Real estate commission in Ontario, shown in dollars.

Commission varies by brokerage and agreement; there is no mandatory Burlington rate. A 5% total is a common comparison point. FairCommission charges 1% for the listing side plus 2% for the buyer-agent side, totalling 3% before HST.

Yes. Sellers should confirm whether a low advertised rate covers only the listing brokerage or the total commission. FairCommission clearly separates its 1% listing fee and the 2% Burlington buyer-agent amount.

Compared with a 5% example, the difference is 2% of the sale price before HST. That is $18,000 on a $900,000 sale, $20,000 on a $1 million sale and $24,000 on a $1.2 million sale.

Yes. Commission is negotiable and should be agreed to in writing. Ask each agent for the listing-side fee, buyer-agent amount, total commission and included services so you can compare the same thing.

The listing fee includes MLS/Realtor.ca exposure, professional photography, social marketing, showing coordination, advice, negotiation and paperwork, backed by 21 years of real estate experience.

There is no required Oakville rate. A 5% total commission is often used as a comparison example, usually split between the listing brokerage and the buyer’s brokerage. FairCommission charges 1% on the listing side and uses 2.5% for the buyer-agent side in Oakville, for a 3.5% total before HST.

Yes. Low commission models vary, so compare the total commission and the services included—not only the advertised listing percentage. FairCommission’s 1% Oakville listing fee includes MLS exposure, professional photography, marketing, negotiation and transaction guidance.

At a 5% example, commission would be $50,000 before HST. With FairCommission’s 3.5% Oakville structure, it would be $35,000 before HST: $10,000 for the listing side and $25,000 for the buyer-agent side.

No fixed buyer-agent commission is legally required. The amount is part of the seller’s listing and marketing strategy. FairCommission’s Oakville examples use 2.5% for the buyer-agent side, and the final instruction is documented with the seller.

Not with FairCommission. The 1% listing side includes the core work needed to market and sell the home, including MLS/Realtor.ca exposure, professional photography, showing coordination, offer negotiation and paperwork.

There is no required Milton rate. A 5% total is a common comparison point, usually split between the listing brokerage and the buyer’s brokerage. FairCommission charges 1% for the listing side plus 2% for the buyer-agent side, totalling 3% before HST.

Yes. Compare the total commission and what is included, not only the advertised listing percentage. FairCommission’s 1% Milton listing fee includes MLS and REALTOR.ca exposure, professional photography, marketing, negotiation and paperwork.

At a 5% example, commission would be $50,000 before HST. With FairCommission’s 3% Milton structure it would be $30,000 before HST: $10,000 for the listing side and $20,000 for the buyer-agent side.

Compared with a 5% example, the difference is 2% of the sale price before HST. That is $16,000 on an $800,000 sale and $18,000 on a $900,000 sale.

Yes. Commission is negotiable and should be agreed to in writing. Ask each agent for the listing-side fee, the buyer-agent amount, the total and the services included.

Rates differ and are negotiable. A 5% total is frequently used as an example, but it is not mandatory. FairCommission’s Mississauga structure is 1% listing commission plus 2.5% for the buyer-agent side.

Yes. Check whether the advertised rate is the listing portion or the full amount. A “1% commission” advertisement can still involve separate buyer-agent compensation. FairCommission shows both parts clearly.

The calculation is based on sale price and the rate in your agreement. For example, on a $650,000 condo, 5% is $32,500 before HST; FairCommission’s 3.5% structure is $22,750 before HST.

Yes. You can discuss the listing fee, buyer-agent compensation and services before signing. Get every amount and service in writing so there is no confusion later.

Not with FairCommission. Eligible listings still receive MLS and Realtor.ca exposure. The lower listing fee does not mean the home is kept off the main systems buyers and agents use.

Rates differ and are negotiable. A 5% total is frequently used as an example, but it is not mandatory. FairCommission’s Hamilton structure is 1% listing commission plus 2% for the buyer-agent side.

Yes. FairCommission lists Hamilton homes for 1% on the listing side with full service: MLS and REALTOR.ca exposure, professional photography, drone video, social advertising, negotiation and paperwork.

At a 5% example, commission would be $40,000 before HST. With FairCommission’s 3% Hamilton structure it would be $24,000 before HST: $8,000 for the listing side and $16,000 for the buyer-agent side.

Yes. Hamilton listings go on the local Hamilton-Niagara MLS and the Toronto board’s MLS, and appear on REALTOR.ca.

Yes. Commission is negotiable everywhere in Ontario and should be written clearly in the listing agreement.

There is no fixed Stoney Creek commission. A 5% total is a common comparison point. FairCommission charges 1% on the listing side and uses 2% for the buyer-agent side, totalling 3% before HST.

Yes. Compare total fees, services and local experience. FairCommission is based near Stoney Creek and provides full MLS service with a 1% listing commission.

At a 5% example it is $40,000 before HST. FairCommission’s 3% structure is $24,000 before HST, a difference of $16,000 before HST.

The listing agreement sets out how the listing brokerage is paid and what, if any, amount is offered for the buyer-agent side. The total is normally deducted from sale proceeds on closing according to the signed agreements.

Yes. HST is added to the commission. The calculator shows commission before HST so the percentage comparison is easy to understand.

Commission varies and is negotiable. A 5% total is commonly used for comparison, but no rate is mandatory. FairCommission’s Ancaster structure is 3% total before HST when the buyer-agent side is 2%.

Yes. Ask whether the promoted rate includes buyer-agent compensation and what marketing is included. FairCommission charges 1% for the listing work and clearly shows the separate buyer-agent amount.

Compared with a 5% example, FairCommission’s 3% structure is $24,000 lower before HST: $60,000 versus $36,000.

The fee alone does not tell you the marketing plan. FairCommission’s listing service includes professional photography, MLS/Realtor.ca exposure, social media marketing, negotiation and full transaction support. The plan can be discussed for the specific property.

Commission is generally paid from the sale proceeds on closing, according to the signed listing and sale agreements. It is not normally paid upfront.

There is no mandatory Waterdown rate. A 5% total is often used as a benchmark. FairCommission charges 1% on the listing side and uses 2% for the buyer-agent side, totalling 3% before HST.

Yes. When comparing agents, ask for the total commission, not only the listing fee. Also compare photography, MLS exposure, negotiation, availability and local market knowledge.

A 5% commission example is $45,000 before HST. FairCommission’s 3% Waterdown structure is $27,000 before HST, a difference of $18,000.

Yes. Buyer-agent compensation is part of the seller’s listing strategy and instructions. FairCommission’s Waterdown examples use 2%, and the selected amount should be documented clearly.

It includes MLS/Realtor.ca exposure, professional photography, marketing, showing coordination, advice, offer negotiation and transaction paperwork, with no sales-pressure approach.