When you ask a real estate agent how much they charge, you will almost always get a percentage. What you rarely get — unless you ask specifically — is a clear explanation of what that percentage covers, how it compares to what other agents charge, and whether paying more actually produces a better result.
This guide answers those questions honestly. It explains what real estate agent fees and commission rates look like across Australia in 2026, what those numbers actually mean for you, and how to compare agents based on the total cost of selling—not just the commission percentage.
If you are selling a property and want to understand what you are actually paying for — and whether you are paying more than you need to — this is where to start.
The commission percentage is not the total cost.
Understanding what you'll actually keep at settlement is what matters.
What Is the Average Real Estate Agent Commission in Australia?
Real estate agent commission in Australia is not regulated. There is no fixed rate, no legislated standard, and no price that every agent must charge. Commission is negotiable in every state and territory — a fact that most vendors discover only after they have already agreed to a rate.
In 2026, commission rates across Australia typically range from 1.5% to 3% of the final sale price, depending on the state, the location within that state, and the agency model. The national median sits at approximately 2% to 2.65% Inc GST across all markets, with meaningful variation between states.
South Australia sits at the higher end of the national range. Based on 2026 data from OpenAgent and Canstar, the South Australian average is approximately 2.25% Ex GST (≈ 2.48% Inc GST), with many franchise agencies quoting closer to 2.5% + GST (≈ 2.75% Inc GST) once all components are included.
What the percentage does not tell you is the total cost of selling. Commission is the largest single line item — but it is rarely the only one. Marketing costs, administrative fees, legal searches, and Form 1 preparation are typically charged on top of the commission rate. Understanding the total cost of selling requires looking at all of these together, not just the headline percentage.
What Is a Normal Commission for a Real Estate Agent?
Normal is a misleading word when it comes to real estate commission. What is common in one market can be unusual in another. What a franchise agent charges routinely may be significantly higher than what an independent principal-led agency charges for the same service.
A more useful question is: what is typical for your state and property type, and what does that look like in dollars? Here is an honest breakdown by state based on 2026 data:
Metro areas typically lower, regional markets higher. Sydney's competitive inner-ring suburbs often see rates closer to 1.8% to 2%.
Among the lowest nationally. Melbourne's high-volume, competitive market drives rates down — making it consistently one of the most affordable commission markets in Australia.
Brisbane metro typically lower than regional Queensland. Higher rates reflect less competitive markets and smaller buyer pools in regional areas.
Franchise agencies typically at the higher end. Independent principal-led agencies often lower. The gap between the most and least expensive agents in this market can exceed 1.25 percentage points.
Perth metro has seen downward pressure in recent years but remains above the national median. Regional WA typically higher.
Among the highest nationally, reflecting smaller buyer pools, fewer competing agents, and higher cost-per-transaction for agencies operating in these markets.
Commission benchmarks based on 2026 data from OpenAgent and Canstar. Rates vary by location, agency model, and property type. The 2.75% Inc GST franchise benchmark reflects what vendors in this market are actively being quoted. Verify current rates with agents in your area before making decisions.
How Much Commission Do Real Estate Agents Make?
This is the question vendors rarely ask out loud but almost always want to know the answer to. The short answer is: more than most people assume, and often more than the headline percentage suggests once the full fee structure is unpacked.
Here is what the commission looks like in real dollars at common South Australian sale prices at the standard franchise benchmark of 2.75% Inc GST:
$600,000 sale at 2.75%
$16,500
$700,000 sale at 2.75%
$19,250
$800,000 sale at 2.75%
$22,000
$900,000 sale at 2.75%
$24,750
These figures represent the gross commission before the agency deducts its operating costs — but they are what leaves the vendor's sale proceeds at settlement.
The selling agent typically receives 40%–60% of gross commission. The remainder covers franchise fees, office overhead, brand marketing, and administrative costs that have nothing to do with your sale.
No franchise fees, no split to a parent company, no corporate overhead. The commission covers the actual cost of running the campaign — and the agent is the same person whose reputation depends on the result.
This distinction matters because it explains why two agents can charge very different rates for what appears to be the same service. The difference is not always in the service itself. It is often in the structure of the business providing it.
