How Do Realtors Get Paid For a Home Sale?

Source: Realty Biz News — 

Most consumers, whether buying or selling a home, understand that real estate agents are paid a commission. From there, it gets blurry what consumers know and don’t know.

How a real estate professional gets compensated is a question often asked. The question is understandable because real estate isn’t as straightforward as a typical salesperson.

Real Estate has numerous parties involved in a transaction, so the roles and earnings aren’t always crystal clear.