Real Estate Agent Commission
Real estate agent commissions vary widely. Nowadays, a 5-6% fee is not uncommon, especially among large agencies. However, those who advertise on minositettingatlanok.hu can count on a fixed 1.5% rate, with no hidden tricks. We will explain how this works in practice and what advantages sellers gain with a one-time agency agreement.
Do You Need a Real Estate Agent to Sell?
Due to the high commission fees, many people prefer to advertise their property themselves. This is certainly an option. Hiring a professional is not mandatory for selling, but in many cases, it significantly simplifies the sales process.
Whether you need a real estate agent depends on your experience in the real estate market and the amount of free time you have.
Those who advertise on minositettingatlanok.hu can choose whether to accept real estate agent inquiries. If they do, the rules are set to favor the seller… (we'll explain more shortly).
How Much Is a Real Estate Agent’s Commission?
The real estate agent’s commission is a percentage of the final sale price of the property. The rate largely depends on the type of contract.
The average commission is around 2-4%, but 6% commission is also common, especially with large franchise agencies. The highest rates are usually charged when there is no exclusivity agreement. A so-called "cheap" exclusive contract means that you cannot hire another real estate agent or agency to sell your property.
However, some contracts even prohibit the owner from selling the property independently, which is not only unreasonable but also legally questionable.
5% or 1.5% Agent Commission –
Which Sounds Better?
The question is, of course, rhetorical. But let's do some calculations. The average price of a 50 m², two-bedroom panel apartment in Budapest is currently around 40 million HUF.
If the real estate agent’s commission is 5%, you have to pay an additional 2,000,000 HUF. Meanwhile, the fixed 1.5% fee available on minositettingatlanok.hu means you would pay only 600,000 HUF.
The difference is significant—almost 1.5 million HUF, enough for an overseas vacation or a complete bathroom renovation. More than half of the commission stays in your pocket!
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What Is a One-Time Agency Agreement?
A one-time agency agreement offers flexibility. More specifically, it allows the seller to remain independent and not commit to any single agency.
However, if a real estate agent approaches with a potential buyer, the seller can take advantage of the opportunity. In this case, the agreement applies exclusively to that one buyer.
This is a simple legal document that even a layperson can understand. No fine print—clear, concise, and to the point.
A major advantage for sellers is that the one-time agreement does not require long-term commitment. If they are unsatisfied with the agent, they can easily switch without contractual obligations.
In the minositettingatlanok.hu system, the one-time agency agreement is prepared electronically with a timestamp and two-factor authentication. A printable version is also available.
The agent’s commission is only payable upon a successful sale, reducing risk for the seller. Payment is required only if the agent actually contributes to the sale.
We Provide a Clear, Transparent Legal Environment
Selling real estate stress-free with an agent—without complicated or hidden conditions.
We support you every step of the way so that you know exactly what is happening and avoid unpleasant surprises.
We ensure a legal framework that guarantees peace of mind for sellers:
You don't have to sign complex contracts that are difficult to understand.
We do not allow others to list the same property, so there are no duplicate listings that would make the sale appear untrustworthy.
The agent’s commission is a fixed 1.5%, guaranteed in a lawyer-prepared contract (Terms & Conditions), with no loopholes.
