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Expert advice for California home buyers on commissions, representation, and saving money on your next home purchase.

Do I Need a Buyer's Agent If I Found the Home at an Open House?

You toured the home yourself. Here's why you still want representation — and how to get it for 1% instead of 2.5%.

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How to Save on Buyer Agent Commission in California

Four real ways to reduce what you pay your buyer's agent — from negotiation to rebates to offer-stage agents.

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How to Buy a For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Home With an Agent in California

FSBO deals are riskier than most buyers realize. Here's how to get representation without overpaying for it.

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Do I Need a Buyer's Agent for New Construction in California?

The builder has a sales team. Here's why you still want your own agent reviewing that contract — and how to save on the commission.

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Buyer Agent Commission After the NAR Settlement: What California Buyers Need to Know

The rules changed in 2024. Here's what the NAR settlement and AB 2992 mean for California buyers — and how to use it to your advantage.

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