When might a seller have to accept a lower commission than agreed?

A seller may have to accept a lower commission than initially agreed upon if the client and agent mutually agree to terminate the listing agreement. In such cases, negotiations may lead to a new commission rate that reflects the current circumstances or agreements made upon termination.

It's important to note that commission rates can be flexible and are often negotiable between the seller and the real estate agent. If both parties do not complete the full term of a listing agreement, they might renegotiate certain terms, including the commission, based on the agreement reached before the termination.

Other situations may influence commission rates, such as the market conditions or the speed of a property sale, but they do not necessarily mandate a lower commission unless specified in the listing agreement or renegotiated explicitly by both parties involved.