🏡 What Sellers Need to Know About Agent Compensation
Listing Representation: What’s Changed
In the past, we often recommended that sellers
offer buyer agent compensation—typically 3%—
as a smart strategy to attract more interest.
It was never a requirement, and it still isn’t.
Now, we clearly outline our listing fee, and then
walk sellers through how buyer agent c
ompensation may come into play during the
offer process.
Most buyers will ask the seller to cover their agent’s fee. That request is common—but not automatic.
We simply prepare you to expect it and help you decide how to respond.
Each offer will be evaluated as a whole—price, timing, terms, and structure—and we’ll discuss it together.
Our Listing Fee
3% of the final sales price
This covers the full scope of work it takes to price, prep, market, negotiate, and manage your sale—from the first showing to closing day.
We are licensed professionals with legal responsibility, fiduciary duty, and deep experience.
We’re also small business owners—personally invested in doing this right.
We don’t outsource that value and we don’t pre-negotiate compensation on behalf of the buyer’s agent.
When a Buyer Asks for Agent Compensation
You're not required to say yes.
But depending on the offer,
it might be worth considering.
We'll help you assess:
• The overall strength of the offer
• How the request fits into the bigger picture
• And whether it aligns with your goals
If a buyer’s agent request for
compensation is beyond what's
being offered, they'll discus it with
their client directly.
We’ll help you decide
what makes sense.
Strategy Matters
Every homeowner and every offer is unique.
Our job is to represent you and provide guidance in the sale of your home.
We’ll walk you through each offer and negotiation —
so you feel confident from start to sold.
