Ask Rumana: FAQs on Real Estate Commission
Rumana Jabeen • May 13, 2024
Confused about real estate commissions in the Bay Area? 🏠💰 You're not alone! In this video, top real estate expert Rumana answers your most pressing commission questions.
Get the REAL answers to:
Question 1: Is real estate agent commission considered a cost of selling?
Question 2: Who pays the commission in the real estate transaction - each party or just the seller?
Question 3: What is the standard commission for real estate in the Bay Area?
Question 4: Why do different agents work at different commission percentages?
What questions do you have about commission?
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If you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, or if you’re a buyer watching the market to understand the best time to buy, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with an agent. With falling mortgage rates bringing more buyers back into the market, now is the perfect opportunity for both sellers and buyers to make a move!
Many potential buyers are holding off on purchasing a home, anticipating that mortgage rates will drop even further. The common belief is that lower rates will make homes more affordable and provide better financing terms. This wait-and-see approach is based on the hope that a lower rate will save money over the life of the loan and make homeownership more attainable.
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If you received our postcard, you may have noticed that the arrows indicating year-over-year changes from 2023 were accidentally omitted during the printing process. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused. Please refer to the versions below for year-over-year comparisons. For a deeper dive into our mid-year market update, explore the expanded report below.
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