The compensation of most commercial real estate brokers is performance based, especially in lease transactions. When real estate brokers perform, they are entitled to receive their compensation. Yet, too many seasoned brokers put their compensation at risk, too often.

Follow these six simple, but critical steps to protect your commissions, and to ensure that you'll be paid fairly, in-full, and on-time.

Step 1. Speak Up!

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