Private Listings Erode The Value We Provide Consumers — RISMedia

If you want to catch a big fish, avoid small ponds.

A buyer’s market is once again on the horizon in the U.S., with inventory in many markets achieving or surpassing pre-pandemic levels. In this context, it is imperative that sellers and listing agents thoroughly comprehend the real risks that come from keeping a listing exclusive or private. That’s why we’re adding our voice to this conversation now.

Realtor.com fully supports the principles and policy of Clear Cooperation because it is at the heart of the most consumer friendly marketplace on the planet. The genesis of this open marketplace was some 30 years ago when NAR and MLSs facilitated the digitization of listings nationwide, the adoption of common standards for information sharing, and…