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Buyer-Agent Commission

Understand buyer-agent commission — what it is, and whether you need to offer it.

OnMLS Support Team··1 min read

Buyer-agent commission is separate from the 0.50% your assigned licensed broker closing fee. It is entirely optional and negotiable.

Traditionally, sellers offered 2.5–3% to the buyer's agent to incentivize showings. Recent rule changes (following NAR settlement) mean buyers and their agents negotiate compensation separately.

You can choose to offer a buyer-agent commission, offer zero, or offer a flat amount. Your assigned licensed broker can advise you on what is typical in your local market before you decide.

Any buyer-agent commission you offer is displayed on the MLS listing and visible to buyers' agents. Adjusting this amount after listing is allowed at any time from your dashboard.

Brokerage services provided by your assigned licensed broker, a licensed brokerage. OnMLS is a technology platform that facilitates MLS listings through our licensed brokerage partner. Buyer-agent commission is separate, optional, and negotiable.

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