The Truth About Commissions: Who REALLY Pays Your Real Estate Agent?

Joe Cusimano

Published on: 30/04/2025

"The seller pays the commission." This phrase is repeated so often in real estate that most homeowners accept it as fact. But is it really that simple? When you dig deeper into the economics of home selling, a more complex—and concerning—truth emerges. Let's examine who REALLY pays those commissions, why the current system exists, and how SimpliSold is creating a more transparent alternative for Las Vegas area homeowners.