Real Estate Agent Commission Rates — What the Data Shows for South Australia
In South Australia, commission rates are among the more variable in Australia. The range between the most expensive franchise quote and the most competitive independent agent can exceed 1.25 percentage points — which on an average Gawler district sale translates to more than $9,000 in the vendor's pocket.
| Sale Price | Franchise (2.75%) | Gawler East RE (1.5%) | Your Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| $600,000 | $16,500 | $9,000 | $7,500 |
| $700,000 | $19,250 | $10,500 | $8,750 |
| $800,000 | $22,000 | $12,000 | $10,000 |
| $900,000 | $24,750 | $13,500 | $11,250 |
| Commission saving on $700k sale | $8,750 | ||
Total saving when all costs are compared
$11,000+
When marketing packages, administrative fees, and legal search costs are compared in full, the total saving for many sellers in the Gawler district reaches $11,000 or more. The real-world case study further down this page shows exactly how that figure is reached on a documented sale.
Commission benchmarks based on 2026 data from OpenAgent and Canstar. Rates vary by location, agency model, and property type. The 2.75% Inc GST franchise benchmark reflects what vendors in this market are actively being quoted. Verify current rates with agents in your area before making decisions.
How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House — The Full Picture
Commission is the headline — but it is not the whole story. The total cost of selling a property in Australia includes several categories that are worth understanding before you sign anything. Most vendors focus on the commission percentage and miss the other line items that can add thousands to the final bill.
The largest single cost for most vendors. As discussed — the rate varies significantly depending on the agency model. Franchise agencies in South Australia typically quote 2.5% + GST (≈ 2.75% Inc GST). Independent principal-led agencies can operate at 1.5% Inc GST without reducing service quality.
💡 Commission is negotiable. Most vendors accept the first rate quoted without asking for a reduction or comparing alternatives.
Almost always charged separately from commission and payable whether or not the property sells. Covers portal listing fees on realestate.com.au and Domain, professional photography, floor plans, signboards, and in some cases copywriting and brochures. Premium portal placements can push this higher.
💡 Brochures, signboards, ad writing, and floor plans that appear to be included are often priced into the commission or marketing fee in ways that are not always visible upfront. Ask for a complete itemised list before signing.
In South Australia, the vendor is required to provide a Form 1 (vendor's statement) to the buyer before contracts can be signed. Preparing the Form 1 requires conducting a series of statutory searches. At franchise agencies, this is typically outsourced to a conveyancer or legal firm at a cost of $1,500 to $2,500. At agencies that handle this in-house, the cost is materially lower.
💡 Ask specifically what the Form 1 preparation will cost and who is conducting it — before you sign anything. The variation between agencies on this item alone can exceed $1,000.
Some franchise agencies charge additional administrative or establishment fees — typically $295 to $745 — on top of commission and marketing. These fees are not universal and are not always disclosed prominently. They cover file costs, administration, and office overheads — costs that independent agencies absorb into their operating model rather than passing on to the vendor.
💡 Ask directly: "Are there any administrative, establishment, or processing fees charged in addition to commission and marketing?" Some agencies charge these as a matter of course. Others charge nothing.
The question worth asking every agent
Before committing to any agent, ask for a total cost of selling figure — not just the commission rate. The difference between what two agents quote in percentage terms may look modest. The difference in total dollars at settlement can be significant. A full breakdown of selling costs with worked examples at different price points is at the Selling Costs guide.
Real Estate Agent Fees — A Real-World Example
Comparison based on a real $525,000 property sale in the Gawler region — documented with original agency agreements and marketing schedules.
What a Known Franchise Quoted
- Commission (2.5% on $525k) $13,125
- Marketing (Ads, Floorplan, Sign) $2,694
- Legal Searches & Form 1 $2,000
- Admin fees (discounted) $295
What We Delivered
- Commission (1.5% Inc GST on $525k) $7,875
- Marketing (realestate.com.au / Domain) $1,400
- Legal Searches & Form 1 $800
- Admin fees $0
Client's Total Saving: $7,744 (Inc GST) ✅
This is not a commission comparison. It is a total cost of selling comparison — which is the number that actually matters. The real question is: how much do you keep after everything is paid.
So what does this look like on a typical Gawler home today?
Here is how the numbers stack up on today's average Gawler home value ($700,000). We compare a typical franchise fee structure (2.5% + GST = 2.75%) against our 1.5% Inc GST benchmark. Our commission may be lower depending on the property and sale price.
