{"id":53798,"date":"2026-05-13T00:13:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T04:13:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/?p=53798"},"modified":"2026-05-13T00:14:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T04:14:05","slug":"average-real-estate-agent-commission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/average-real-estate-agent-commission\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Estate Commission: How Much to Pay in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p id=\"commission\">The average real estate commission can hit up to 6% in 2026, of which you pay 3% to the listing agent. That\u2019s $12,875 in commissions on a <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$429,189<\/a> home &#8211; just to get it on the MLS. Skip it! With Houzeo, America\u2019s best real estate platform, your home gets listed for just $249.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"commission\">But there\u2019s more! Post NAR Settlement, the buyer\u2019s agent commissions are negotiable. This means, you could pay even $0 to the buyer\u2019s agent, saving around $25,751. That goes a long way, especially when every dollar counts!<\/p>\n\n\n\t<div style=\"display: block ;\" class=\"home-page-quick-listing-wrapper  content-ql-new-ui \" main-title=\"Sell for max profits now \ud83d\udcb8\" list-title=\"List on Your Local MLS\" list-item-1=\"Save thousands in commissions\" list-item-2=\"100% online platform\" list-item-3=\"5-star customer service\" ql-button=\"\" minimize=\"true\" sidebar=\"\" contact-title=\"\" contact-content=\"\" siteurl_qlb=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\" cash-ql=\"false\"><\/div>\n\t<script>\t\t\n\n\t\tdocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function () {\n\t\t\tconst isMobile = window.screen.width <= 768;\n\n\t\t\t\/\/ Global flags to prevent multiple loads\n\t\t\twindow.quickListingCssLoaded = window.quickListingCssLoaded || false;\n\t\t\twindow.quickListingJsLoaded = window.quickListingJsLoaded || false;\n\n\t\t\tconst cssURL = 'https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/css\/quick-listing-block-v3.css?v=9.8';\n\t\t\tconst jsURL  = 'https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/js\/quick-listing-block-v3.js?v=9.8';\n\n\t\t\t\/\/ \u2705 Load CSS immediately on mobile only\n\t\t\tif (isMobile && !window.quickListingCssLoaded) {\n\t\t\t\twindow.quickListingCssLoaded = true;\n\t\t\t\tloadCSS(cssURL);\n\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\/\/ \u2705 Define JS loader (and CSS for desktop)\n\t\t\twindow.quickListingJsLoadfn = function () {\n\t\t\t\tif (!window.quickListingJsLoaded) {\n\t\t\t\t\twindow.quickListingJsLoaded = true;\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\/\/ On desktop: load CSS here (lazy), since it wasn't loaded initially\n\t\t\t\t\tif (!isMobile && !window.quickListingCssLoaded) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\twindow.quickListingCssLoaded = true;\n\t\t\t\t\t\tloadCSS(cssURL);\n\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n\t\t\t\t\tloadScript(jsURL);\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\/\/ Remove listener after load\n\t\t\t\t\tdocument.removeEventListener(isMobile ? 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You can pay zero, negotiate, or offer it as a concession \u2013 the choice is yours.\ud83d\udcaa<\/li><li><strong>Negotiate Each Dollar:<\/strong> Never assume that the real estate commission is fixed! Your negotiating power impacts your profit.\ud83d\udcb2<\/li><li><strong>Master Your Sale:<\/strong> Research the local market, find local median home prices, and set the perfect asking price for a stellar home sale.\ud83d\udca1<\/li><li><strong>Save With Flat Fee MLS Service:<\/strong> Your home gets listed on the MLS for a flat fee- that\u2019s a fraction of the cost you\u2019d pay to the Realtor.\u2696\ufe0f<\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"buyers-agency-fee\"><strong>What Is the Typical Real Estate Agent Commission?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a percentage of your home&#8217;s sale price that you pay as a standard Realtor commission. The common real estate commission is split between the listing agent and the buyer&#8217;s agent. The average real estate commission rates can reach up to 6%, and are negotiable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which means you pay around 2.5% to 3% commission to each of them. That&#8217;s a whopping $25,751 on a median-priced $429,189 home! Imagine using this for a week in Hawaii, or a down payment on a dream yacht!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-accordion custom-accordion\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-accordion-item accordion-item\"><button class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"accordion-title\">What percentage do most Realtors charge?<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"840px\" height=\"450px\" class=\"accordion-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/dtpwvruv8ddnl.cloudfront.net\/images\/flat-fee-mls\/faqArrow.svg\" alt=\"toggle\"\/><\/button><div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>The average Realtor commission can go up to 6% of the sale price. While sellers traditionally paid both agents, they\u2019re no longer required to cover the buyer\u2019s agent commission post-NAR Settlement.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"realtor-percentage\"><strong>What Impacts Your Realtor Fees?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The real estate commission isn\u2019t set in stone! Here are some of the factors that influence the Realtor\u2019s fee:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol id=\"real-estate-brokerage-percentage\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Property Type: <\/strong><a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/single-family-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Single-family homes<\/a> typically align with the state average rates. Luxury properties might see lower percentages (4%-5%) due to their high sale price. Conversely, vacant land or commercial properties command more due to longer sales cycles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Market Conditions:<\/strong> In a seller\u2019s market (low inventory), agents might be more flexible as homes sell faster. However, in a buyer\u2019s market (high inventory), agents seek higher rates due to increased marketing needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Agent Experience and Services: <\/strong>Experienced agents often ask full fees for their expertise and services they offer, such as professional photography, marketing, negotiation, etc. Less experienced agents or those offering limited services might be more negotiable.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"6-percent-commission\"><strong>What Are the Regional Real Estate Commissions?