New Real Estate Rules Are Here—What Buyers Must Know in 2025

Buying a home has always come with its challenges—but in 2025, a major rule change just added a new twist.

If you’re thinking of touring homes or making an offer, here’s what you need to know:

🧾 You Now Need a Signed Agreement With a Buyer’s Agent—Before You Tour
Thanks to a new legal settlement, buyers are now required to formally sign a contract with their real estate agent before even viewing homes in person. No more casual browsing. It's now a serious commitment—and a smart one.

💰 You May Be Responsible for Your Agent’s Fee
Sellers are no longer required to offer compensation to buyer's agents. This means you'll need to negotiate commissions up front, and understand how that impacts your overall costs.

🛡️ Working With the Right Agent Matters More Than Ever
This isn’t the time to go it alone. A great buyer’s agent will not only negotiate on your behalf but help you find programs, savings, and strategies that could offset new costs and protect your investment.

🤝 You’re Still in Control
You have the power to choose who represents you, how much you're willing to pay, and what kind of support you want. The key is getting educated before you make a move.

🏡 Buying this year? Let’s talk strategy.
👉 Schedule a quick buyer consult and let’s walk through how these changes affect you.

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Don’t let rule changes slow you down. With the right guidance, homeownership is still within reach—and smarter than ever.