Realtor Commissions in Surrey, BC: What 2 Percent Realty West Coast Does Differently

 

People don’t usually think about commission fees until they’re ready to sell. Then suddenly, it becomes real. You sit down, maybe with a few printouts, maybe with just a number in your head, and try to figure out how much you're going to pay just to get your house listed and sold.

In Surrey, BC, real estate commissions can vary, but most traditional brokerages still work off a tiered percentage—usually around 7% on the first $100,000 and 2.5–3% on the balance. That adds up. Fast.

If your home is worth a million, that can mean handing over $25,000 to $30,000 in commission alone. Which—depending on how you look at it—can feel like a lot for something that was already going to sell in this market.

So what’s the alternative?

That’s where 2 Percent Realty West Coast changes the math. But they don’t just change the rate. They change how you think about what real estate service should actually cost.

 

What Is the Standard Realtor Commission in Surrey?

Ask five people and you’ll get five slightly different answers. Most know there’s a percentage involved. Few know exactly how it breaks down.

In Surrey, a common model looks like this:

• 7% on the first $100,000,
• 2.5% to 3% on the remainder.

That’s often split between the buyer’s and seller’s agents. Sometimes one side negotiates a bit, sometimes not. And unless you ask directly, you might not even see the breakdown until paperwork is in front of you.

It’s not that the service isn’t valuable—it can be. The question is whether it always needs to cost as much as it does.

 

The 2 Percent Model: Flat Rate, Full Service

At 2 Percent Realty West Coast, they keep it simple. Their rate is exactly what the name says: 2% commission on the sale price of your home.

No sliding scale. No upcharges based on neighborhood or style. Just 2%.

But—and this part matters—it’s not a discount model that cuts corners. You still get a licensed REALTOR® handling your sale. Your home goes on MLS, gets signage, professional exposure, buyer showings, offer negotiation, and closing support. You just pay less.

One seller in South Surrey said they were skeptical at first. The rate seemed too low to be real. But they moved forward anyway. The sale went through, they got the price they wanted, and saved close to $20,000 in fees compared to a traditional brokerage quote. They were clear about one thing: they wouldn’t go back.

 

Does Lower Commission Mean Lower Quality?

It's a fair question. The idea that price equals quality is pretty well-rooted in real estate.

And yet—2 Percent Realty West Coast has been operating across Surrey, Vancouver, and Langley for years. They're not a startup or an app. They’re a licensed brokerage backed by local agents who know the communities and understand pricing, timing, and buyer psychology.

Their founder, Roy Almog, saw the gap years ago: full service was too expensive for some sellers, while DIY kits lacked the structure and support most people need. So he launched something in the middle.

Not stripped down. Just more direct.

You can still call your agent at 8pm if you’re stressed about an offer. You can still ask what a buyer means when they request “more flexibility in the possession date.” The difference is you don’t need to spend $30,000 to have those conversations.

 

What You Get for 2%

If you haven’t sold before, it’s easy to imagine real estate service as just listing and waiting. In practice, it’s more involved:

• Home evaluation and pricing strategy
• MLS listing with full photos and write-up
• Showings coordination and open houses
• Offer review, negotiation, and advice
• Paperwork, conditions, legal steps, closing

You still get all of that with 2 Percent Realty West Coast. The commission rate doesn’t affect the scope. It just affects your bottom line.

And that bottom line—if you’re like most sellers—is probably where you’re paying the most attention.

 

Are Buyers Treated Differently?

No. Whether you’re buying or selling, the support is the same. Their agents work with both sides of the market, helping buyers find the right place and make strong offers. Buyers don’t pay the commission, of course, but they still benefit from an agent who isn’t trying to chase high-fee listings.

Some clients have said the process feels more transparent, more focused. There’s no sense that you're being nudged toward a particular listing. It’s just about what fits your budget, your timeline, and your goals.

 

Is This Model Right for Everyone?

Not always. And they’ll be honest about that. If your property is unusually complex, or you need full staging and a drawn-out campaign, maybe a traditional model makes more sense.

But for most people in Surrey—especially those with market-ready homes and a solid sense of timing—it makes a lot of financial sense to consider a different kind of brokerage.

 

Start the Conversation

You don’t have to commit right away. You don’t even have to list. Start with a question: What would 2% mean for your home?

Call (604) 340-1575 or visit
www.2percentwestcoast.ca to request a no-obligation evaluation.

You’ve worked hard to build your equity. You should have more say in what you keep.