The battle over private listings is reshaping real estate across America. Connecticut and Washington have passed new laws restricting off-market and brokerage-exclusive listing strategies, setting up a showdown between companies like Compass, Zillow, MLS organizations, and state lawmakers.

In this episode of Real Estate Matters, Geoffrey Tiffany explores why these laws are being passed, who benefits, who loses, and what it all means for homeowners. Is this about transparency and fair housing, or is it a fight over who controls access to real estate inventory?

Topics include:
• Private listings and pocket listings
• Compass vs. Zillow
• Fair housing concerns
• Seller choice versus public exposure
• What these changes could mean for Oregon homeowners

Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply watching the housing market, this episode breaks down one of the most important industry debates of 2026.