The Full Story on Buyer's Agent Commissions in 2026

If the last time you bought or sold a home was more than a couple of years ago, some things have changed, and if you only caught the 2024 commission headlines and moved on, you probably have half the story. Back then, buyers were panicking about paying their agent out of pocket and sellers were excited about saving thousands, but then everyone kind of stopped following along. In this video, we walk you through what has actually shifted with buyer's agent commissions over the last two years, what didn't change at all, and what every Portland and Washington buyer or seller needs to know before their next move. Watch our video for the full picture so you're not making decisions off the headline version.