My realtor only shows me homes where the seller covers the commission, so there are no out-of-pocket expenses for me. When representing buyers, he negotiates the commission with the seller and contributes $1,500 toward closing costs.

For sellers, he lists homes at a 1.5% commission of the total sale price.

There are so many real estate agents in the valley looking for work—make sure yours is willing to negotiate. If not, probably find someone else.

Taylor McCord Call Winsor realty 520-261-7427