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Examining Broker Compensation

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    When most people hear the term broker compensation, they immediately think of a commission based on a percentage of the property's sale price. Commissions are the most common method of broker compensation so that's a logical place to start. However, commissions aren't the only way to pay brokers. Keep reading this section for a rundown on commissions.

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