Estate Sale Companies Commission Rates
Most estate sale companies take 30 to 40 percent of the gross sales. Hiring a company that offers the lowest percentage does not mean you will make more money.
Real Estate Agents Commissions
Realtors typically get paid by commission. Here’s what to know about how much real estate agents get paid and who does the paying.
Valuables and Auctions
If you have valuables to sell, an auction may be a great idea. Some companies charge less while others charge a higher percentage of total estate sales. In New Jersey, the average cost is 35% of total sales.
- Estate sales usually have higher prices than garage sales.
- Most estate sale companies take a standard commission, typically 30 to 40 percent of the gross sales. If the estate sale grosses $10,000, you’ll owe them $3,500. Some companies may have additional services they provide for a fee.
Real Estate Commissions
The current average real estate commission is 5.37%, with 2.72% going to the listing agent and 2.65% going to the buyer’s agent. The commission split an agent receives depends on their agreement with the broker.
- Real estate commissions typically range between 4% and 6% of a property’s sale price.