9 Things Real Estate Agents Don't Want You to Know

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In 2016, close to 5.5 million homes -- including single-family dwellings, townhouses, and condos -- were sold across the country. In nearly 90% of those transactions, the buyer, the seller, or both used a real estate agent. In fact, just 8% of the houses sold in 2016 were for sale by owner (FSBO).

So if you're planning a move, you're probably also planning to hire a real estate agent. Before you do, there are a few key things you need to know that agents may not want to tell you.

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