Spelling Mansion

July 29, 2014

Pocket Listings: Secret Real Estate Listings Are no Longer Limited to the Rich and Famous

Okay, we know homes are more often than not sold through real estate agents, but did you know that more than a few are sold under the radar? That somehow, there are always a handful of residences "secretly" up for sale, and try as he/she may, your broker will never come across them on an MLS—a place where just about everybody on earth can search for a specific building or neighborhood any day of the week. Here’s the lowdown: These homes are known as "pocket listings" and though there is a signed and perfectly legal agreement between the agent and seller, the listing is never entered into an MLS for the world to see. There’s no big open house shindig; no advertising—and obviously no press splash. So, why would a seller risk more unsold days on the market instead of opting for an open listing, you ask?
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