Detailed Cost Comparison — $700,000 Home
| Item / Service | Typical Franchise (2.5% + GST = 2.75%) | Gawler East RE (1.5% Inc GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Commission (on $700k) | $19,250 | $10,500 |
| Ad Writing | $210+ | ✓ Included |
| Floorplan & Signboard | $255+ | ✓ Included |
| Brochures | $84+ | ✓ Included |
| Legal Searches & Form 1 | ~$2,000 | $800 |
| Marketing (Portals) | ~$1,400 | ~$1,400 |
| Admin / Establishment Fees | $550 – $745 | $0 |
| Total Projected Cost | ~$24,000+ | ~$12,700 |
Projected Total Saving: $11,000+ ✅
⚠️ The Hidden Costs Most Sellers Don't Expect
Many agents focus only on their commission rate — but the real cost of selling often comes from the additional fees that are easy to miss upfront.
These can include brochures, signboards, ad writing, admin or establishment fees, and higher legal or Form 1 search costs.
Our model keeps the total cost of selling clear and transparent: $800 Inc GST for legal searches & Form 1, $0 admin fees, and key campaign items like brochures, signboards, and ad writing included.
The Appraisal Trap — Why the Highest Quote Usually Costs the Most
There is a pattern that repeats across residential property markets in Australia with enough regularity that it has a name.
A vendor invites two or three agents to appraise their property. One quotes $690,000. Another quotes $750,000. The vendor signs with the agent who quoted $750,000 — and often also accepts their commission rate without negotiation, because the higher number creates an impression of confidence and competence.
Six weeks into the campaign, no offers have arrived at the listed price. The agent recommends a price reduction. The vendor agrees — because at this point they have no other options. The property sells for $705,000.
The vendor paid a higher commission rate, lost three weeks of campaign momentum during the Freshness Window when buyer attention was at its highest, and achieved a price that honest pricing from launch would have produced in the first two weeks.
This is the Appraisal Trap. It is not accidental. In a competitive industry where agents win listings by being chosen over rivals, there is a structural incentive to quote the number the vendor most wants to hear. The agent who wins the listing with an optimistic number has time to manage expectations down — and the vendor, having already committed, rarely has a clean exit.
Protecting yourself from it requires one question asked of every agent before you sign anything:
The Question Every Vendor Should Ask
"Show me the comparable sales in the last 90 days that support your appraisal — and tell me what happened to the properties in that data set that were priced above where they eventually sold."
An agent who can answer that question with specific evidence is an agent whose number reflects the market. An agent who responds with generalisations, market sentiment, or enthusiasm about buyer demand without reference to actual comparable sales has given you a quote, not an appraisal.
Third-Party Validation
This is not a fringe concern. In March 2023, an ABC Four Corners investigation examined exactly these pricing practices within the real estate industry. The segment discussing over-quoting and conditioning appears from approximately 28 minutes and 20 seconds into the program.
The way to protect yourself: ask to see the comparable sales used to support the number. Specific properties, sale prices, dates — evidence you can verify yourself. A genuine appraisal comes with that. An inflated one comes with confidence and a promising figure. That is the difference.
Read the full Appraisal Trap guide — including the ABC Four Corners investigation →Andrew's Observation
The percentage is not the cost. The settlement statement is. My job isn't simply to show you the numbers. It's to help you understand what those numbers mean before you make a decision.
The vendors who spend the most time comparing commission rates are sometimes the same vendors who sign with the agent who quoted the highest price. Those two decisions are often connected — and neither works out as intended.
The agent who quotes $750,000 and charges 2.75% costs you $19,250 in commission plus the invisible cost of three weeks of campaign momentum lost chasing a price the market never supported. The agent who quotes $690,000 honestly and charges 1.5% costs you $10,350 — and gives you a realistic price position that generates early competition when buyer attention is at its highest.
Here is the part most agents will not say out loud: the market sets the price. A skilled negotiator working several genuine buyers against each other can extract a stronger result on the day — and that skill is real and worth having. But the difference between a good negotiator and a great one is measured in thousands, not tens of thousands.
What actually determines whether buyers come through your door in the first place is not the negotiator — it is the listing itself. Getting the property in front of the maximum number of genuinely interested buyers requires being on the right portals, yes — but every agent is on the same portals. What separates listings that generate strong early interest from those that sit is the quality of the listing: the photography, the price positioning, the presentation, and the way the property is described and displayed within those portals. The mistakes that quietly kill campaigns are made at the listing stage — and I see experienced agents making them every week.
