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Freedman: Free market scores an early victory over PLNs

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Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman looks at Zillow’s early win in its fight with Compass and its implications for the future of PLNs. Continue reading →

Freedman: Free market scores an early victory over PLNs

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Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman looks at Zillow’s early win in its fight with Compass and its implications for the future of PLNs. Continue reading →

Private listing networks are the newest pet rock: Bess Freedman

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Not all trends are worth following, the Brown Harris Stevens CEO writes. The pet rock had its moment, but private listing networks create a conflict between fiduciary duty and financial gain. Continue reading →

Working with the Michael Jordan of real estate: Bess Freedman

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As Hall Willkie steps into a consultant role at Brown Harris Stevens, CEO Bess Freedman reflects on the impact of her mentor. Continue reading →

NAR’s CCP compromise is a win-win for consumers: Freedman

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Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes that a consumer-forward model that favors transparency is a win for the fair market. Continue reading →

Clear Cooperation favors free markets: Bess Freedman

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Dismantling CCP entirely will negatively impact the industry, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes. The industry needs to “step up and do what’s right for buyers, sellers and agents alike.” Continue reading →

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

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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 healthy real estate market. Continue reading →