Do buyers or sellers have the upper hand? Three real estate brokers explain why it’s an impossible question to answer and how they’re helping clients navigate a fragmented market by managing expectations and smart negotiations.
Source: Inman News
Tensions run high as buyers and sellers battle for ‘the driver’s seat’
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