An agent who claims they can achieve considerably more than the comparable sales support is almost certainly not describing their negotiation skill. They are describing the number they think you want to hear. That is the beginning of the Appraisal Trap.
The question that reveals more than any commission comparison: what comparable sales in the last 90 days support your appraisal number — and what happened to the properties that were priced above it?
An agent who answers that with evidence is an agent whose fee is worth paying. One who cannot has given you a number, not an appraisal.
— Andrew McKiggan, Gawler East Real Estate RLA 248695
Read Your Listing Like a Buyer
Before your property goes live, ask your agent for the final listing description and read it carefully. Not as the owner. As the buyer you are trying to attract.
One of the biggest opportunities I see missed is that many listing descriptions simply describe the property instead of explaining why someone should choose it.
Take land size as an example. Many newer estates around Gawler now offer allotments of around 300m². If your home sits on 450m², that is not just a number — it is a genuine point of difference.
"452m² allotment."
"Set on approximately 452m² — around 50% more land than many comparable new homes in the area, providing genuine space for a future shed, workshop, or larger backyard for growing families."
If your property has a genuine advantage, make sure the listing explains why it matters — not just what it is. The Property Pricing Strategy guide explains how price position and listing strategy work together to protect your campaign from day one — including why the first 14 to 21 days are the most important and how to make sure they count.
Low Commission Real Estate Agents — What to Look For
The term "low commission" covers a wide range of service models. Understanding the difference between them is important before assuming that a lower rate automatically means a better deal — or a worse one.
The most defensible form of low commission real estate. The agent who listed the property, ran the open homes, and negotiated the sale is the same person who owns the business. No franchise fees, no split commissions, no junior staff managing your campaign while the senior agent who won the listing moves on to the next one. Lower overheads mean a lower rate without a corresponding reduction in service quality.
A different model entirely. Lower commissions funded by higher transaction volumes — more listings managed by each agent simultaneously. The rate is lower but the attention per campaign is also lower. Follow-up, buyer management, and negotiation quality varies significantly depending on which agent within the brokerage handles the sale. The rate is visible. The attention level is not.
Portal listing without full agent representation. The commission saving is real — but so is the trade-off in negotiation skill, buyer competition management, and in South Australia, Premium listing access on realestate.com.au. No private sale platform currently offers Premium placement in this market, which means your listing launches smaller and further down the page than every agent-listed property from day one. The Sell My House guide covers the private sale trade-offs in full.
The Right Question to Ask
Not "what is your commission rate?"
But: "Who will be handling my campaign from listing to settlement — and what is your recent track record in my price bracket in this suburb?"
A principal-led agent at 1.5% who manages your campaign personally, prices correctly from launch, and negotiates actively on your behalf will almost always produce a better net result than a franchise agent at 2.75% who hands your file to a junior assistant after the listing is signed.
What Do I Need to Know Before Signing an Agency Agreement?
The agency agreement is the legal document that governs the relationship between a vendor and their agent. It specifies the commission rate, the marketing costs, the duration of the agreement, and the conditions under which the agent is entitled to their fee. Most vendors sign it within 24 hours of receiving it.
Before signing, confirm these six things in writing:
The total commission in dollars, not just the percentage
Ask the agent to show you the commission in dollars at your expected sale price. A percentage is abstract. $19,250 is concrete. Ask: "What is your commission in dollars on a $X sale?"
Every marketing cost — included and excluded
Ask for a complete itemised list of what is included in the marketing package and what will be charged separately. Brochures, signboards, floor plans, ad writing, and upgraded portal placements are all commonly charged as extras. Ask: "Can I see the full marketing schedule with every line item and its cost?"
Which portals your property will be listed on — and at what level
Ask specifically: will my property be listed on both realestate.com.au and Domain? At what listing tier on each? This matters particularly if your most likely buyer may be relocating from interstate — buyers from Victoria and New South Wales tend to search Domain first, and a property not listed there at an appropriate level is invisible to that segment. Ask: "Will my property be listed on realestate.com.au and Domain, and at what tier?"
The Form 1 / vendor's statement cost
In South Australia, ask
specifically what the legal search and Form 1 preparation
will cost and who is conducting it. At franchise agencies,
this is typically outsourced at $1,500 to $2,500. At
agencies that handle it in-house, the cost is materially
lower. The variation on this item alone can exceed $1,000.
As an example — at Gawler East Real Estate, the
Form 1 plus all required council and statutory searches
are charged at $800 Inc GST, handled entirely in-house.
