When a property is sold, the seller typically pays a real estate commission—a percentage of the final sale price—split between the buyer’s and seller’s agents. This fee compensates agents for marketing, negotiations, and transaction management. Both brokers and their clients benefit: agents earn income, while sellers gain market access and buyers receive professional representation.
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