How Do Agents Get Paid?
Generally, most agents are paid on commission. They only receive their commission if the transaction closes successfully, i.e. you get the property you want. Finding and purchasing a home is a time consuming process both for the buyer as well as the agent. Most agents are knowledgeable hard-working people who want to see their clients buy the property that the client wants. As discussed above, the level of customer service you receive from your agent will be in direct proportion to the amount of loyalty you display to your agent. After all, how would you feel if you did a full weeks worth of work, and your boss gave the paycheck to someone else? The best way for you to get the service you want and deserve as a buyer is to find an agent you like, and make a commitment to work with that agent for the entire transaction. How an agent gets paid depends upon the particular transaction. For properties which are listed through the Multiple Listing Service, the agent’s commission is paid by th
