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 ...

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 ...

The final step of a real estate purchase can be the most complicated. Mark Conlan Has your offer on a home been accepted? Congratulations! If all goes well, it will soon be time for the closing, the ...

Settlement – also referred to as closing – is the final stage of making your dream home your own. The final settlement meeting will usually involve the closing agent, the seller, both real estate ...

FinCEN has expanded its reach with a new rule (to be published at 31 CFR 1031.320) that will require closing attorneys and title companies to file transparency reports in connection with many ...

Buying real estate is one of the most important financial decisions many people make. But beyond finding the right property or securing a mortgage, due diligence is critical in ensuring your ...