Kann ich eine bereits gezahlte Maklerprovision zurückfordern?

In vielen Fällen ja. Eine Rückforderung kommt vor allem in Betracht, wenn gegen den Halbteilungsgrundsatz oder das Bestellerprinzip verstoßen wurde, die Provision überhöht war oder der Maklervertrag wirksam widerrufen werden kann. Ob ein Anspruch besteht, hängt vom Einzelfall und den konkreten Unterlagen ab.

Welche Unterlagen brauche ich?

Für eine erste Einschätzung benötigen wir den Maklervertrag, die Provisionsrechnung, den Zahlungsnachweis, die Widerrufsbelehrung und den Schriftverkehr mit dem Makler. Je vollständiger die Unterlagen, desto präziser die Einschätzung.

Was gilt beim Hauskauf?

Beim Kauf einer Wohnung oder eines Einfamilienhauses durch einen Verbraucher gilt seit Dezember 2020 der Halbteilungsgrundsatz. Wird der Makler für beide Seiten tätig, müssen Käufer und Verkäufer je die Hälfte tragen. Wird der Verkäufer freigestellt oder geringer belastet, entfällt der Provisionsanspruch gegen den Käufer vollständig.

Ich habe vor über zwei Jahren gezahlt — habe ich noch Ansprüche?

Der Rückforderungsanspruch verjährt grundsätzlich drei Jahre nach der Zahlung. Beim Widerruf hängt die Frist davon ab, ob und wie der Makler belehrt hat. Bei fehlerhafter Belehrung kann der Widerruf noch bis zu ein Jahr und 14 Tage nach Vertragsschluss möglich sein.

Muss ich Wertersatz für die Maklerleistung zahlen?

Wertersatz schulden Sie nur, wenn der Makler Sie zuvor ordnungsgemäß über Ihr Widerrufsrecht belehrt hat. Fehlt eine korrekte Belehrung, lässt sich die Provision in der Regel vollständig und ohne Wertersatz zurückholen — auch dann, wenn der Kaufvertrag bereits abgeschlossen ist.

Bleibt mein Kauf- oder Mietvertrag bestehen?

Ja. Die Unwirksamkeit der Provisionsabrede und der Widerruf des Maklervertrags berühren den Kauf- oder Mietvertrag nicht. Es geht ausschließlich um das an den Makler gezahlte Geld.

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Current Federal Court of Justice (BGH) case law

Federal Court of Justice ruling of March 2025: The principle of equal division (§§ 656a ff. BGB) applies strictly; violations render the commission agreement invalid.

Legal standards

The "besteller principle" (the principle that the party who commissions the service pays) has been in place since 2015, and the principle of equal sharing has been in place since December 2020. Who pays is legally prescribed and non-negotiable.

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The right to claim a refund expires three years after payment. In the case of cancellation, the instructions given are decisive. The earlier the review, the stronger the position.

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Commission paid unjustly — your claims

Not every real estate agent commission paid is legally owed. Anyone who has paid too much or wrongfully can demand their money back. Here's an overview:

The principle of equal division in sales: buyer and seller each bear half, otherwise the claim against you is void.

Which violations render the commission agreement invalid?

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Are you affected?

Does this sound familiar? We'll check if your commission payment was justified and enforce your rights.

Full commission on house purchase

Did the buyer pay the entire real estate agent's commission? Violation of the principle of equal division — reimbursement possible.

Commission paid as tenant

The landlord hired the real estate agent, and you paid? The "whoever orders, pays" principle renders the agreement invalid.

Contract concluded online

Did you conclude a brokerage agreement via a portal, email, or telephone? Then you have a 14-day right of withdrawal.

Defective cancellation policy

Was the instruction incorrect or not given at all? The deadline is extended to up to one year and 14 days.

Excessive commission

Has the landlord demanded more than two months' net rent plus VAT? The excess amount must be reclaimed.

Real estate agent refuses to pay

Is the real estate agent rejecting your claim or not responding? We will pursue your claim rigorously.

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Specialists in real estate and brokerage law

We will review the brokerage agreement, commission agreement and cancellation policy and determine the amount you can reclaim.

Current case law

The German Federal Court of Justice (BGH) will rule on the principle of equal division in the case of single-family homes (March 2025). A referral to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) regarding the expiry of the right of withdrawal is currently pending.

Digital mandate acceptance

Operating nationwide. Mandate acceptance and correspondence are entirely digital. Online file access available 24/7.

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Consistent out-of-court and court enforcement of your claim — from payment request to legal action.

Your rights in 3 steps

Our structured process for reclaiming your real estate agent's commission.

Case review

Detailed analysis of the brokerage contract, commission invoice and proof of payment to determine the amount that can be reclaimed.

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Individual legal strategy — invalidity, revocation or partial recovery, depending on the circumstances.

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Consistent enforcement against the real estate agent — out of court or in court.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most important questions about reclaiming your real estate agent's commission.

Can I reclaim a real estate agent's commission that I have already paid?

In many cases, yes. A claim for reimbursement is primarily considered if the principle of equal division or the "besteller principle" (the principle that the party who commissions the service pays) was violated, the commission was excessive, or the brokerage agreement can be effectively revoked. Whether a claim exists depends on the individual case and the specific documentation.

What documents do I need?

For an initial assessment, we need the brokerage agreement, the commission invoice, proof of payment, the cancellation policy, and any correspondence with the broker. The more complete the documents, the more precise the assessment.

What rules apply when buying a house?

Since December 2020, the principle of equal sharing applies to the purchase of an apartment or single-family home by a consumer. If the real estate agent acts for both parties, the buyer and seller must each pay half of the commission. If the seller is exempt or charged a lower commission, the buyer's commission claim is completely waived.

I paid over two years ago — do I still have any claims?

The right to a refund generally expires three years after payment. In the case of cancellation, the deadline depends on whether and how the broker provided the necessary information. If the information was incorrect, cancellation may still be possible up to one year and 14 days after the contract was concluded.

Do I have to pay compensation for the broker's services?

You only owe compensation if the real estate agent properly informed you of your right of withdrawal beforehand. If proper instruction is lacking, the commission can usually be reclaimed in full without compensation – even if the purchase agreement has already been concluded.

Will my purchase or rental agreement remain valid?

Yes. The invalidity of the commission agreement and the revocation of the brokerage contract do not affect the purchase or rental agreement. It concerns solely the money paid to the broker.

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