Buyers Agent Fees: Don’t Forget to Clarify Payment Obligations During Negotiations

During negotiations, be sure to explain to your buyer how much, if any, of the buyer’s agent’s fee the buyer will owe based on the documents currently being negotiated.  Especially in the case of a seller’s counteroffer modifying the amount of the seller’s contribution to the buyer’s agent’s fee, it’s important to ensure your buyer is aware of their financial responsibility.

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