# How much commission does a Coquitlam realtor charge? > BC real estate commission is always negotiable and disclosed in writing before you sign. **Source:** https://soldbycraig.ca/coquitlam-realtor-commission/ **Author:** Craig Johnston, REALTOR® (BC Licence V99960) · The MACNABS · Royal LePage Elite West **Site:** https://soldbycraig.ca --- Coquitlam Real Estate FAQ · June 2026 Real Estate Q&A · Tri-Cities ## How much commission does a Coquitlam realtor charge? Updated July 2026 · Craig Johnston, REALTOR® V99960 · The MACNABS Team Royal LePage Elite West Commission isn't fixed in BC — it's negotiated between you and the realtor at the listing agreement stage. Here's how it actually works. [Get my home valuation](/home-evaluation/) [Call 604-202-6092](tel:+16042026092) Quick Answer How much commission does a Coquitlam realtor charge? BC real estate commission is always negotiable and disclosed in writing before you sign. A common Coquitlam structure is 7% on the first $100,000 + 3% on the balance — split between the listing agent (4% / 1.85%) and the buyer **Craig Johnston, Top 1% Team Member — Greater Vancouver REALTORS®** and 47+ year Tri-Cities resident, can walk you through the local context. Free Strategy Call ends with a written one-page plan in 24 hours. Quick Answer **BC real estate commission is always negotiable** and disclosed in writing before you sign. A common Coquitlam structure is **7% on the first $100,000 + 3% on the balance** — split between the listing agent (**4% / 1.85%**) and the buyer's agent (**3% / 1.15%**). **GST (5%) applies to commission.** On a $1.5M sale, that's $49,000 + $2,450 GST = **$51,450 all-in**. Every listing has the opportunity to choose its tier; luxury listings (more demand, higher upfront marketing) sit at the top of the range. ## Typical Coquitlam commission structures A common Coquitlam commission structure, broken down by side: - **7% on the first $100,000 + 3% on the balance** — total commission - **Listing agent: 4% on first $100,000 + 1.85% on balance** — covers the full marketing pipeline (photo, video, drone, copy, MLS, paid social) - **Buyer's agent: 3% on first $100,000 + 1.15% on balance** — covers the offer-side work (showings, comps, negotiation, conveyancing) - **Tiered by listing scope.** Every seller has the opportunity to choose their tier. Standard listings sit at the published rate; luxury listings (higher upfront marketing, more demand) sit at the top of the range. We agree the structure together before the listing agreement is signed. **GST (5%) applies to commission** at sale. Using the 7%/3% structure on a $1.5M sale: 7% × $100,000 = $7,000 + 3% × $1,400,000 = $42,000 → **$49,000 commission + $2,450 GST = $51,450 all-in**. A flat 5% structure on the same $1.5M sale = $75,000 + $3,750 GST = $78,750, so the tiered structure is actually cheaper at most price points above $1M. ## What's included in the commission Standard inclusion: - MLS listing creation + professional photography - Pricing analysis and strategy - Marketing — broker network outreach, MLS exposure - Showing coordination + agent communication - Offer presentation and negotiation - Documentation through to closing Premium-service realtors often include: drone/video photography, paid social/Google ad campaigns, staging consultation, professional copywriting, broker-only open houses, daily showing follow-up, and dedicated marketing coordinators. **Ask exactly what's included before signing.** ## Should you negotiate commission? Yes, but understand the trade-offs: - **Lower commission can mean less marketing budget.** Some lower-fee structures cut photography, video, and paid ads — which often costs sellers more in time-on-market than they saved. - **Lower commission can mean lower buyer-agent participation.** If your offer side commission is below market norms, buyer's agents may show your home less aggressively. This matters in slower markets. - **Strong realtors are willing to negotiate, but explain what changes.** If the answer is just 'lower price, same service,' ask what's actually being cut. A note from Craig ## Watch out for cheap commission rates. The cheapest rate isn't always the cheapest outcome. Lower-fee listings often show up in ways sellers don't notice until weeks into the listing — and by then the damage is done. Common signals of a sub-market commission: - **Lockbox-only access** — no agent at the door to position the home or answer real questions. - **Hard to get a hold of** — delayed phone calls, slow text responses, missed showing windows. - **Limited email and follow-up** — no proactive showing feedback, no pricing-check-ins, no marketing pulse. - **No real strategy** — list it, hope for an offer, and discount the price when nothing happens. If a quote feels meaningfully lower than market, ask exactly what's being cut — marketing budget, agent availability, or both. The right question isn't “what's your rate”. It's “what does your rate actually buy me.” Frequently asked ## Quick reference ### How much commission does a Coquitlam realtor charge? BC real estate commission is always negotiable and disclosed in writing before you sign. A common Coquitlam structure is 7% on the first $100,000 + 3% on the balance — split between the listing agent (4% / 1.85%) and the buyer's agent (3% / 1.15%). GST (5%) applies to commission. On a $1.5M sale, that's $49,000 + $2,450 GST = $51,450 all-in. Every listing has the opportunity to choose its tier; luxury listings sit at the top of the range. Keep exploring ## Related guides. [Sellers ### Sell your home — the playbook From listing to close, everything Craig does for sellers.](/sell-your-home/)[Home value ### What's my home worth? Get an exact home valuation in 24 hours.](/home-evaluation/)[Q&A ### Cost of selling a house in BC Every line item, on a $1.5M sale.](/cost-of-selling-a-house-bc/)[Q&A ### How long does it take to sell? Real Coquitlam DOM data by property type.](/how-long-to-sell-a-house-coquitlam/) Next step ## Want a direct answer for your situation? Book a 20-minute strategy call with Craig. No commitment, no pressure — just a clear read on your specific buying or selling question. 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