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New data shows Compass dominating key markets and keeping more deals in-house

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Compass now holds 30 percent to 39.5 percent of unit sales across five major markets — a share at least four times larger than the next biggest brokerage. Continue reading →

Industry leaders weigh in on Zillow’s coming-soon push

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Early reactions to the portal’s Zillow Preview program highlight the ongoing debate over pre-marketing, private networks and listing transparency. Continue reading →

Watchdog: Beef up referral fee disclosure or prepare for lawsuits

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A report released on Tuesday by the Consumer Policy Center suggested lawsuits will follow if brokerages, real estate portals and regulators don’t step in and add transparency first. Continue reading →

Watchdog: Agents earn too little. Consumers pay too much

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In an Inman op-ed, Stephen Brobeck, senior fellow at the Consumer Policy Center, responds to Cara Ameer’s recent critique of the CPC’s report on post-settlement changes impacting homebuyers. Continue reading →

It’s ‘difficult’ for buyers ‘to negotiate lower commission rates,’ watchdog says

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The Consumer Policy Center says that buyer’s agents have learned to hedge against the newfound ability of buyers and sellers to negotiate rates. Continue reading →

Low-fee brokers can offer quality, full service for less: Watchdog

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“All low-commission brokers employ at least some competent, experienced agents,” but sellers should comparison shop, according to a new analysis by advocacy group Consumer Policy Center. Continue reading →

Private listings negatively impact both buyers and sellers: Watchdog

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Stephen Brobeck, senior fellow at the Consumer Policy Center, examines competing interests and competing policies to determine which will benefit consumers. Continue reading →

Zillow and Redfin listing ban FAQ: What you need to know now

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This week, Zillow Group and Redfin rocked the industry by banning listings that aren’t added to the multiple listing service (MLS) within 24 hours of being publicly marketed. The policies, which came two weeks after the National Association of Realtors… Continue reading →

Give us your hot take on the new Zillow, Redfin listing rules: Pulse

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As we navigate the whirlwind of opinions around seller choice, private listings and portal response, we want to hear from you. Continue reading →

Watchdog calls on DOJ to investigate private listing networks

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Consumer Policy Center fellows Stephen Brobeck and Wendy Gilch praised Zillow’s private listing ban while calling on the Department of Justice to limit the spread of private listing networks. Continue reading →