Some Builder reps are salaried, some are commissioned.

We operate on fairness, and we feel that it is fair to retain the commission percentage of the late fee.

Net sales price is the sales price less closing costs like agent commission, escrow fees, transfer tax, and recording fees.

I know this, because I DO this, I have been variable/commission based for over 4 years now and I have a good real estate friendly CPA. 

What are the best practices in negotiating a lower commission with a listing agent?

And the Real Estate Commission would have to investigate any written complaint.

The fee you'll pay the realtor for the listing commission will likely be less than what you'll be paying for more than 1 month of vacancy.

A good Agent will be responsible both legally and knowledgeable of what is in the best interest to the buyer, However with the new regulations about to take place it is also important that you discuss the commission side of things with the agent so they can explain the new commission guidelines that are now about to go into place. 

Note:  LLC has bought/sold $12 million over the last year with and made a profit of 650,000 (without any of the partners RE commission contributed to the profits)Going forward Partner #1 wants the RE commission to be included in the profits - less a flat fee to her.   

The Aug 17th Realtor commission changes have now gone into affect.