Regarding a broker’s commission, the california business and professions code requires that in the sale of residential property (of not more than four units) the listing contain the following provision before the compensation clause: “notice: the amount or rate of real estate commissions is not fixed by law. they are set by each broker individually and may be negotiable between the seller and broker.” this clause must be printed: in not less than 8-point boldface type. in not less than 10-point boldface type. in not less than 11-point boldface type. in not less than 12-point boldface type.