Realtor Roulette: How to Spin the New Commission Rules in Your Favor

Learn about new real estate commission rules and how they impact home buyers, sellers, and the future of agent fees.

How will real estate commissions work following the National Association of Realtors settlement? What do post-NAR rules mean for home buyers and sellers? Hosts Sean Pyles and Anna Helhoski break down the new real estate commission rules that recently came into effect following a landmark lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors. Holden Lewis, NerdWallet’s home and mortgage expert, joins the discussion to explain the recent changes, what they mean for the industry, and how they could affect your next real estate transaction.

In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: real estate commissions, real estate commission rules, real estate agent fees, real estate commission changes, buyer's agent commission, seller's agent commission, real estate lawsuits, real estate settlement, real estate market changes, commission negotiations, buying a house, selling a house, real estate commission lawsuit, MLS rules, real estate industry news, real estate trends, real estate legal changes, commission rules, real estate commissions explained, real estate agent compensation, new real estate laws, and real estate regulations.

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