Indie broker-owner on coming-soon listings and real estate portals: It’s all about control

In its drive to create more control over listings, the industry is providing less transparency, less independent advice and more centralized influence over the final outcome, Red Oak Realty owner and CEO Vanessa Bergmark writes. Continue reading

When it comes to private listings, choice isn’t the same as freedom

Transparency and fairness are essential in the face of increasing industry consolidation and the growth of private listing networks, indie CEO Dezireh Eyn writes. Continue reading

Dueling with dual agency in the age of private listing networks

Is dual agency fair to buyers, sellers and agents? In the age of private listing networks, Spencer Krull writes, it’s worth examining who the practice benefits. Continue reading