The 2024 settlement changed how buyer’s agents are paid, but commissions didn’t go away. Here’s what it means for buyers. The 2024 National Association of Realtors settlement removed the requirement that sellers offer compensation to buyer’s agents through the MLS. In practice, that means buyers can now be on the hook for paying their own… Continue reading Buyer’s agent commissions after the NAR settlement, explained
An attorney typically costs $500–$1,500, far less than agent commissions, and they offer legal protection no agent can. Real estate attorneys aren’t required in every state, but they’re strongly recommended in every transaction. They draft and review the Purchase Agreement, Seller’s Disclosure, deed, and any contingencies, and they can spot issues an agent isn’t qualified… Continue reading Do you need a real estate attorney when you skip the agent?
Agent commissions usually cost sellers 5–6% of the sale price. On a $500,000 home that’s $25,000–$30,000, money that could stay in your pocket. The standard real estate agent commission in the United States runs between 5% and 6% of the final sale price, split between the listing and buyer’s agents. On a $500,000 home that’s… Continue reading How much does a realtor actually cost in 2026?
For Sale By Owner sites charge listing fees and still leave you exposed to buyer’s agent commissions. A direct marketplace removes both. Traditional FSBO platforms let you list your home without a listing agent, but most still charge a flat fee, push you onto the MLS via a third-party broker, and leave you negotiating with… Continue reading FSBO vs. a direct marketplace: what’s the difference?
Columbus is one of the hottest mid-priced housing markets in the Midwest. Here’s how to list smart, price right, and keep more of your equity. Columbus, Ohio has been a standout housing market for the last several years. Steady job growth from Intel, JPMorgan Chase, and Ohio State has kept demand high, and the median… Continue reading Selling your home in Columbus, Ohio: a 2026 playbook
