If Broker John sold a house under an exclusive right to sell, what does this imply about commissions for other brokers?

When a property is sold under an exclusive right to sell listing, it means that the listing broker, in this case, Broker John, has the exclusive right to earn a commission on the sale of the property, regardless of who brings the buyer. This type of agreement ensures that if the property is sold during the listing period, Broker John is entitled to the full commission outlined in the contract.

The key point of an exclusive right to sell is that it provides Broker John with compensation even if someone other than him (like another broker or the seller themselves) finds a buyer for the property. Still, he retains the right to the full commission stipulated in the listing agreement, highlighting his primary role in the transaction and the marketing efforts he undertook to sell the property.

Thus, with this understanding, it is clear why Broker John, as the listing agent, is entitled to the full commission from the sale of the house. Other brokers do not earn a commission unless there is a co-brokerage agreement or the listing specifically states otherwise.