Why real estate agent fees are success-based and when buyers don't have to pay: A real estate agent is not paid for their efforts, but for a successful outcome. Only if
No commission without brokerage services: lack of mediation and forfeiture. To the article »
When a conflict of interest or undisclosed kickback invalidates the commission claim: Not every real estate agent's commission is earned. Is the agent financially or personally intertwined with the seller?
Internal commission and hidden kickbacks between real estate agent and seller To the article »
The scope of application of Sections 656a et seq. of the German Civil Code (BGB) and what the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has decided regarding granny flats and office extensions: The protective rules for the distribution of brokerage fees do not apply.
What buyers should know about real estate agent commissions after the Federal Court of Justice ruling of July 16, 2026: You are buying a house; the real estate agent also worked for the seller.
How the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) ruling of October 9, 2025 helps buyers with brokerage contracts concluded online: Anyone who concludes a brokerage contract online via a button only owes a commission if...
Why errors in the cancellation policy extend the cancellation period and how buyers benefit: If the cancellation policy is missing from the brokerage contract or is incorrect, the regular cancellation period begins.
What formal requirements apply to brokerage contracts and when buyers have the right of withdrawal. How the right of withdrawal works for brokerage contracts concluded online or by telephone. Who concludes a brokerage contract online or by telephone?
Cancel brokerage contract: Reclaim commission even after property purchase To the article »
