Are consumers getting the full picture when buying or selling a home?
In this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Consumer Policy Center fellows Stephen Brobeck and Wendy Gilch for 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 many of today’s industry debates.
The discussion centers around three major Consumer Policy Center reports, including why commission rates have remained relatively stable after the NAR settlement, whether referral fee businesses create hidden costs for consumers, and how large brokerages are increasing their share of double-ended transactions in major markets across the country.
You’ll learn:
- Why commission rates may not have changed as much as expected
- The consumer disclosure concerns surrounding referral fees
- How private listings impact buyers and sellers
- Why some states are considering new disclosure laws
- How market concentration could reshape real estate
This episode isn’t about taking sides. It’s about understanding the arguments, data, and policy discussions that are shaping the future of real estate. Whether you’re an agent, broker, homeowner, or industry observer, this is a conversation worth hearing.
Links to the reports mentioned in the episode:
- Real Estate Referral Fees Harm Consumers
- Why Decoupling Commissions Failed To Lower Housing Costs
- Compass Threatens to Dominate Residential Real Estate Market
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