America's homebuyers have a huge new bargaining chip
Briefly

Arnab Dutta's experiences buying a home reflect growing dissatisfaction with traditional real estate commissions, often perceived as excessive and not aligned with buyers' interests. The settlement by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) aimed to address these issues by changing how commissions are structured, hoping to introduce negotiation and reduce costs. However, a year later, the anticipated impact appears minimal, with no significant change in average commission rates, leaving many buyers still frustrated with the status quo in real estate transactions.
Dutta's frustration with traditional real estate commissions reflects a larger dissatisfaction among home buyers who want more control over costs and outcomes.
After a significant settlement, expectations were high for changes in how real estate commissions are structured, but results have been disappointing and incremental.
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