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How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?

June 21, 2009 by Christine

Christine

Most people probably realize that real estate agents get paid by commission, but who pays that commission?   The answer is, it depends.  The most common scenario is that an agent is paid by the seller when the house is sold.   Usually, the seller enters into a listing agreement…

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Remember to Buy Your Orange County Fair Super Pass by June 28

June 21, 2009 by Christine

Christine

The Super Pass allows access to the entire Fair for one price if purchased by June 28, 2009.  The pass is $25 for adults, $20 for seniors (60+) and $15 for children 6 to 12.  The Orange County Fair runs this year from July 10 to August 9. For more information see Super…

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Growth Leader – Week 19 – The Leads Keep Coming In

June 21, 2009 by Christine

Christine

Last week, I wrote that I intend to continue with Growth Leader now that my free trial is over.  Last weekend was incredible for the number of leads I received.  I received 8 in 4 days. I expect that I won't see this type of result with my new program…

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Do Rental Property Owners Qualify for the $8,000 First Time Buyers Tax Credit?

June 21, 2009 by Christine

Christine

According to the IRS, a taxpayer who has owned rental property for the past three years may qualify for the credit.  That person may not have lived and used the home as a primary residence for the past three years.   So, for those who have rental properties but do…

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How do real estate agents get paid?

June 15, 2009 by Christine

Christine

Agents can be paid by the seller, the bank or the buyer.

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