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The real estate landscape is on the brink of transformation with significant commission changes imminent. In our latest video below, "Understanding Real Estate Commission Changes: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know," experts delve into the impact of these shifts starting August 2024.
Join Robin Gauthier from NextHome Tidewater Realty as she uncovers what these changes mean alongside experts Melinda Swager and Alicia Rivas. Discover how these alterations will alter the buying and selling processes.
Impact on Buyers
Melinda Swager highlights the shift where buyers may shoulder agent commissions directly, enhancing transparency but posing new challenges. Learn how this change empowers buyers to negotiate while potentially affecting accessibility for certain buyer demographics.
Impact on Sellers
Alicia Rivas discusses how sellers can benefit from reduced costs but must navigate new strategies to appeal to buyers now factoring in agent commissions. The absence of buyer representation may increase legal risks, highlighting the need for expert guidance.
Want the full scoop? Watch the video for a deep dive into the evolving world of real estate commissions. Don't just read about it—see it in action!
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Welcome to Living in Chesapeake & Virginia Beach! I’m Robin Gauthier, a licensed REALTOR® since 2007 and the Principal Broker and Owner of NextHome Tidewater Realty (est. 2017). As a multi-year....
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