stevecastaneda

I'll never forget this read over at Cracked:

http://www.cracked.com/article_15643_5-scientific-reasons-zombie-apocalypse-could-actually-happen.html

It's only a matter of time. I, for one, will be out working on my cardio.

I might be moving later this year (staying in the Houston area). Has anyone recently sold a home in the area, or if you happen to be "in the know", and can comment on what kind of commissions they had to pay out? Also since i plan to purchase the next home in the Houston-area, I would consider using the same company to buy and sell. I understand this would give me some leverage to negotiate on the commission.... or is that wishful thinking? Any related tips are appreciated. Thanks.

Commissions are always negotiable, especially if you are going to use the same agent to help with the purchase of your new home (not wishful thinking!). What I usually see at my office is a 4% listing fee for using the same agent, but again - all negotiable.

Not all agents offer a discount like this, and it really depends on where you'll be moving to (and if they service that new area) so just be upfront with them about what you're looking to accomplish before scheduling any listing appointments.