Real Estate MathIntermediateNorth Carolina Exam

A listing broker receives a 6% commission on the sale of a $350,000 home. The listing broker splits the commission 50/50 with the selling broker. How much does the listing broker receive?

A$9,000 (before the office/agent split is applied)
B$10,500Correct
C$12,000
D$21,000

Why $10,500 Is Correct

Answer B: $10,500

Total commission = $350,000 x 6% = $21,000. Each broker receives $21,000 / 2 = $10,500.

Exam Tip: Real Estate Math

Math questions are formula-based. Memorize the key formulas: commission splits, proration, cap rate (NOI ÷ Value), GRM (Price ÷ Gross Rent), and LTV (Loan ÷ Value). Practice converting between annual and monthly figures.

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