You might want to consult a couple more Realtors on the market value of your home. Most of the estimates should be in the same ballpark. It could be that your friend is being more honest with you about the value of your home and the other Realtor gave you a higher number because he…

A real estate salesperson is more than just a “salesperson.” They act on your behalf as your agent, providing you with advice and guidance. Their job mainly consists of helping you buy or sell a home. The Internet has opened up a world of information that wasn’t previously available to homebuyers and sellers. The data…

Most states require real estate sales professionals to be licensed by the state, so that they can control education and experience requirements and have a central authority to resolve consumer problems. The terminology used to identify real estate professionals varies a little from state to state. Brokers are generally required to have more education and…