Is the commission paid upfront?

The commission is not paid in advance before a pre-contract or agreement is concluded for which the agency brokered the deal. Additional services may only be charged if separately and clearly agreed.

Is the commission fixed?

No. The commission amount is not fixed by law and is negotiated depending on property type, scope of service, exclusivity, location, and cooperation model.

Can the commission be reduced?

Yes, if a different scope of service is agreed. A smaller package may have a lower commission, but usually means less marketing, less active sales effort, and less support throughout the process.

What if the buyer withdraws?

It depends on what the brokerage agreement states and whether a pre-contract was signed. That is why it is important to check in advance when the agency earns the right to commission and what happens if either party withdraws.

What Is the Real Estate Agency Commission in Serbia?

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Last updated: 1 June 2026

An explanation of agency commission in Serbia — typical amounts, who pays, when it is charged, and what must be stated in the brokerage agreement.

In short

Agency commission in Serbia is most often agreed as a percentage of the purchase price, commonly in the range of 2–3%, but the exact amount is not fixed by law. The commission is paid by the party that signed the brokerage agreement with the agency, and the amount, method, and payment deadline must be clearly stated in the contract.

What the Commission Covers

The commission is not just posting a listing. Depending on the cooperation model, the agency may cover price valuation, document checks, photography, advertising, conducting viewings, communication with buyers, negotiations, and coordination with a notary or lawyer.

Is the Commission Set by Law?

The amount of agency commission is not fixed by law. It is agreed between the broker and the client, and the brokerage agreement must clearly state the amount, method, and payment deadline for the brokerage fee.

When It Is Paid

The commission is most often paid when the purchase agreement is concluded, or a pre-contract if so provided in the brokerage agreement. The agency cannot demand partial payment of the commission in advance before a pre-contract or agreement is concluded for which it brokered the deal.

Who Pays the Commission

The commission is paid by the party that signed the brokerage agreement with the agency. This may be the seller, buyer, landlord, or tenant. In practice, when representing the seller, the seller most often pays; the buyer may pay the commission if they engaged the agency to find a property or if otherwise agreed.

What to Check Before Signing the Contract

Before signing the contract, check the commission amount, when it is due, contract duration, whether exclusivity applies, whether there are additional costs, and what happens if you find a buyer yourself or if the buyer withdraws.

Service	Standard Agency	Premium Model	LIVION Model
Price valuation	Basic valuation	More detailed analysis	Market analysis + positioning advice
Photography / video	Optional or basic	Included	Professional production
Advertising	Portals	Portals + social media	Multi-channel campaign
Documentation	Basic check	More detailed coordination	Document review and coordination with notary / lawyer
Typical commission	Most often around 2–3%	By agreement	By agreement, depending on scope of service

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