Ask Rumana: FAQs on Real Estate Commission

Rumana Jabeen • May 13, 2024

Confused about real estate commissions in the Bay Area? 🏠💰 You're not alone!  In this video, top real estate expert Rumana answers your most pressing commission questions.


Get the REAL answers to:


Question 1: Is real estate agent commission considered a cost of selling?

Question 2: Who pays the commission in the real estate transaction - each party or just the seller?

Question 3: What is the standard commission for real estate in the Bay Area?

Question 4: Why do different agents work at different commission percentages?


What questions do you have about commission?

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