Real estate commissions in Utah can be confusing to home buyers and sellers.  Here are the answers to the most common questions agents receive about Realtor fees.

Real Estate Commission Utah

Fully understanding real estate commissions in Utah can be a very confusing process. If you're anything like me, you are doing plenty of research before deciding which agent fits you. As a homeowner and full-time discount real estate agent, I'm providing you with the answers to the most common questions about Realtor fees.

You will learn about discount agents, real estate agent commission rebates, brokerage splits, who pays the commission, and more.

After reading this article, you will be prepared to ask any agent, associate broker, or broker you interview the right questions about…

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Meth testing Utah homes should be a top priority for every buyer. Here are the answers to the most common meth contamination questions.

Meth Testing Utah

Methamphetamine contamination is a huge problem in real estate.  As a homeowner and full-time discount real estate agent, I always recommend meth testing Utah homes before the buyer's due diligence deadline.  Test every house every time!

You will learn how to test a home for meth, what levels of meth are considered safe, and how to decontaminate the home if the test levels are above the legal limit. 

After reading this interview, you will understand how big of an issue meth is in Utah and how to protect you and your family when purchasing real estate.

This is an interview about meth testing Utah…

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Home inspections in Utah can be daunting.  Here are the answers to the most common questions inspectors hear from home buyers.

home inspections in Utah

Scheduling home inspections in Utah is an exciting time during the home-buying process. If you're anything like me, you are researching to ensure you are prepared. As a homeowner and full-time discount real estate agent, I'm providing you with the answers to the most common inspection questions.

You will learn about typical inspection issues, the cost of inspections, environmental hazards, inspection reports, and more.

After reading this interview, you will be prepared to ask your inspector the right questions to protect you and your family.

This post is an interview with Mike Beck from Action Inspection…

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Discount Listing Broker

The homeowner hired a full-service discount real estate listing broker to sell their house in South Jordan.  My one percent (1%)  listing services allow home sellers to work with one of Utah's best real estate brokers while saving money.  

The seller saved $3,675 in listing agent commissions.

9451 S Kirkside Dr South Jordan Discount Listing Broker

Aaron Peters, a discount listing broker in Utah, sold this Sandy property.

9451 S Kirkside Dr, South Jordan, Utah

List Date: 06/26/2014
Sold Date: 10/16/2014
List Price: $425,000
Utah is a non-disclosure state, which means listing brokers are not allowed to disclose the final sale price.
$ SQFT: $99
SQFT: 3695
Bedrooms: Five (5)
Bathrooms: Two full-bath and one three-quarter bath(2.75)
Garage: Seven-car (7)
Acres: .24
Year Built: 1993
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Aaron Peters: Discount Real Estate Commissions – 2022 Performance Highlights

Aaron Peters, founder of DiscountAgent.com, is transforming the real estate landscape in Utah by offering broker commission rebates to home buyers and discount listing brokers services to sellers. His model is simple yet powerful: rebate 50% (1.5%) of the commission earned to buyers, and charge only 1.5% to list homes instead of the traditional 3% charged by most brokerages. This approach saves clients thousands while delivering full-service expertise.

In 2022, Aaron's performance demonstrated the real impact of his innovative model. Below is a breakdown of his home buyer and seller transactions, including the commissions saved.

Home Buyer Services: Broker Commission…

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