{"id":24268,"date":"2026-03-23T04:19:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T11:19:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=24268"},"modified":"2026-03-23T21:11:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T04:11:19","slug":"2-percent-real-estate-commission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/2-percent-real-estate-commission\/","title":{"rendered":"Is a 2% Real Estate Commission a Good Way to Save Money?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re selling your home, a 2% real estate commission may seem enticing in comparison to the average 3% to 6% rate. But you may be wondering if you can expect the same value from a low-commission real estate agent<\/a> that you\u2019d receive from a full-commission agent.<\/p>\n

In this article, we explore the reasons why some agents might offer a discounted rate and what kind of service you can expect from a low-commission agent or discount brokerage. To help you make an informed decision in your search, we spoke with top-performing real estate agents for expert insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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How does a 2% real estate commission work?<\/h2>\n

Low-commission agents<\/a>, 2% commission companies, or discount brokerages charge a reduced 2% commission to home sellers. While this may look like a 1% to 4% discounted commission fee of the average 3% to 6% commission on a real estate transaction, it\u2019s actually a 1% discount or less, because it typically only applies to the listing agent\u2019s commission.<\/p>\n

Still, that one percent can add up to thousands of dollars in savings, depending on the price of your home. However, paying a reduced commission may impact the total profit you make on your home sale<\/a>, leaving you with less money at the end of the day.<\/p>\n

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What is the average real estate commission rate?<\/h2>\n

According to HomeLight\u2019s real estate transaction data compiled from thousands of home sales each year, the national average real estate agent commission rate is currently 5.8%<\/a>. Locally, commission rates can vary. Here\u2019s a round-up of commission rates across a few major U.S. cities:<\/p>\n