Big change for anyone house hunting: buyers now have to pay their real estate agent’s fee directly, which could mean thousands more out of pocket at closing. Before, sellers usually covered both agents’ commissions, but new rules mean buyers sign a contract with their agent and are responsible for the fee—often around 2% of the home price. The good news? There are ways to cut or defer this cost. You can ask the seller for a credit, look for agents offering flat or tiered fees, or even roll the fee into your mortgage by increasing your offer. How do you feel about this shift? Will it change your homebuying plans? #RealEstate #realestate #homebuying