Real Estate Math

A Hawaii property sold for $1,180,000. The listing broker received 60% of the 5% commission and the buyer's broker received 40%. What did the buyer's broker receive?

AA. $23,600✓ Correct
BB. $35,400
CC. $59,000
DD. $21,200

Explanation

Total commission = $1,180,000 × 0.05 = $59,000. Buyer's broker = $59,000 × 0.40 = $23,600. To solve this, multiply the relevant values: $1,180,000 at 60%.. The correct answer is A. $23,600.. This is a common calculation on the Hawaii real estate exam.

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