Compass Exclusive Exposed: How Private Listings Cost Sellers $100K | Ep. 034

In this episode, I’m diving into the viral story of a Compass Exclusive that nearly cost a home seller $100,000—and what it means for DIY homebuyers and sellers.Ever wondered if private listings are a smart move or a hidden trap? I break down the Caitlin Bigelow case, where a Compass agent pushed a private exclusive listing, only for the open market to prove it was worth way more. I’ll explain how these secretive listings hurt sellers and limit buyers, plus why the open market almost always wins.What’s your take on private listings—smart strategy or shady deal? Have you dealt with a Compass agent pushing this pitch? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!Join Our FREE DIY Homebuyer Community!Ready to buy or sell a home without a costly agent? Join our FREE Skool community: https://skool.com/diyhomebuyerIn our community, you’ll get:• Access to our FREE DIY Home Buying Essentials course• Our complete library of home buying resources• Direct connection with other DIY homebuyers• Regular Q&As and live sessions with me Additional Resources:Download "5 Strategies to Save You $5k+ On Your Next Home": https://diyhomebuyeracademy.kit.com/2694bd687c Timestamps0:00 Introduction and the viral Compass story0:18 What are private exclusive listings?1:04 Why this matters to DIY homebuyers2:16 The Bigelow story: From private listing to $100K gain3:40 Compass’s 3-phase marketing pitch explained5:34 How private listings failed the Bigelows6:52 Open market vs. private: The $100K proof8:09 Why buyers lose with private listings too9:49 Compass’s big win (and everyone else’s loss)11:11 The growing private listing trend13:26 Debunking Compass’s “3% more” claim15:14 A Compass agent’s flawed buyer argument17:40 The real cost of Compass fees20:24 Why DIY buyers get shut out21:36 Lessons from the Bigelow cautionary tale23:10 Wrap-up and call to action Connect With DIY Homebuyer AcademyJoin our growing community:Website: https://diyhomebuyeracademy.comNewsletter: https://diyhomebuyeracademy.kit.com/ Social Media:TikTok: @diyhomebuyerInstagram: @diy_homebuyerFacebook: @diy_homebuyerX: @diyhomebuyerYouTube: @diyhomebuyer Legal DisclaimerThis content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Always consult with qualified professionals before making any real estate decisions.#DIYHomebuying #PrivateListings #CompassExclusive #RealEstateMistakes #HomeSellingTips #NoAgentNeeded #OpenMarket #RealEstateScams #HomebuyerHacks #SaveMoneyBuying