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How Real Estate Commissions Work

It’s important for consumers looking to experience the American dream of homeownership to understand how real estate agents are paid for the services they provide. At the outset, the seller and that person’s listing broker agree on the amount the listing broker will receive for the services it provides to the seller. The listing broker and seller also discuss and agree upon an amount that the listing broker will pay a broker who successfully closes the transaction with a ready, willing and able buyer. Here are seven additional things you need to know.

In the News

Following are stories that bring to life how REALTORS® advocate for consumers, how local broker marketplaces advance equity and access, and how small businesses are beneficiaries of these local real estate marketplaces.