Average Real Estate Agent Commissions by State (2025 Survey)
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Arizona Housing Market-Trends and Predictions
by Joe Bourland
Population growth, demand for homes, and limited supply have fueled the Arizona housing market, but…Read more
Utah Housing Market- Trends and Predictions
The Utah housing market became one of the most competitive in the countryRead more
What is a Bump Clause in Real Estate?
by Andrew Te
What is a bump clause? A provision that allows the original buyer to match any…Read more
22 Reasons Your House Isn’t Selling (And What to Do)
by Andrew Te
Your home has been listed on the market for a little while now. But, you're…Read more
How to Find Your Home’s Property Value
by Andrew Te
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…Read more
Top Ways to Advertise a House For Sale – A Complete Guide 2023
Marketing has its roots in every form of communication, be it newspapers, television, or social…Read more
5 Things To Do Before Selling Your House
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…Read more
8 Top Home Selling Myths That Are Completely False
by Andrew Te
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…Read more
10 Best Home Selling Tips for a Fast Sale
by Priya Nalli
Selling your home can often feel overwhelming and daunting. One of the many perks of…Read more
Is the Albuquerque, NM Housing Bubble About to Burst?
by Ben Curry
Over the past year, housing values in Albuquerque, NM have shot up, increasing $44K compared…Read more
San Diego Real Estate – What’s Happening in the Market?
The San Diego County real estate market is constantly changing. As a 20-year veteran in…Read more
Seattle, WA Real Estate Trends
The real estate market has had a lot going on since the pandemic. Over the…Read more
The Long Island, NY Real Estate Market Trends
by Gail Carillo
What is the market like in Long Island toward the end of 2022? If I…Read more
Best Time to Sell a House in Houston
Houston has always been a leading Texas real estate market. A recent study ranked the…Read more
Exquisite Castles & Manors in the US You Can Buy Right Now
Have you ever wanted to own your own castle? Well, it turns out that you…Read more
Housing Affordability is Tanking – What That Means For Sales
For the first time in more than 13 months, the Housing Affordability Index (HAI) has…Read more
Buyers & Sellers: How to Counter-Offer After a Home Inspection
Whether you’re the buyer or seller, the results of a home inspection can bring the…Read more
How to Make an Offer on a House
by Amanda Dodge
An essential part of buying a house is making an offer. This is your bid…Read more
What is a Bump Clause in Real Estate?
by Andrew Te
What is a bump clause? A provision that allows the original buyer to match any…Read more
Do I Need a Real Estate Agent to Refinance a Home?
by Kelsey Heath
Gone are the days when getting a loan to buy a property meant strolling into…Read more
What Is a Land Survey?
by Bill Gassett
Land surveys are an essential component of every real estate transaction. Know the facts before…Read more
Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: When is the Best Time to Sell a Home?
by Andrew Te
Unless you live in a part of the US where the weather stays a nice,…Read more
Can You Refuse to Join a Homeowners Association (HOA)?
by Kelsey Heath
HOA fees can be expensive, but they also come with a set of rules, which…Read more
Should You Buy a House in a Transitional Neighborhood?
by Kelsey Heath
Everyone wants to score a deal when buying a house, but the best deals are…Read more
What’s the Difference Between Pre-Qualified, Pre-Approved, and Approved?
If you’re in the process of buying a home, you may have heard a lot…Read more
The Truth About Living in Seattle
Read the honest truth about living in Seattle from a seasoned realtor. 10 reasons to…Read more
4 Tips to Improve a Builder-Grade Home
Take your home from basic to brilliant with these tips for improving a builder-grade home.…Read more
What is the Real Estate Commission in Washington, DC?
DC real estate agents sell exquisite homes at at average commission rate of 5.3%.Read more
How Long Does Closing on a House Take?
How long does closing on a house take? It’s one of buyers' and sellers' most…Read more
What is an Origination Fee & Why Do You Have to Pay It?
Buying a home often comes with a lot of extra fees and costs. One of…Read more
How to Survive a Recession While Investing in Real Estate
by Andrew Te
In these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to have a solid financial plan…Read more
What is a Transactional Agent and What Do They Do?
In real estate, there are several different types of agents and brokers who perform different…Read more
Difference Between Contingent vs Pending in Real Estate
If you’re in the process of buying your first home, the language of real estate…Read more
How to Stage a House to Sell – Top Tips and Tricks
Staging a house is one of the most important parts of selling your home. Without…Read more
How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?
How much DO real estate agents make? This is a valid question when deciding to…Read more