There is a growing trend by some real estate brokerages to guide sellers toward listing their homes on private networks rather than on the Multiple| Zillow
Home sellers in communities of color lose $6,000 more on average when selling off the MLS| Zillow
Errol Samuelson believes “consumers and agents are being misled” about private listings, and for big brokerages, any competitive advantage would be short-lived.| RealEstateNews.com
The firm said homes initially listed privately sold faster and for a higher price, supporting its position that sellers should decide if or when to use the MLS.| RealEstateNews.com
The Leadership Team will now take up the issue, with "no specific date" for resolution. Meanwhile, CMLS calls a hasty repeal of CCP "reckless and unnecessary."| RealEstateNews.com
More Clear Cooperation and private listings| RealEstateNews.com
The new analysis was done by Zillow, whose CEO said private listings “come at the expense of the seller” and are an attempt by some brokerages to “double dip.”| RealEstateNews.com