It was late at night, and I was catching up on client emails—again—after a full day of showings, managing paperwork, and trying to coach new agents on my team. I was doing it all... and watching more of my commission go to a brokerage that offered little in return.
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Why Agents Are Leaving Compass—And What It Says About the Ethics of Off-Market Listings
In the current real estate landscape, agents are re-evaluating the brokerages they align with—and for good reason. One of the biggest shifts we’re seeing in 2025? A lot of Compass Agents reaching out to our group of agents looking to transition out. Not just for cultural or financial reasons, but due to growing concerns about ethics, transparency, and consumer-first practices—especially surrounding the promotion of “Private Exclusives.”