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Real estate agent fees aren&#8217;t one-size-fits-all! Location matters, and you can expect notable regional variations. <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/how-to-list-on-mls-in-california\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Real Estate commissions in California<\/a> and Texas, the median home sale prices have grown by <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/housing-market\/california\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">6.1%<\/a> and <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/housing-market\/texas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2.8%<\/a>, respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There, a typical real estate commission for realtors may go up to 4% due to the high competition among buyers. In contrast, <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/how-to-list-on-mls-in-vermont\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">real estate agent fees in Vermont<\/a> and Louisiana are often affordable due to less competition. They may typically range from 2.5 to 3%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"average-real-estate-commission-by-state\"><strong>Average Real Estate Commission by State<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since real estate fees can vary based on one&#8217;s region, less competitive markets like West Virginia, Alabama, or Oklahoma can see lower rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, states with tourists and luxury condos like California, Hawaii, New York, and other affluent areas can see higher rates. This is due to their prime location, limited availability of land, high demand, and the prestige associated with their luxury lifestyles.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"footable_parent_140372\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_0\" data-footable_id=\"140372\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Real Estate Commission States and Cities\"            id=\"footable_140372\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_3887804271_140372\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_140372 ninja_table_unique_id_3887804271_140372 ui table  ninja_search_right nt_type_legacy_table celled vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_2 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_region \">Region<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_full_service_agents \">States\/Cities<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_2 ninja_clmn_nm_states \">Average Real Estate Commissions<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"7000\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_7000\">\n            <td><b>Northeast<\/b><\/td><td><b>States<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-connecticut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Connecticut<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-massachusetts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Massachusetts<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-new-hampshire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">New Hampshire<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">New Jersey<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-new-york\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">New York<\/a> |<a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-pennsylvania\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Pennsylvania<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-rhode-island\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Rhode Island<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-vermont\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Vermont <\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-delaware\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Delaware<\/a><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"7002\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_7002\">\n            <td><b>Northeast<\/b><\/td><td><b>Key Cities<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-new-york-city-ny\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">New York City<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-philadelphia-pa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Philadelphia<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-long-island-ny\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Long Island<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-pittsburgh-pa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Pittsburgh<\/a> | <\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"7005\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_7005\">\n            <td><b>Midwest<\/b><\/td><td><b>States<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-illinois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Illinois<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-indiana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Indiana<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-iowa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"> Iowa<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-kansas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Kansas<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-michigan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Michigan<\/a> |<a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-minnesota\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"> Minnesota<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-missouri\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Missouri<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-nebraska\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Nebraska<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-north-dakota\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"> North Dakota<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-ohio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Ohio<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-south-dakota\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">South Dakota<\/a>\n | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-wisconsin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Wisconsin<\/a>\n<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"6999\" class=\"ninja_table_row_3 nt_row_id_6999\">\n            <td><b>Midwest<\/b><\/td><td><b>Key Cities<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-milwaukee-wi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Milwaukee<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-indianapolis-in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Indianapolis<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-detroit-mi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Detroit<\/a> |<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"7004\" class=\"ninja_table_row_4 nt_row_id_7004\">\n            <td><b>South<\/b><\/td><td><b>States<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-alabama\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Alabama<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-arkansas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Arkansas<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Florida<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-georgia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Georgia<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-kentucky\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Kentucky<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-louisiana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Louisiana<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-maryland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Maryland<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-mississippi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Mississippi<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-north-carolina\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">North Carolina<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-oklahoma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Oklahoma<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-south-carolina\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"> South Carolina<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-tennessee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Tennessee<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-virginia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Virginia<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-texas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Texas<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-west-virginia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">West Virginia<\/a>  | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-washington-dc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Washington D.C.<\/a><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"7001\" class=\"ninja_table_row_5 nt_row_id_7001\">\n            <td><b>South<\/b><\/td><td><b>Key Cities<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-atlanta-ga\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Atlanta<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-miami-fl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Miami<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-orlando-fl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Orlando<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-jacksonville-fl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Jacksonville<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-knoxville-tn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Knoxville<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-raleigh-nc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Raleigh<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-charlotte-nc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Charlotte<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-asheville-nc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Asheville<\/a> | <\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"7006\" class=\"ninja_table_row_6 nt_row_id_7006\">\n            <td><b>West<\/b><\/td><td><b>States<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-alaska\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Alaska<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-arizona\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Arizona<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-california\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">California<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-colorado\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Colorado<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-hawaii\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Hawaii<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-idaho\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Idaho<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-montana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Montana<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-nevada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Nevada <\/a>| <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-new-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">New Mexico<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-oregon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Oregon<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-utah\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Utah<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-washington\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Washington <\/a>| <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-wyoming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Wyoming<\/a>\n<\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"7003\" class=\"ninja_table_row_7 nt_row_id_7003\">\n            <td><b>West<\/b><\/td><td><b>Key Cities<\/b><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-los-angeles-ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Los Angeles<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-san-francisco-ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">San Francisco<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-san-diego-ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">San Diego<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-sacramento-ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Sacramento<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-phoenix-az\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Phoenix<\/a> |  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-tucson-az\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Tucson<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/real-estate-commissions-in-fresno-ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Fresno<\/a> |<\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n    \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"buyers-agent-fee\"><strong>Who Pays the Realtor Fees?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"commission-rate-for-realtors\">As per the new real estate commission laws, it depends on how you negotiate. Here\u2019s how the real estate agent fees are compensated now:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"standard-realtor-commission\"><strong>1. Listing Agent Fees: Who Pays?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"agent-fee\">If you&#8217;re a home seller, you pay the listing agent commission. It&#8217;s generally 3% of your home&#8217;s selling price and is included in the <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/closing-costs-for-sellers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">closing costs for sellers<\/a>. Your listing agent and broker further divide this commission between them.