What happens when consumer advocates, real estate researchers, and industry leaders discuss commissions, referral fees, private listings, and market concentration? A conversation that challenges your assumptions.
In this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, Consumer Policy Center fellows Stephen Brobeck and Wendy Gilch take a deep dive into some of the most controversial issues facing real estate today. From buyer agent commissions and referral fees to private listings and brokerage consolidation, this conversation explores the data, research, and consumer concerns driving much of today’s industry discussion.
The discussion centers around three major reports from the Consumer Policy Center, including why commission rates have remained relatively stable even after the NAR settlement, whether the referral fee business creates hidden costs for consumers, and how major brokerages are increasing their share of two-way trading in major markets across the country.
They analyze why commission rates haven’t changed as much as many expected after the NAR settlement, why referral fee models are under scrutiny, and why private listings and two-way transactions can have unintended consequences for consumers.
Whether you agree with their conclusions or not, this is one of the most important conversations happening in real estate today.
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Learn:
Why commission rates haven’t changed as much as expected Consumer disclosure concerns around referral fees How private listings affect buyers and sellers Why some states are considering new disclosure laws How market concentration will reshape real estate
This episode isn’t about taking sides. It’s about understanding the debates, data and policy debates that will shape the future of real estate. Whether you’re an agent, broker, homeowner, or industry observer, this is a conversation worth hearing.
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James Dwiggins is president of NextHome, Inc. and co-host of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered.
Keith Robinson is President of Strategy at NextHome, Inc. and co-host of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered.
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