BiggerPockets Daily Agent Commissions Rose Again in Q3
Dec 18, 2025
Matt Mir opens with news about upcoming NAR rule changes impacting commission practices. Redfin’s latest data reveals buyer agent commissions increased to 2.42% in Q3 2025. A Redfin agent weighs in on how cooling market demand influences these figures. The podcast also explores how commission rates vary across price tiers, noting that homes under $500k see the highest splits, while luxury properties remain stable around 2%. Stay tuned for future updates as the landscape continues to evolve!
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Commissions Didn’t Fall After NAR Rule Change
- New NAR rules did not reduce buyer-agent commissions after implementation.
- Redfin reports buyer-agent commissions rose to 2.42% in Q3 2025, up from 2.36% a year prior.
Media Hype Overstated Last Year’s Changes
- Media hype around the commission upheaval overstated industry change.
- Despite lawsuits and new rules, average buyer-agent commissions remain roughly the same.
Market Heat Influences Commission Pressure
- Market heat affects commission offers but hasn't driven broad change.
- Beth Bailing says sellers in hot markets might offer lower buyer-agent commissions, but overall commissions remain steady.