May 11, 2026 • 10 min read
Most people wonder how realtors get paid because the job works differently from a typical 9-to-5. The rules around commission can feel confusing if you've never bought or sold a home. I've worked as a real estate agent for over a decade. The way agents get paid surprises almost every new buyer and seller I meet.Three things catch most people off guard:Here's the short answer. Most realtors get pa