September 7, 2007
ePerks = $aving$!
The average list price of the homes I inspected during the second quarter of this year was about $600,000. I’m sure some of the buyers were able to negotiate lower prices, but the average still works out to about that much. Realtors charge a 6% commission, so that’s about $36,000, and only one of the fees that has to be settled before closing. Additional transaction fees like escrow services, loan fees and my termite inspection fees can add thousands more. All of that money has to be paid before the property can change hands. Home buyers and sellers need every break they can get, and ePERKS.com provides one of the best I’ve seen. Finding your realtor through ePerks can earn you up to 20% cash back on your transaction. When you’re dealing with those kind of numbers, 20% is a significant chunk of change you’ll get to keep in your own pocket. It makes good sense to check out ePerks before you hire your realtor. And, hey! ePerks can help you save money on other types of purchases, too. Check them out and see how much you can save!
[tags]eperks.com,home buying, home selling, real estate transaction fees, realtors[/tags]
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