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A Cautionary Tale

Social media strips away the level of protection that a Realtor offers. It’s a tool — not a negotiating strategy.

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“No commission” agents, Establishing value for probate

Dear David, I have been seeing a lot of commercials where a company advertises that there is “no commission” payable to a real estate agent. How does this work? Does it mean the agent is working for free?  – SOUNDS GOOD DEAR SOUNDS: As far back as I can remember, “House for Sale” signs have

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For Sale By Owner, Indecisiveness, Knob and Tube Wiring

Dear David, Can a Realtor help me purchase a home that is For Sale by Owner? – Eager Buyer Dear Eager, Absolutely! In fact, it is widely believed in our industry that 75-80 percent of “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) sales involve a Realtor on the buying side. Buying a For Sale by Owner requires

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