{"id":310693,"date":"2025-02-06T01:53:10","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T06:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/?p=310693"},"modified":"2025-02-06T05:14:08","modified_gmt":"2025-02-06T10:14:08","slug":"pocket-listing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.houzeo.com\/blog\/pocket-listing\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Pocket Listings: Pros, Cons, and Use Cases"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u270f\ufe0f<\/strong> Editor’s Note: <\/strong>Realtor Associations, agents, and MLS’ have started implementing changes related to the NAR’s $418 million settlement. While home-sellers will likely save thousands in commission, compliance and litigation risks have significantly increased for sellers throughout the nation. Learn how NAR’s settlement affects home sellers<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A pocket listing is an off-market listing not available to all buyers. Real estate agents<\/a> do not advertise these houses on public channels or the MLS. Instead, they rely on private networks and \u2018word-of-mouth\u2019 to find buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pocket listings are slowly gaining popularity. In fact, 2 out of 5<\/a> real estate agents claim pocket listings have become more common. But does that mean it’s the right way to sell a house? Not only do you get less exposure, but you also have to pay agent commissions<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead, you can opt for a Flat-Fee MLS like Houzeo and save thousands of dollars in Realtor fees. You can also showcase your home to a big buyer pool, secure a favorable price, and sell fast. <\/p>\n\n\n\t

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