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Agency commission calculator

Source: Regulation on Real Estate Trade, art. 20 · VAT 20%

Choose the transaction type and enter the sale price or the monthly rent to see the most an agent may charge, excluding and including VAT, per party.

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Transaction type

Enter the amount to see the result.

These are the maximums set by the regulation. The fee must rest on a written authorisation and brokerage agreement.

How is it calculated?

  1. Choose the transaction type: sale or rental.
  2. Enter the sale price or the monthly rent.
  3. The cap is calculated: 4% of the sale price, or one month's rent; 20% VAT is added and the parties share it equally.
Formula

Sale: Price × 4% + VAT (buyer and seller 2% each + VAT)

Rental: 1 month's rent + VAT (landlord and tenant half each + VAT)

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Frequently asked questions

How much commission does an agent charge on a sale?

At most 4% of the sale price + VAT; the buyer and the seller pay equally, 2% each + VAT.

How much is the commission on a rental?

At most one month's rent + VAT; the landlord and the tenant pay half each.

Is VAT added to the commission?

Yes. The rates in the regulation exclude VAT; 20% VAT is added on top.

Can an agent ask for commission without a signed agreement?

No. The service fee must rest on a written authorisation and brokerage agreement.

Results are for information only; they are not legal or financial advice.

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