Increasingly, real estate agents in the current market are discovering the benefits of real estate auctions. They are beginning to realize that auctions promote activity in an industry that thrives heavily on activity. An agent can get involved in auctions themselves. If an agent brings a buyer to an auction, and that buyer purchases a property, the agent can receive a commission. To determine the percentage of any commissions offered, refer to the terms and conditions of the auction contract for the specific auction of interest. A single auction for one property might bring dozens or even hundreds of potential buyers who are now in the real estate agent's market area.