Real Estate Commission With VAT Calculator

Calculate real estate commission and apply VAT. Commission = Sale Price × Rate%, then VAT = Commission × VAT%.

Formula

Commission = Sale Price × Rate%; VAT = Commission × VAT%
  • Commission calculated on property sale price
  • VAT applied to commission amount (not sale price)
  • Typical commission: 4-6% (varies by region)
  • VAT typical: 15-17% (country-dependent)

Example

Inputs
  • Property Sale Price: 500000
  • Commission Rate (%): 5
  • VAT Rate (%): 17

$500k sale @ 5% commission = $25k. VAT @ 17% = $4,250. Total = $29,250.

Frequently asked questions

Who pays the VAT on commission?
Typically included in commission paid by seller. Check your agreement.
Is VAT calculated on commission or sale price?
On commission amount. Different from some other taxes that apply to gross price.