Bailey Peterson
Bailey Peterson is Clever's resident expert on real estate costs, fees, and commissions. He's focused on harnessing the power of research and data to provide insights that lead to better outcomes for home buyers and sellers.
Prior to Clever, Bailey worked as a Senior Research Analyst for ValuePenguin and LendingTree, where he wrote expert advice about credit cards and auto insurance. Bailey has a wide range of experience researching real estate and personal finance topics, including interviewing state legislators about insurance policy.
Bailey’s writing and research have been featured on CNBC, NBC News, Houston Chronicle, and the National Transportation Safety Board.
When he isn’t writing about real estate, Bailey can be found prepping for the Boston Marathon, brewing award-winning beers, or tending to his iOS app BeerChef.
Education
- BA Mathematics, Minor in Computer Science - Occidental College
Featured Published Articles
Current Average Realtor Commission Rates
Looking for average real estate commission rates by state? We surveyed U.S. realtors and crunched the numbers to find accurate data for all 50 states.
Typical Real Estate Commission on Land Sales
The typical real estate commission on land sales is 5–10%. Learn what factors affect broker fees on land sales and top ways to save.
The Ultimate Guide to Hawaii Real Estate Taxes
Hawaii’s real estate tax regulations affect both home buyers and sellers. Read on to learn how they’ll affect you and how you can lower your tax burden.
What is the Difference Between a Selling and Listing Agent?
Planning to buy or sell a house? You need a top selling or listing agent. Learn what each does, how much they cost, and how to find the perfect one.
How Much Does Title Insurance Cost?
On average, title insurance costs $1,970-2,760 according to our analysis. Read on for a complete breakdown of title insurance rates.
What Are Seller Concessions?
Sellers concessions are contributions sellers give to buyer to offset their costs. Often, they come in the form of credits towards the buyer’s closing costs.