Closing the Resource Gap for Real Estate Consumers

One of the main reasons we created Negotiate the Comp was to fill the void of resources that existed for consumers to access should they need some guidance on the new flow of a real estate deal.

Prior to August 17, 2024, most consumers just signed what the agent gave to them without question. After that date, and with the NEW First Step in real estate in place, there are increasingly more reasons for consumers to be informed and do their due diligence. There are plenty of resources for real estate agents, designed to help them out, but not for consumers.

Enter NtC and our mission, which is to help inform consumers about the ins and outs of the new real estate transaction. While we have attempted to provide you with extensive information designed to help you go it alone, there are additional resources for you. To make it easier, we have created a quick list of additional resources, with a brief explanation of each. 

Keep checking back – we will add more links as resources become available.

Here you go:

Mintzer Legal 

Designed to assist consumers in understanding their options and help them negotiate with trusted guidance that promotes transparency and can create significant savings in real estate transactions.

 

The Louisiana Housing Corporation 

The Louisiana Housing Corporation offers various programs to make homeownership a reality for the people of Louisiana. LHC offers homeownership education counseling programs, programs that can assist eligible homebuyers reduce their down payments, mortgage interest rates for the various programs offered through the LHC and a mortgage calculator to determine your monthly payment amount and help budget for your new home.

 

 Louisiana Real Estate Commission 

The LREC serves and protects the public interest in real estate transactions and other real estate related activities. LREC administers and enforces the Louisiana Real Estate License Law and Commission Rules and Regulations. LREC’s website provides the relevant real estate agent/broker/transaction rules and regulations, agent license verification look up and complaint filing and investigation.

 

Consumer Advocates in American Real Estate 

Protecting and advocating for real estate consumers since 2008. A deep database of articles for topics that interest consumers. Dual agency, controlled business arrangements, price fixing and more.

 

Consumer Federation of America 

The Consumer Federation of America (CFA) is an association of non-profit consumer organizations that was established in 1968 to advance the consumer interest through research, advocacy, and education.

 

Real Estate Advocacy Alliance 

Championing integrity and professionalism in real estate by advocating for consumers, empowering professionals, and holding those who have harmed consumers and/or real estate practitioners accountable.