Real Estate Commission Calculator

How this calculator works

Multiply the sale price by the commission rate to get the total commission, then subtract it from the price. The result is what remains before you pay your mortgage balance and other closing costs. Commission rates are negotiable and vary by market and agreement, so use the rate in your own listing contract.

Example

A home sells for $425,000 with a 5.5% total commission. The calculator shows: Commission: $23,375.00 · Left before loan payoff: $401,625.00.

Tips

• Ask whether the rate you were quoted is the total commission or only your own agent’s share.
• Other seller costs can include transfer taxes, title fees, repairs and prorated property tax, so do not treat the remaining number as pure proceeds.
• Even a small difference in rate is a lot of money on a large sale. Compare agents and ask what each rate includes.

Common questions

Who pays the commission?

The seller usually pays it out of the sale proceeds, but the details depend on your listing agreement and local practice, which have changed in some areas.

Is the commission rate fixed?

No. It is negotiated between you and your agent and differs by market, price and services.

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