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Do buyers agents get paid the same as the sellers agent?

Do buyers agents get paid the same amount as the sellers agent? I'm wondering if one side of the transaction gets paid less, or if I should be negotiating so that I pay a fair price. I don't want to be disrespectful, but is the payment up for negotiation?

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How do I negotiate a realtor's payment?

How do I negotiate a realtor's payment? I don't want to be disrespectful and I understand that this is their job; however, it's normal to negotiate a business transaction. So, is this similar? What are recommendations for how to negotiate? Are there any key points to talk about or inquire about?

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What a reasonable buyers agent commission?

What's a reasonable buyers agent commission? I talked to an agent that said I need to sign a contract and agree to his commission. It seems high, so I'm wondering what's normal.

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i am a veteran and wanting to rent to own?

please explain all my options on the best way to find listings that accept these terms .if you are able i prefer to get Re Max to help me with listings. thank you

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what are the fees for the seller?

money is needed for a new condo my current home is paid for no loans

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When would I need to sell to avoid paying capital gains?

I lived in a condo from 2018-2023 but then moved out and have been using the property as a rental. How soon would I need to sell it to avoid paying the capital gains tax in Florida? The property is worth $160,000 currently, the property was put in my name by a relative that paid $90,000 for it.

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How do you get rid of a musty smell in the house?

We have a 1938 two-story colonial cream city brick home. We bought the house over 35 years ago, but we cannot get rid of this “musty” pungent smell. It has permeated on our clothes and belongings and we take it with us everywhere we go. What can we do? We have tried several things over the years: pulling up carpeting, reinsulating the walls, checking plumbing, using air filters, etc. Nothing seems to work. What else can we do???

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Can I get a renovation loan and home loan simultaneously?

Can I get a renovation loan and home loan at the same time? I'm interested in purchasing a house that also needs a lot of renovation. I don't have enough cash for the renovation. So I'm wondering if I can add to my home loan? Or do I take out a second loan? What's the best way to go about this? Thanks!

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Can I buy a house and have someone else pay the mortgage?

I'm thinking of buying a house for an aging parent. If I put the loan in my name, could my parent pay the monthly mortgage or a portion of the income? I want to help my parent, but I don't want it to appear as income on my taxes or be penalized for trying to help.

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Mutual release form verse putting back on market?

If the seller hasn't signed the mutual release form they agreed to can they put the house back on the market? Can we make another offer before this takes place? It's at a impass because they arent agreeing to the issues which are major issues on the inspection like 22 year old furnace not functioning correctly and needs replaced. Like floors not properly installed.

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