Does My Realtor Care About Me—Or the Commission?

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest moments in life. It’s emotional, exciting, overwhelming—and it comes with a ton of decisions. One of the most important? Who you choose to guide you through it.

Because here’s the truth: not every Realtor is in it for the right reasons.

Some care deeply about you—your story, your goals, your future. Others? They’re more focused on the closing date, the contract, and what hits their bank account when the dust settles.

If you’ve ever felt rushed, unheard, or unsure during a real estate experience, you might have worked with the second kind. And the difference between the two? It matters—a lot.

1. One Listens. One Pushes.

When you talk, do they actually hear you? Do they ask questions about your lifestyle, your must-haves, your long-term plans?

A Realtor who truly cares will take the time to understand your full picture. They won’t rush you into something just because it’s available—they’ll help you find something that actually fits your life.

The commission-focused agent? They’ll push listings that benefit them, not necessarily you. They’ll emphasize speed, urgency, and convenience—on their terms.

2. One Educates. One Sells.

There’s a difference between guiding someone and selling to them.

A Realtor who’s in it for you will slow down and explain the steps. They’ll teach you about contracts, contingencies, neighborhoods, and negotiation strategies. They’ll make sure you’re confident in every decision.

A Realtor chasing a check will focus on the finish line, not the journey. Instead of empowering you, they’ll push for quick decisions—especially if it means a faster payday.

3. One Advocates. One Closes.

Things don’t always go as planned—appraisals come in low, inspections reveal problems, timelines shift. This is where it becomes obvious who’s on your side.

A caring Realtor will speak up for you. They’ll push back when needed, protect your interests, and never pressure you into accepting a bad deal just to keep the train moving.

A commission-focused Realtor? Their main goal is getting that dotted line signed—even if it means you settle for something less than what you deserve.

4. One Follows Up. One Vanishes.

Think about how they treat you after the deal closes.

The Realtor who genuinely cared will still check in. They’ll be around to answer questions, help you find local services, and keep in touch—not because they’re trying to sell you something else, but because they actually value the relationship.

The other kind? Once the deal is done, they’re gone. No thank you, no follow-up, no connection.

5. One Builds a Relationship. One Closes a Transaction.

This is the heart of it all. One is thinking long-term—about your experience, your trust, your future referrals. The other is thinking short-term—about that commission check and the next lead on their list.

And when you’re making one of the biggest moves of your life, the last thing you need is someone who sees you as just another transaction.

So… Does Your Realtor Care About You—or the Commission?

You deserve someone who puts your needs above their numbers. Someone who listens, supports, and respects the weight of the decision you're making. Someone who walks with you through the process, not ahead of you dragging you along.

Because when you work with a Realtor who truly cares, you don’t just get a better deal—you get peace of mind, real support, and maybe even a friend for life.