Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of July 22, 2026, from the General Labor Directorate — Minutes of the Parity Commission of the VIII State Collective Agreement for real estate management and brokerage companies |
|---|---|
| Publication | August 5, 2026 |
| Effective date | August 5, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Companies and workers in the real estate management and brokerage sector (state scope) |
| Category | Labor Legislation |
| Fiscal years | 2025 (retroactive) and 2026 (current) |
| Salary increase | +3% over the previous year, in both fiscal years |
| Actual CPI 2025 | 2.8% (lower than 3% guaranteed — no additional revision clause) |
| Actual CPI 2026 | 2.9% (lower than 3% guaranteed — no additional revision clause) |
| Official source | BOE-A-2026-17058 |
Real estate agencies have a dual and urgent salary obligation: regularize 2025 payroll with retroactive effect and apply the new 2026 tables from now. The Parity Commission of the VIII State Collective Agreement for real estate management and brokerage companies has confirmed both tables with an increase of 3% over the previous year in each fiscal year.
The actual CPI for 2025 was 2.8% and for 2026 was 2.9%, both below the 3% agreed in the collective agreement. This means that no additional salary revision clause is activated: the 3% is the definitive increase in both years, with no extra adjustment.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution publishes the minutes of the Parity Commission of the VIII State Collective Agreement of the real estate sector, which formalizes two decisions:
- Confirms the definitive salary tables for 2025, with an increase of 3% over the 2024 tables.
- Approves the salary tables for 2026, with an increase of 3% over the definitive 2025 tables.
The updated remuneration concepts are as follows:
| Remuneration concept | Detail |
|---|---|
| Annual base salary | Between €16,842.85 and €25,299.35 depending on professional category, in 14 installments |
| Versatility allowance | Updated with the +3% corresponding to each fiscal year |
| Seniority bonuses | Updated with the +3% corresponding to each fiscal year |
| Overtime hours | Price updated with the +3% corresponding to each fiscal year |
Given that the CPI for 2025 (2.8%) and 2026 (2.9%) fell below the 3% guaranteed in the collective agreement, the salary revision clause is not activated in either of the two years. The 3% is the final and definitive increase.
Economic and operational impact
For companies in the sector, the impact has two dimensions:
Additional salary cost in 2025 (retroactive): If a company applied the previous year's tables during 2025 without the 3% increase, it must calculate the difference month by month from January 2025 and pay it to each worker. The longer the time without regularization, the greater the accumulated amount per employee.
Additional salary cost in 2026 (current): 2026 payroll must already reflect the new tables. The 3% increase is applied to the definitive 2025 tables, not to the provisional ones the company may have been using.
In addition to the base salary, three additional concepts must be reviewed that also increase by 3%: the versatility allowance, the seniority bonuses, and the price of overtime hours. Forgetting any of these concepts in the regularization is a common mistake that can generate subsequent claims.
Who does it affect?
- Companies in real estate management and brokerage with workers under the VIII State Collective Agreement of the sector.
- Real estate agencies of any size, from single-person offices with employees to large networks.
- Workers in the sector in all professional categories covered by the collective agreement.
- Labor advisors and management firms that manage payroll for real estate companies.
- HR and administration departments of companies with real estate intermediation or asset management activities.
Practical example
Imagine a real estate agency with 4 employees, all in the category with a base salary of €16,842.85 annually (2025 table, 14 installments). If during 2025 the company was paying the 2024 tables without applying the +3%, the difference per employee is approximately:
- 2024 salary (estimated before +3%): €16,352.28 annually.
- Annual difference per employee: €490.57.
- With 4 employees: €1,962.28 of total arrears to regularize, plus adjustments in versatility allowance, seniority bonuses, and overtime if applicable.
For 2026, that same company must apply the +3% to the definitive 2025 tables, which raises the minimum reference base salary to the level published in the new tables. The additional annual cost per employee in 2026 compared to 2025 follows the same logic of 3% on each remuneration concept.
What should companies do now?
- Review 2025 payroll from January: Compare what has been paid month by month with the definitive 2025 tables (+3% over 2024). Calculate differences by employee and by concept (base salary, versatility allowance, seniority bonuses, overtime).
- Pay 2025 arrears as soon as possible: The obligation is retroactive to January 1, 2025. Include the amount in the next payroll or in an extraordinary settlement. Coordinate with your labor advisor for proper treatment in income tax and Social Security.
- Update 2026 tables in the payroll system: Enter the new base salary amounts (from €16,842.85 to €25,299.35 depending on category), versatility allowance, seniority bonuses, and overtime rate with the +3% over the definitive 2025 tables.
- Verify that no additional revision clause is activated: The CPI for 2025 was 2.8% and for 2026 was 2.9%, both lower than the 3% guaranteed. There is no extra revision: the 3% is the definitive increase in both years.
- Document the regularization: Keep the calculations of the differences paid and communication to workers. In case of inspection or claim, this documentation is essential.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the salary increase in the real estate agencies collective agreement in 2025 and 2026?
The increase is 3% over the previous year in both fiscal years. Base salaries range between €16,842.85 and €25,299.35 annually in 14 installments depending on professional category. The actual CPI for 2025 was 2.8% and for 2026 was 2.9%, both below the 3% guaranteed, so no additional revision clause is activated.
Is the application of 2025 salary tables retroactive?
Yes. The 2025 tables are definitive and apply retroactively from January 1, 2025. Companies that have not applied the +3% during 2025 must calculate and pay the accumulated differences for each employee and remuneration concept (base salary, versatility allowance, seniority bonuses, and overtime).
What salary concepts are updated in addition to the base salary?
In addition to the base salary, the following concepts are updated with the +3%: the versatility allowance, the seniority bonuses, and the price of overtime hours. It is essential to review all these concepts in the regularization to avoid subsequent claims.
Is the salary revision clause activated by CPI in 2025 or 2026?
No. The collective agreement guarantees a minimum increase of 3%. The CPI for 2025 was 2.8% and for 2026 was 2.9%, both lower than the 3% agreed. Since the guaranteed threshold is not exceeded, no additional revision clause is activated in either of the two years.
Which companies does the VIII Collective Agreement for real estate management and brokerage apply to?
It applies to all real estate management and brokerage companies with state scope whose workers are classified under this collective agreement. It includes real estate agencies of any size. If you have doubts about whether your company is included in its scope of application, consult the full text of the collective agreement or a labor advisor.
Official source
Consult complete regulation in official source (BOE-A-2026-17058)
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-17058
