In August 2024, real estate commission structures changed to allow for more transparency and flexibility in how buyers choose and pay for agent services. These changes are the result of a landmark, national anti-competitive lawsuit settlement against Realtor Associations and MLSs. These updates empower informed buyers to shop for the best value when selecting an agent, but don’t expect traditional agents to tell you that a buyer can now get some of the buyer agent commission that is built into a home’s price.