Most states require real estate sales professionals to be licensed by the state, so that they can control education and experience requirements and have a central authority to resolve consumer problems. The terminology used to identify real estate professionals varies a little from state to state. Brokers are generally required to have more education and…

A real estate salesperson is more than just a «sales person.» They act on your behalf as your agent, providing you with advice and guidance and doing a job — helping you buy or sell a home. While it is true they get paid for what they do, so do other professions that provide advice,…

You might want to consult a couple more Realtors on the market value of your home. Most of the estimates should be in the same ballpark. It could be that your friend is being more honest with you about the value of your home and the other Realtor gave you a higher number because he…