No outsourcing, no markup.
Ask: "What is the Form 1
cost and who prepares it?"
Any administrative or establishment fees
Some franchise agencies charge administrative or establishment fees — typically $295 to $745 — on top of commission and marketing. These are not universal and are not always disclosed prominently upfront. Ask: "Are there any administrative, establishment, or processing fees charged in addition to commission and marketing?"
The cooling-off period
Agency agreements in South Australia include a cooling-off period. Understand the duration and the conditions under which you can exit the agreement if you change your mind before marketing begins. Ask: "What is the cooling-off period on this agreement and what are the exit conditions?"
Why Our Commission Is 1.5% — And What You Actually Get For It
Gawler East Real Estate operates at 1.5% commission Inc GST — or lower depending on the property and circumstances — for a straightforward structural reason: without franchise fees, without corporate overhead, and without the cost of a multi-agent office, the rate that covers a well-run campaign is materially lower than what a franchise agency needs to charge to cover its cost base.
The saving does not come from reduced service. It comes from a leaner model.
You Deal Directly With the Principal — From First Conversation to Settlement
At many franchise agencies, you sign with a senior agent and are handed to a junior assistant for inspections, buyer follow-up, and callbacks. At Gawler East Real Estate, Andrew McKiggan handles every appraisal, every open home, every buyer inquiry, and every negotiation personally. No handovers. No conflicting advice. No junior staff covering for the lister.
Higher Commission Doesn't Mean a Higher Sale Price
There is a common assumption that a higher commission means a higher sale price. It does not. Commission is what you pay the agent — not what buyers pay for your property. Your sale price is determined by buyer demand, competition, and negotiation skill. None of those are linked to how much the agent charges themselves.
Portal Coverage — Every Avenue, Not Just the Convenient Ones
Before committing to any agent, ask specifically which portals your property will be listed on and at what level. Not every agent lists on both major platforms — and the tier of listing matters as much as the platform itself.
Dominates search behaviour for South Australian buyers. The primary portal for most local and interstate searches in this market. Listed as standard on every Gawler East Real Estate campaign.
Carries disproportionate weight for interstate buyers — particularly those relocating from Victoria and New South Wales, who tend to search Domain first. A property not listed here is invisible to that segment of the market.
At Gawler East Real Estate, every listing is placed on realestate.com.au and Domain as standard. Homely and targeted social media campaigns support the portal presence. Before your property goes live, confirm in writing which platforms your agent intends to use — and at what listing tier on each.
Pricing Built From the Specific, Not the General
Before any listing goes live, every appraisal is built from the most recent comparable sales in your specific suburb — not broad averages. The properties most like yours. Adjusted for land size, floor area, condition, and what is actively competing for the same buyers right now.
A Recent Example
I met with a seller in a nearby suburb where several agents were recommending auction. When I pulled the suburb average, days on market was around 30 days — but filtering to the five most comparable recent sales put it closer to 49 days. I also factored in that we were heading into winter, when the active buyer pool tends to shrink and timings can stretch further. I told that client the honest probability upfront — not to discourage them, but so that if the first two weeks did not bring strong enquiry, they would not panic and make a rushed decision. That kind of transparent, evidence-based advice protects your result in a way no commission rate comparison can measure.
What Is Included — No Hidden Extras
Direct access to Andrew McKiggan (RLA 248695) from first conversation through to settlement — no handovers, no assistants
Every open home attended by the principal — not a property manager or junior agent covering for the lister
Every offer negotiated personally by someone with 25+ years of corporate negotiation experience
Legal searches and Form 1 preparation: $800 Inc GST — handled in-house, not outsourced at $1,500 to $2,500
Portal listings on realestate.com.au and Domain — included as standard, not charged as extras
Ad writing, floor plan, signboard, brochures — included, not itemised and charged separately
Administrative fees: $0. Establishment fees: $0. No hidden extras added after you sign.
Frequently Asked Questions — Real Estate Agent Fees
In 2026, the national average commission sits between 2% and 2.65% Inc GST across all markets, with significant variation by state. South Australia averages approximately 2.25% Ex GST (≈ 2.48% Inc GST), with franchise agencies often quoting closer to 2.5% + GST (≈ 2.75% Inc GST). Commission is not regulated and is negotiable in every state.