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"newClosingCostBox calculatorModal viewClosingCost\">\n\t    <p class=\"ClosingTitle\">Closing Cost Calculator <\/p>\t\n\t    <div class=\"newCloseValueBox calculatorFormModal\">\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"newCloseInputBox\">\t\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"newCloseDollar\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dtpwvruv8ddnl.cloudfront.net\/images\/newBlog\/dollar-vector.svg\" alt=\"dollar\">\n                <\/span>\n                <input id=\"number-separator\" type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Enter Your Home Price\" oninput=\"this.value = this.value.replace(\/[^0-9.]\/g, '').replace(\/(\\..*)\\.\/g, '$1');\" value=\"500,000\" min=\"10000\" step=\"10000\" class=\"homePrice number-separator form-control\">\t\t\t\t\t\n                <span class=\"errorMsg ClosingCostError\" style=\"display: none;\">Please enter your home price<\/span>\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div 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class=\"newRoleSelect\">\t\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"newRoleTitle\">Select Your Role<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"newRoleRadioBox\">\n                        <div class=\"customRadio\">\n                            <label for=\"radio-6a325c4a2f4db\">\n                                <input id=\"radio-6a325c4a2f4db\" type=\"radio\" value=\"3\" name=\"radio-group-6a325c4a2f4dd\" checked> <span class=\"checkmark\"> <label for=\"radio-6a325c4a2f4db\" class=\"checkmarkLabel\"><\/label>Seller<\/span>\n                            <\/label>\n                        <\/div>\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"customRadio\">\n                            <label for=\"radio-6a325c4a2f4dc\">\n                                <input id=\"radio-6a325c4a2f4dc\" type=\"radio\" value=\"4\" name=\"radio-group-6a325c4a2f4dd\" > <span class=\"checkmark\"> <label for=\"radio-6a325c4a2f4dc\" class=\"checkmarkLabel\"><\/label> Buyer <\/span><\/div>\n                            <\/label>\n                        <\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"newRoleButtonBox listingNewRole\">\n                        <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"newRoleButton listingNowBtn\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">View My Closing Costs<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n                   \n\t\t<\/div>\t\n\t<\/div>  \n\n<script>\ndocument.querySelectorAll(\".listingNowBtn\").forEach(function(button) {\n    button.addEventListener(\"click\", function(e) {\n        e.preventDefault();\n\n        var calculatorContainer = button.closest(\".newClosingCostBox\"); \/\/ Find the parent container\n        var propertyPriceInput = calculatorContainer.querySelector(\".homePrice\");\n        var propertyPrice = propertyPriceInput.value.replace(\/,\/g, ''); \/\/ Get price\n\n        if (propertyPrice == \"\" || propertyPrice == \"0\") {\n            calculatorContainer.querySelector(\".errorMsg\").style.display = \"block\";\n            return;\n        } else {\n            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Buyer Agent Commission: Who Covers the Cost?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"what-is-a-typical-buyers-agent-fee\">Here are 3 ways to pay the buyer&#8217;s agent commission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol id=\"buyer-agent-fee\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sellers Cover the Buyer\u2019s Agent Commission:<\/strong> You can choose to pay the 6% real estate commission &#8211; 3% to your listing agent and 3% to the buyer&#8217;s agent. However, you or your agent will have to contact the buyer&#8217;s agent to make this offer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buyers Pay Their Agents:<\/strong> The buyer can choose to (or you can ask them to) compensate their agent. Buyers&#8217; agents typically require their clients to sign an agreement. It clearly states the commission amount that the buyer has to pay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sellers and Buyers Negotiate a Deal:<\/strong> In a buyer\u2019s market, buyers can bid higher and request you to offer a concession. The amount above the concessional rate goes to the buyer&#8217;s agent.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-houzeo-grey-text blue-box-content-list\"> \u2696\ufe0f <strong>A Quick Comparison:<\/strong> Imagine a potluck &#8211; you bring mac and cheese, and the buyer brings cookies. Each one cooks what they bring! That&#8217;s exactly <strong>how real estate commissions are split post the NAR Settlement<\/strong>.<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"real-estate-commission-changes-2024\"><strong>Does the NAR Settlement Benefit Home Sellers?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"realtor-compensation\">Thanks to the&nbsp;<a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/nar-settlement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NAR Settlement<\/a>, your wallet can catch a break! The new real estate commission rules favor home sellers in 3 interesting ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"whats-comission\"><strong>1. You Get More Control Over Costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"common-realtor-fees\">You now have the power to decide if and how much you contribute to the buyer\u2019s agent. This means you can offer nothing or negotiate a specific amount as a concession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"typical-realtor-percentage\"><strong>2. You Enjoy Clearer Deal Terms<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"typical-broker-commission\">The buyer agents now sign written agreements with their clients for their services and pay. This indicates no more hidden deals for you. All the parties know the costs upfront, leading to a smoother home sale. Remember: if it\u2019s not in writing, it\u2019s not happening!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"typical-agent-commission\"><strong>3. You Attract More Serious Buyers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"who-pays-real-estate-commission\">With direct client agreements, buyer agents would bring only committed buyers for your property. This filters out casual shoppers, ensuring more qualified offers for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"how-to-negotiate-realtor-fees\"><strong>How to Save on Real Estate Commissions?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"real-estate-agent-average-commission\">When you maximize net profit, you minimize costs! In this hot market, you have more options than ever to save up on the hefty commissions. Here are some ways to save thousands when selling your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"typical-realtor-commission-split\"><strong>1. List for a Flat Fee<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"realtor-percentage-for-selling-a-home\">If you want max exposure without high commissions, but are unsure <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/how-to-list-on-the-mls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to list on the MLS<\/a>, Houzeo is your answer. Your home gets listed within 24 hours, at a fraction of a Realtor\u2019s cost. It&#8217;s almost like ordering drive-thru at Chick-fil-A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-accordion custom-accordion\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-accordion-item accordion-item\"><button class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"accordion-title\">How much can I save without a Realtor?