Do I Need to Pay Closing Commission to Listing Agent if I Find a Buyer Outside MLS? | Houzeo

Do I need to pay the closing commission to the listing agent if I find a buyer outside the MLS Listing?​

Yes. The closing commission payable to your Houzeo Listing Agent is based on the MLS plan you selected (Silver, Gold, or Platinum) at the time of listing your property on the Houzeo Dashboard.

The commission is not dependent on who finds the buyer. Instead, it is compensation for the professional services provided by the listing agent throughout the listing period and closing process.

These services typically include:

  • Listing your property on the local MLS

  • Ensuring compliance with MLS rules and regulations

  • Reviewing and processing listing amendments

  • Updating listing status (Active, Pending, Sold, etc.)

  • Providing guidance during the transaction

  • Assisting with required documentation related to the MLS listing

Since the agent’s role extends beyond procuring a buyer and includes managing the MLS listing and supporting you through closing, the agreed-upon closing commission is payable once the transaction is successfully completed—even if you find the buyer independently.

The exact commission structure will depend on the plan you selected at the time of purchase.