I plan to buy a home only (not selling). What fees apply if I hire a real estate agent to facilitate a purchase?
Do I pay my Realtor or does the selling party pay my man? Alternatively, does a flat fee apply for buying only?

Location Edmonton, AB, Canada

Thanks.

When your buying a home in Alberta the seller pays the listing agents broker who pays the selling agens broker . The brokers pay the realors. As a buyer you don’t have to worry about how much the fee is or who pays. What you need to know is the market value of the home you are going to buy. The market value is based on compariable SOLD properties is the area where you are buying. Your realtor can furnish this information for you. This information is important to so you can make an informed decision when submiting your offer. Real estate fees have nothing to do with the market value of the home. The market dictates the value.