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BC Commission Formula:

\[ Commission = Sale\ Price \times Commission\ Rate\ /\ 100 \]

Standard BC rates: 7% on first $100k, 3% on balance

Total Commission:

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1. What is BC Realtor Commission?

The BC Realtor Commission is the fee paid to real estate agents in British Columbia for their services in facilitating a property sale. It's typically a percentage of the final sale price and follows a tiered structure in BC.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard BC commission formula:

\[ Commission = (First\ \$100k \times Rate1) + (Balance \times Rate2) \]

Where:

$ First\ \$100k $ — First $100,000 of sale price
$ Rate1 $ — Commission rate for first $100k (typically 7%)
$ Balance $ — Remaining amount above $100k
$ Rate2 $ — Commission rate for balance (typically 3%)

Explanation: The calculator automatically splits the sale price into tiers and applies the appropriate commission rate to each portion.

3. Understanding BC Commission Structure

Details: In British Columbia, realtor commissions are typically structured with a higher percentage on the first $100,000 (usually 7%) and a lower percentage (usually 3%) on the remaining balance. This tiered structure is standard but can be negotiated between the seller and realtor.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the property sale price in CAD dollars. The calculator pre-fills with standard BC rates (7% and 3%) which you can adjust if needed. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is the commission rate fixed in BC?
A: No, commission rates are negotiable between the seller and realtor, though the 7%/3% structure is common.

Q2: Who pays the realtor commission?
A: Typically the seller pays the commission, which is then split between the buyer's and seller's agents.

Q3: Are there additional fees beyond commission?
A: There may be additional fees like GST on the commission, administrative fees, or other closing costs.

Q4: How does this compare to other provinces?
A: Commission structures vary by province. BC's tiered system differs from flat-rate structures common elsewhere.

Q5: Can I negotiate different tier amounts?
A: Yes, all aspects of the commission structure are negotiable, including the tier thresholds and rates.