Important: There is no standard, fixed, or required commission rate in real estate. All commission rates are fully negotiable — by law and in practice. Any commission figures referenced on this site are for illustrative purposes only and should not be interpreted as typical, customary, or recommended rates.

Filing Instructions

How to File Your Settlement Claim

Step-by-step instructions to file your claim at official settlement websites

NAR Commission Settlement
File your claim for the $418 million NAR settlement

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Step-by-step walkthrough of the commission settlement claim filing process

Official Settlement Website

Claims must be filed at the official settlement administrator website

File Your Claim

Step-by-Step Filing Instructions

1

Check Your Eligibility

Verify you bought or sold a home between 2015-2024 and paid a buyer's agent commission. Use our eligibility checker if unsure.

2

Gather Required Documents

Collect your closing statement (HUD-1 or settlement statement), purchase agreement, and any documents showing commission paid. Download our checklist below.

3

Visit the Official Website

Go to www.narcommissionsettlement.com and click 'File a Claim' to begin the online form.

4

Complete the Online Form

Provide your personal information, property address, transaction date, and commission amount. The form takes approximately 10-15 minutes.

5

Upload Your Documents

Upload clear copies or photos of your closing documents. Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, PNG (max 10MB per file).

6

Review and Submit

Double-check all information for accuracy. You'll receive a confirmation email with your claim number within 24 hours.

7

Track Your Claim

Use your claim number to check status on the settlement website. Processing typically takes 60-90 days after the claim deadline.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't file multiple claims for the same transaction
  • Don't estimate commission amounts - use exact figures from closing documents
  • Don't upload blurry or incomplete documents
  • Don't wait until the last day - technical issues may prevent submission

Document Preparation Checklist

Real Estate Commission Settlement Checklist
Documents needed to file your commission settlement claim

Closing Statement (HUD-1 or Settlement Statement)

Required

Shows the final breakdown of all costs and commissions paid at closing

Purchase Agreement

Required

The signed contract between buyer and seller

Buyer Broker Agreement

Optional

Document showing agreement with buyer's agent (if you were the buyer)

MLS Listing Sheet

Optional

Shows commission offer to buyer's agent

Property Address and Transaction Date

Required

Exact address and closing date for verification

Commission Amount Paid

Required

Total commission and breakdown between buyer/seller agents

Proof of Identity

Required

Government-issued ID (driver's license, passport)

Contact Information

Required

Current mailing address, email, and phone number

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