<\/span><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"840px\" height=\"450px\" class=\"accordion-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/dtpwvruv8ddnl.cloudfront.net\/images\/flat-fee-mls\/faqArrow.svg\" alt=\"toggle\"\/><\/button><div class=\"accordion-content\">\n<p>Thousands, depending on your home value! Calculate your <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/flat-fee-mls#your-savings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">home savings<\/a> now. Don\u2019t let hefty Realtor fees spoil your home-selling experience!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"840px\" height=\"450px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-777629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em><sub>If you list with Houzeo, your listing will also be visible on popular sites like Zillow, Realtor.com, and local MLSs<\/sub><\/em><sub>.<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"average-sellers-commission\"><strong>2. Sell &#8216;FSBO<\/strong>&#8216;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"agent-commission-percentage\">You can go for the <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/for-sale-by-owner-websites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best FSBO websites<\/a> and sell your home without a Realtor. You\u2019ve got to market your home, manage showings, and handle negotiations, all by yourself. It is like steering your boat through the Mississippi with only a map!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"typical-realtors-commission\">But here&#8217;s the easiest way to <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/sell-your-home-fsbo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sell FSBO<\/a>, you get licensed broker assistance to help you sell like a pro while saving thousands!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"free-fsbo-checklist\"><strong>FSBO Home Sale: The Blueprint<\/strong> \ud83d\udcdc<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to sell without a Realtor, you don\u2019t have to feel overwhelmed! This <strong>free FSBO checklist<\/strong> is a step-by-step guide for a smooth, commission-free sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-houzeo-fsbo-checklist download_checklist_wrap mainVideoSec mainImageSec\"><div class=\"leftBlockVideo\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"840px\" height=\"450px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/FSBO_checklist-Pillar.webp\" alt=\"Image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"rightBlockVideo\"><p class=\"RightBlockTophead\">Keep the Commission, Take the Checklist<\/p><p class=\"RightBlockTophead-content\">Smart sellers use checklists. Savvy sellers use ours.<\/p><a     class=\"mobileCTA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/checklist_pillar.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Your FSBO Checklist<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"seller-and-buyer-agent-commission\"><strong>3. Choose a Discount Real Estate Broker<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"listing-broker-fee\">You can get all traditional Realtor services at discounted rates (1% to 1.5%) with <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/discount-real-estate-brokers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">discount real estate brokers<\/a>. Most of them offer full-service Realtor benefits, too. Now that&#8217;s striking gold without the price tag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"quick-link-text quick-link-text-style\">\ud83d\udc49 List Your Home Now and Save Thousands on Commissions <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"listing-agent-fee\"><strong>4. Sell to an iBuyer or Cash Buyer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/sell-my-house-fast-for-cash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sell your home fast for cash<\/a>, a cash buyer marketplace can deliver! You get quick, competitive offers, up to 100% of FMV for your property as multiple buyers bid. It&#8217;s kind of like the latest iPhone on launch day, everybody wants it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-28\" id=\"how-do-real-estate-commissions-work\"><strong>What Should You Do Before Paying a Realtor Commission?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"new-real-estate-commission-law-real-estate-commission-changes-2025\">To sell your home like a pro, you must master commission negotiation and know what you\u2019re paying for! Don&#8217;t be a rookie and use these tips to outsmart common mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol id=\"how-do-i-pay-my-real-estate-agent\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Negotiate Your Fee:<\/strong> Don\u2019t assume the 5% to 6% commission is final. You can negotiate for a lower commission rate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look Beyond the Commission Rate:<\/strong> Paying a hefty fee doesn\u2019t always mean that you\u2019ll get the best service. You might need to market your property well to make your home sell faster in the current <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/housing-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">housing market<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evaluate the Services Included:<\/strong> Some agents might offer fewer services for the same standard commission. Finalize your commission rate after you clarify what their package includes (e.g., <a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/what-is-home-staging-and-is-it-worth-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">home staging<\/a>, photography, marketing).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Widen Your Buyer Pool:<\/strong> You can offer a concession to cover a part of the buyer\u2019s agent fee. 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Each option comes with tailored features, comprehensive services, and commission savings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>#5: Upload Pictures and Sign Agreement:<\/strong> Add your best shots and digitally sign your listing agreement to get your home live on the MLS fast!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading margin-top-15\" id=\"normal-real-estate-commission\"><strong>How Much Do You Save With Houzeo?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Over $21,000!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you sell your house with a listing agent, you may have to spend a whopping $25,751 on a median home of $429,189. However, with&nbsp;<a     href=\"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Houzeo<\/a>, you get to save a huge $21,161! 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