How much split on buyers commission would you accept?

[James O.]

If an agent from a different state was to send you on of their clients as referral, and the client is already committed to purchasing a specific property and just wants buyer representation to handle the transaction - how much split would you accept? Would a 40 (you)/60 split on buyer's commission seem reasonable to you?

[Martha Nowlan]

@James O. that seems a bit steep. That's bold of that agent to ask. Did that agent work with this person from out of state to identify the property? If so, then higher than 25 to them might be fair, but I wouldn't take less than 60% on my end as the receiving agent.