To remain a Realtor, real estate agents must follow the guidelines outlined by NAR, and retake the online course every four years. Lordn / iStock via Getty Images.

Most realtors and real estate agents get paid on a commission basis, which means they’re only paid after a home sale closes. A good Realtor or real estate agent makes a huge difference when ...

Real estate agents, brokers, and realtors are often considered the same. In reality, these positions have somewhat different qualifications and responsibilities.

Many real estate agents and brokers are Realtors, meaning they are members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). They’re bound to follow the Realtor’s Code of Ethics.

Let's say, for example, that a buyer and seller (each with a real estate agent) agree to a deal on a home for $200,000. Assuming the real estate commission is 5%, the fee would be $10,000 ...

A Realtor is a real estate agent, but not all real estate agents are Realtors. Brokers manage real estate agents. Who you should work with depends on your needs and their experience and reputation.

Realtors are hardworking business owners who on average make less than $60,000 a year and work every day to serve our clients. ... How real estate agents help consumers navigate the system.

Your real estate agent may be charging too much. Why should homebuyers and sellers pay for services they neither want nor use? It's like being forced to pay a travel agent commission when booking ...

Only four in 10 new real-estate agents are confident they'll be able to have a long-term career in the industry, a survey conducted last year by Realtor.com found.

The National Association of Realtors is facing antitrust lawsuits and sexual harassment allegations, and real estate agents are now looking for alternatives. By Debra Kamin Debra Kamin spent much ...