Most agents in South Australia charge between 2% and 2.75% Inc GST depending on the agency model and location. Independent principal-led agencies typically operate at 1.5% to 1.8% Inc GST. Franchise agencies typically sit at 2.2% to 2.75% Inc GST.
At 2.75% Inc GST, the commission on a $700,000 sale is $19,250. At 1.5% Inc GST, it is $10,500 — a difference of $8,750. When total selling costs including marketing, legal searches, and administrative fees are compared, the difference typically reaches $11,000 or more in the Gawler district.
Yes — in every Australian state and territory. Commission is not regulated and agents are legally permitted to negotiate their rate. Most vendors accept the first rate quoted without asking for a reduction or comparing alternatives. Getting at least two quotes before signing an agency agreement is the most reliable way to understand whether the rate you have been offered is competitive.
Commission is paid at settlement — deducted from the sale proceeds before the balance is transferred to the vendor. You do not pay commission upfront, and in most agency agreements, commission is not payable if the property is withdrawn from sale without a contract being exchanged.
Not necessarily — and in many cases the opposite is true. A principal-led independent agent at 1.5% who manages your campaign personally is typically more accountable and more attentive than a franchise agent at 2.75% whose file is handled by support staff after the listing agreement is signed. The relevant question is not the rate — it is who is actually running the campaign and how.
Commission is the percentage fee paid to the agent. Total selling costs include commission plus marketing, advertising, legal searches, vendor's statement preparation, and any administrative fees. On a $700,000 sale in South Australia, commission at 2.75% is $19,250 — but total selling costs including marketing, Form 1, and admin fees can reach $24,000 or more at a franchise agency. At a lower-commission independent agency, the same total can be closer to $12,700. A full breakdown with worked examples is at the Selling Costs guide.
Yes — private sale is legal in every Australian state. You can list your property on the major portals through a flat-fee platform and negotiate directly with buyers. The trade-off in South Australia is that no private sale platform currently offers Premium listing placement on realestate.com.au, and the negotiation is conducted without professional assistance. A low-commission full-service agent is worth considering as a middle option. The Sell My House guide covers the private sale trade-offs in full.
Ask for the total commission in dollars at your expected sale price, a complete itemised list of every marketing cost, which portals the property will be listed on and at what tier, the cost of Form 1 preparation and who is conducting it, whether any administrative or establishment fees apply, and the terms of the cooling-off period. These six questions take five minutes and can save thousands.
Local Market Perspective — Gawler and the Northern Adelaide Corridor
Andrew McKiggan is the principal and sole licensed agent of Gawler East Real Estate (RLA 248695), an independent residential agency based at 1 Lewis Ave, Gawler East SA 5118. Andrew sells residential property across the Gawler district and northern Adelaide corridor at 1.5% commission Inc GST or lower — verified through the Consumer and Business Services public register at CBS South Australia.
The commission and fee structures outlined on this page apply nationally, but what they mean in real dollars for sellers in this district is worth understanding directly. At the current median sale price across the Gawler district, the difference between a 2.75% franchise commission and Andrew's 1.5% rate is approximately $8,750 in commission alone — before marketing cost differences and the $0 administrative fee structure are factored in.
In this market, that difference matters more than it might in higher-price brackets. Sellers in the Gawler district are typically not selling investment portfolios — they are selling the family home they have lived in for a decade or more. The $9,000 to $11,000 total cost saving is not an abstract figure. It is the difference between what they keep and what they hand over at settlement.
What that saving does not mean is a reduced campaign. Every listing receives the same portal coverage, the same principal-led open homes, the same evidence-based pricing, and the same negotiation approach — regardless of whether the property sells for $550,000 or $900,000.
If you are considering selling in Gawler or the surrounding suburbs and want to understand the total cost of selling at 1.5% versus the franchise alternative, the next step is a straightforward conversation. Contact one of the real estate agents Gawler vendors trust for transparent fee structures and honest advice.
Call 0493 539 067 or email enquiries@gawlereastrealestate.au.
Commission is not the most important number in a property sale. The most important number is what you keep after every cost has been paid — and that figure is determined by the price your property achieves, the costs deducted from it at settlement, and the quality of the strategy that produced the result.
A lower commission rate that comes with a higher sale price and lower total costs is not a trade-off. It is a better outcome by every measure.
The sellers who get this right are the ones who asked the right questions before they signed — not the ones who accepted the first rate quoted or chose the agent who told them the most encouraging number.
