Free real estate calculator
Real Estate Commission Calculator
Estimate what you could earn from a transaction after the commission split, brokerage cap and transaction fee. The calculator is designed around the figures a real estate agent actually needs to evaluate a deal.
Transaction details
Enter the figures from your transaction or compensation agreement.
Estimated commission
How the real estate commission calculator works
The calculator starts with the sale price and total commission rate to determine the gross commission. It then applies the agent split and checks how much of the brokerage share remains before the cap is reached. Once the cap has been reached, the brokerage share for the transaction is reduced accordingly.
Why include the cap?
A percentage split alone can give the wrong answer when an agent is close to a brokerage cap. This calculator lets you enter the amount already paid toward the cap, so the estimate reflects the agent's current position rather than assuming the cap starts at zero.
What the result means
The estimated net commission is a planning figure. It is based on the values you enter and does not account for taxes, withholding, MLS fees, team splits or other deductions unless you include them in the transaction fee.
Frequently asked questions
What is a real estate commission split?
A commission split determines how the commission generated by a transaction is divided between the real estate agent and the brokerage. Common arrangements include 50/50, 60/40, 70/30 and 80/20, although agreements vary.
How does a brokerage cap affect commission?
A cap limits the amount of brokerage commission an agent pays during a defined period. When the remaining cap is less than the brokerage's normal share of a transaction, the agent keeps the difference.