Read, Watch or Listen

Zillow is banning listings not shared on local databases within one business day of public marketing, escalating a dispute with brokerages like Compass over "exclusive inventory." This fight impacts homebuyers and sellers, potentially limiting listings' visibility on major portals. While Zillow aims for a transparent market, Compass argues that pre-marketing benefits sellers. Consumers should understand agents' marketing strategies and the terms of their service agreements, as the rules are changing regarding listing visibility and agent fees.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.