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Can You Negotiate Realtor Commission as a Buyer? | Nevada Guide

Buyers can't directly negotiate commissions, but you can get a rebate. Learn how commission rebates work and how to get cash back at closing in Las Vegas.

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Can You Negotiate Realtor Commission as a Buyer?

Buyers typically can't negotiate the commission rate, but you can get a rebate. Here's how.

Commission Structure

The seller typically pays:

  • 3% to listing agent
  • 3% to buyer's agent

As a buyer, you don't directly pay the commissionā€”it comes from the sale proceeds.

Can You Negotiate?

The Commission Rate

Buyers typically can't negotiate the commission rate because:

  • The seller sets the commission
  • It's negotiated between seller and listing agent
  • Buyer's agent receives what's offered

But You Can Get a Rebate

Instead of negotiating the commission, you can get a rebate:

  • Agent shares commission with you
  • You get 0.5% cash back at closing
  • It's like negotiating, but you get cash back

How Rebates Work

When you work with a rebate agent:

  • Agent receives standard 3% commission
  • Agent shares 0.5% with you as rebate
  • You get cash back at closing

Bottom Line

You can't negotiate the commission rate, but you can get a rebate that gives you cash backā€”which is even better.

Negotiating Commission vs. Getting a Rebate

See why getting a rebate is better than trying to negotiate

FeatureTrying to NegotiateGetting a Rebate
Buyer Can Negotiate
Guaranteed Result
Cash Back
Written in Agreement
No Income Limits
Available to Everyone
Works with Any Loan

šŸ’” Rebates Are Better Than Negotiation

Buyers typically can't negotiate commission rates because the seller sets them. But you CAN get a rebateā€”which is even better. With a rebate, you get guaranteed cash back at closing, written into your agreement. No negotiation needed.

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