Can I Back Out of a Contract with a Real Estate Agent? Here’s What You Need to Know

Signing a contract with a real estate agent is an important step, whether you’re buying or selling a home. It formalizes your working relationship, outlines expectations, and gives the agent the right to represent you. But what happens if you’re not happy with the partnership? Can you back out of a

Can a Seller Refuse to Pay a Buyer’s Agent?

As the real estate landscape changes, sellers now have more opportunities to decide how to handle agent commissions, particularly when it comes to paying a buyer’s agent. While these costs have always been negotiable, recent changes in the industry are making it more common for buyers and sellers to

What is Buyer Agency Compensation?

When you’re buying a home, one of the most important pieces of the puzzle is working with a real estate agent to guide you through the process. But how do these agents get paid, and who is responsible for covering their fees? This is where buyer agency compensation comes in. Traditionally, sellers h

How to Screen Tenants: Step-by-Step Guide to Screening Renters

When listing your home for rent, there’s plenty to do like creating an application, finding tenants, and signing a lease agreement. One thing you’ll need to learn about is how to screen tenants during the application process. In this Redfin article, we’ll give you the step-by-step guide to screening