor will take on the burden of getting all the legal disclosures, paperwork, lender qualification, etc., done completely and correctly.
FYI, if you are a transactional agent in Florida - not a buyer's rep - you can help buyers find homes without signing any contracts. In fact, a buyer can work with more than one transactional agent, if you like, with no obligation - although that would most likely be duplicative and a time waster for all involved.
If you are working with a realtor (taking thier time and using their expertise), it is a professional courtesy to continue working with that realtor unless you feel they are not providing you with adequate service.
But, as a buyer in Florida, you don't need to sign any kind of exclusive contract to get the help you need. |
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datgirl88
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The seller always pays the realtor. We just bought our first home and used a realtor. Smart move. They will tell you EVERYTHING you need to know if you have a good one.
Our agent explained everything in detail to us. She even told us when a good time to submit our bid was & advised us to bid a certain way. We have been here 3 yrs and couldn't be happier!
Oh yeah - ALSO - your realtor can sell you ANY home - even if it's listed with another company. That was our situation. Just FYI
GOOD LUCK! |
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♥Sarah ♥
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Why does that sound like BS? Think about it like this.. you are the one purchasing the home and going "in Debt" by securing a mortgage. The seller is the one who profits from the sale. So who do you think should pay for the services of the proffesional in the transaction? Of course it is the seller, you don't pay anything!!
The seller list their home for sale with a Real Estate broker and agrees to pay them a % of the sale their services. The Real Estate broker then puts the home for sale in the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and advertises to ALL the other Realtors in the area that the home is for sale and they are willing to share a portion of the commision if another Realtor brings the buyer.
As the buyers agent your Realtor is going to collect that agreed upon portion of the shared commision for bringing the seller you.. the buyer!
So to answer your question... yes you should hire a Realtor and not it does not cost you anything. Best of luck! |
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TheMom
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He was telling the truth. There is no fee for the buyer. You would be foolish to go without one. They will not only help you save money but will also make sure you understand what you are buying and make sure you cover all of the bases. |
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pcnordlund
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When someone lists their home for sale they agree to pay usually 6% of what the home sells for. So, the realtor that lists the house (whoevers name is on the sign) gets 3%. Then the realtor that brings the buyer gets the other 3%.
So, if you were to go to a house all by yourself the realtor that listed the house would just get to keep the 6% all to themselves. It's really better to have your own realtor, cause they will help you and have your best interests at heart.
The only time you don't want a realtor is if you are buying a home for sale by owner, cause the realtor won't be getting any money from the transaction and won't want to help you. |
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AlaskaMusher
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Most states have a set % of the sales price that goes to the Realtor. 6% is pretty common. At closing 6% of the final sales price goes to the broker who listed the home (contracted with the seller to sell it). If you hire a Realtor to help you find a house the broker he works for will get half of the 6%. The broker then gives the salesman or Realtor you worked with a cut of their 3%.
For instance, Jones Real Estate is the agent for Ms. Alice who is selling her house. You hired Bob, who works for Smith properties, to help you find a house. You buy the house and agree to pay $100,000.
At closing you sign all the papers. The closing agent, assuming the commission is 6%, will hand a check to the seller for $94,000 and a check to Jones Real Estate for $6,000. Now this doesn't allow for other closing costs or equity in the home.
Bottom line all Realtor fees come from the proceeds the seller realizes from the sale. |
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Janice 10
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The Real Estate Agent is Correct! The seller pays the commission fees. As a first time buyer, go with a experienced Real Estate Agent, one who knows the first time buyers programs that are available, they vary by state. There are several, some where you would receive money back at closing of your home. Do your homework it pays off! Best Wishes and Happy Home Buying! |
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thirdlaw
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In the state of North Carolina, all brokers represent sellers until you hire them! Sounds expensive! MOST of the time, a seller has agreed to pay a commission that is split between the broker hired and the broker that represents a buyer. That means that MOST of the time, the seller is paying for you to have your own representation! Why would a seller do that? It means the property will be shown to qualified buyers and their broker will make sure the buyers understand and can fulfill obligations under the agreement of the contract. |
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The Scorpion
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Not sure on that but I think thats correct, but more important, hire a LAWYER for this also, to make sure you don't make a critical mistake and have a huge problem later. |
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Siedah
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do not let the smooth talking Realtor fool you his fees will come out of you pocket I do not recommend using a agent to find a home because you are required to sign a contract and if you find a home you will either have to wait until your contract expires ( the home will probably be sold during that time) or cut the agent in on the deal. Good Luck |
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