So...How do realtors get paid?

[Amanda Thomas]

“Possible” first time homebuyer/newbie to all things real estate. Get ready for a doozy of a question.... I was under the assumption that my realtor gets paid from the closing costs. I now know that’s wrong. So... how does my realtor get paid when I’m buying a house? Do I pay them a separate commission? Just want to factor in all of the cash going out of my bank account before I look for a house. Thanks!