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Real Estate Professional

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Updated 2026-08-01

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. Real Estate Settlement Procedures

FTC Real Estate Terms

FTC · pp. 14–15

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