Posts published in “Market Transparency”

Zillow to prohibit listings that are privately marketed starting in May

By The Citizen on April 10, 2025

The new policy, which eXp Realty became the first brokerage to commit to, takes effect in May and comes after a decision by NAR to…

PLNs, dual agency and buyer choice: Back to the future?

By The Citizen on April 7, 2025

Current practice changes are pushing us toward a less transparent market, compliance expert Summer Goralik writes. That’s bad business for both clients and real estate…

MLSs scramble to assess and implement new NAR MLS policy

By The Citizen on March 31, 2025

While some MLS executives praised the “flexibility” offered by the delayed marketing category that will accompany NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy, its potential repercussions are still…

Bess Freedman on why Compass’ listing portal is raising red flags

By The Citizen on February 5, 2025

Launched Monday, Compass One’s aim is to funnel business through private exclusive channels, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes — yet it threatens a…