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The other weekend, while chatting with a friend over dinner, I realized something quite interesting — most people don’t actually know what a real estate agent (Makler) or a property company really does for their clients in Germany. Sure, everyone seems to know how much money agents make — after all, their commission is clearly mentioned in most property listings. But when it comes to what they actually do to earn that commission, things get a little fuzzy. Many people believe a Makler’s job is simply to find a property, convince you to buy it, and walk away with a big chunk of your money. But honestly? That’s a very narrow and unfair picture. In today’s world, where buying property is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make, having partial knowledge about how the process really works doesn’t do anyone any favors, least of all you as a buyer. Here are 10 things a Makler actually does when you’re buying a property in Germany: 1. Helps You Find the Right Property ...