Commission Split Calculator

Estimates only — your contract, lender's disclosure and tax situation govern. List With Agent is not a real estate brokerage. We are an independent marketing and referral service that connects home sellers with licensed real estate agents. This page is general educational information, not legal, financial, or real estate advice.

How it works

Gross commission = sale price × total commission rate. Agent share = gross commission × agent split percentage. Referral fee = gross commission × referral percentage. Net = agent share − referral fee. Splits and referral arrangements are set by your brokerage agreement, not by law.

Frequently asked questions

How is an agent's commission split calculated?

Multiply the gross commission by the agent's split percentage to get the agent share; the remainder goes to the brokerage. This calculator shows both plus any referral fee.

What is a typical commission split?

Splits vary widely by brokerage and experience and are not set by law. Some brokerages use a flat fee or a capped split. Enter your own agreement's numbers above.

How do referral fees work?

A referral fee is a percentage of the gross commission paid to the party who referred the client. It reduces the agent's net. Referral arrangements are governed by your brokerage's policies and state rules.

Is this the same as the seller's commission?

No. The seller pays a commission on the sale price; the split calculator shows how that commission is divided between the agent and the brokerage.