2025 07/08/2025

How do real estate agents get paid?

Real estate agents, including those at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Equinox, are almost exclusively paid on commission, meaning their income is directly tied to successfully completed sales or lease transactions. When a property in Lane County sells, a commission (typically a percentage of the sale price) is paid by the seller to the listing brokerage. This commission is then usually split between the listing brokerage and the buyer’s brokerage. Each agent then receives their portion of their brokerage’s share, based on their individual agreement with their firm. This structure means agents are highly motivated to achieve the best outcome for their clients, as “no sale, no pay” is the industry norm.