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“You get what you pay for” is a popular refrain among real estate agents who try to defend their commissions. But according to a new report, when buying or selling a house, you can get all the service ...

Learn how choosing low-commission agents and negotiating fee splits can boost your net yield and reduce the cost of buying or selling a home. Getty Images “You get what you pay for” is a popular ...

Consumers listing a $400,000 property for sale could save up to $10,000 in broker fees by using a “low-fee” brokerage firm, according to a report published Monday by the Consumer Policy Center (CPC).

When selling your home, it’s only natural to want to maximize the profit you walk away with. And one way to do that is by minimizing the fees and expenses associated with the sale process — including ...