Real Estate Professional
FreddieMac
Updated 10-31-2026
Real Estate Professional
An individual who provides services in buying and selling homes. The real estate professional is paid a percentage of the home sale price by the seller. Unless you've specifically contracted with a buyer's agent, the real estate professional represents the interest of the seller. Real estate professionals may be able to refer you to local lenders or mortgage brokers, but are generally not involved in the lending process.
FreddieMac Glossary
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FTC
Updated 10-31-2026
Real Estate Professional
An individual who provides services in buying and selling homes. The real estate profes-sional is paid a percentage of the home sale price by the seller. Unless you've specifically contracted with a buyer's agent, the real estate professional rep-resents the interest of the seller. Real estate professionals may be able to refer you to local lenders or mortgage brokers, but are generally not involved in the lending process.
FTC Real Estate Terms
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