When it comes to real estate transactions, a common word that is used is “closing.” Your Realtor might mention when executing the purchase agreement that “the closing will happen in a month” or that ...

How much is a real estate agent commission—and who actually pays it? These are common questions among homebuyers and sellers navigating a real estate transaction, and the answers have changed recently ...

Homebuyers continue to be saddled with high mortgage rates, which have been hovering close to 7%. However, mortgage applications have ticked up 12.5% for the week ending June 6 after three straight ...

Closing on a house is a complex process that takes several weeks and involves many steps for you and your lender. On closing day, you’ll sign a stack of documents, pay closing costs and receive the ...

Typical home-selling costs can include agent commissions, closing costs, paying off the mortgage and more. Don’t forget to factor in the costs of any repairs, improvements or staging you do to get the ...