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03/24/2026

Here's something interesting: Zillow spent about a year fighting tooth and nail against "coming soon" listings — calling them anti-consumer, anti-transparency, harmful to buyers.

Then last Monday, they announced "Zillow Preview."

Which is… a coming soon listing feature.

So, is Zillow being hypocritical? eh, more like the market spoke, and Zillow listened. That's actually how competition is supposed to work. Here's what Zillow Preview actually is:

🔹 Pre-market listings from select brokerages (Keller Williams, RE/MAX)
🔹 Available EXCLUSIVELY on Zillow before going to the MLS
🔹 Listing agents get direct buyer leads (bypassing Zillow's usual referral model)

Meanwhile, over on the Redfin/Compass side:
🔹 "Coming soon" listings get priority placement at the top of Redfin search results
🔹 No days on market shown, no price history, no Zestimate
🔹 Buyer leads go directly to Compass listing agents — no referral fee to Redfin

Both portals are now competing for exclusive pre-market inventory. That is a genuinely big shift from where we were 12 months ago. I'll be interested to see how this impacts the small independent brokerages.

03/23/2026

Real estate just had its most dramatic week in years — and if you're buying or selling a home, you should probably know about it.

Here's the short version: Compass (now the largest brokerage in the country) has been running a "coming soon" listing strategy for years — where homes get marketed privately BEFORE they hit the open market on sites like Zillow. Zillow, not being fond of this, called it 'anti-consumer', and basically said: "Show your listings on our site within 24 hours or you're banned."

Compass sued. Redfin initially sided with Zillow.

Then....something changed.

Redfin (now owned by Rocket Mortgage) flipped sides and signed a 3-year deal WITH Compass to display those exclusive "coming soon" listings — giving Compass access to Redfin's 60 million users. Compass listings even get PRIORITY placement at the top of search results. Hmmmmm.....interesting.

Then Zillow shifted. They quietly changed their rules to allow it — and launched their own pre-market feature called "Zillow Preview" with Keller Williams and RE/MAX.

And Compass? They dropped the lawsuit. This week.

So what does this mean for YOU as a buyer or seller? Well, it could mean quite a bit and I'll be breaking down over the next few days and taking a look at how it may impact you because this is HUGE news in the real estate industry.

Stay tuned, there's a ton of change coming.

So grateful for time with family, full hearts, and a season that reminds us what matters most. 🎄❤️ Merry Christmas from ...
12/25/2025

So grateful for time with family, full hearts, and a season that reminds us what matters most. 🎄❤️ Merry Christmas from our families to yours.

12/20/2025

Grateful for the little wins this holiday season ✨
Flying out of Colorado Springs instead of Denver = no TSA chaos, easy parking, and way less stress. Sometimes it’s the simple things that make all the difference when you’re heading out to see family. ✈️🎄

Anyone else thankful for our hometown airport? 💙

Another year older… but somehow still the life of the party. 🎄🍹We celebrated Mark’s birthday in true Colorado Springs fa...
12/14/2025

Another year older… but somehow still the life of the party. 🎄🍹

We celebrated Mark’s birthday in true Colorado Springs fashion at the Trailer Park Christmas Bar inside —tinsel, themed cocktails, lots of laughs, and just the right amount of festive chaos. Downtown nights like this are a reminder of why we love this city so much: great spots, great people, and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

12/10/2025

The Colorado Springs housing market wrapped up November with some interesting shifts 👀

Here’s a quick look at the average sales prices for single family/patio homes across our area:

📍 Colorado Springs: $553,598 (down 1.7% YoY)
📍 Falcon/Peyton: $568,340 (up 6.2% YoY)
📍 Fountain: $422,732 (up 1.3% YoY)
📍 Monument/Palmer Lake: $752,110 (down 11% YoY)

Every pocket of the Pikes Peak region is moving a little differently right now, and understanding these micro-markets is a huge advantage—especially if you’re moving to Colorado Springs or planning a sale in 2025.

If you ever want help breaking down what this means for your neighborhood or your next move, our team is always here to chat. 🏡

12/10/2025

The kind of view that makes you forget you’re supposed to be shopping.

🔥 🎉 Happy 50th Birthday, Mark! 🎉🔥Hard to believe the guy who gets excited about PPMLS stats is officially half a century...
12/08/2025

🔥 🎉 Happy 50th Birthday, Mark! 🎉🔥

Hard to believe the guy who gets excited about PPMLS stats is officially half a century old! 👴🏼

Show him some birthday love… or roast him. He can take it! 😉

This tradition warms our hearts every Christmas. ❤️✨ We’re so grateful for the blessings in our own lives and for the ch...
12/08/2025

This tradition warms our hearts every Christmas. ❤️✨ We’re so grateful for the blessings in our own lives and for the chance to pass a little of that love on to a local family. Giving truly reminds us what the season is all about.

Snow days are magical… until someone slips on an unshoveled sidewalk. 😅Just a quick reminder that here in Colorado Sprin...
12/05/2025

Snow days are magical… until someone slips on an unshoveled sidewalk. 😅

Just a quick reminder that here in Colorado Springs, we’re responsible for clearing sidewalks within 24 hours after the snow stops.

It keeps our neighbors safe, our pups happy, and our city walkable through the winter.

If you’re looking for a cozy spot to warm up this December, we’ve got you. ☕️🔥Here are five of our favorite local coffee...
12/02/2025

If you’re looking for a cozy spot to warm up this December, we’ve got you. ☕️🔥

Here are five of our favorite local coffee shops where you can thaw out, recharge, and soak in those Colorado Springs winter vibes:

✨ Wayfinder Coffee Co. – Rustic, warm, and mountain-inspired. It feels like stepping into a cozy cabin where the espresso is bold and the conversations flow just as easily.

☕️ Loyal Coffee – Bright, modern, and community-driven. Their drinks are consistently top-notch, and it’s one of the best spots in town to settle in with a laptop or enjoy a slow morning with friends.

⚡️ Dynamo Coffee Roasting – Full of personality. A great stop for quick caffeine, friendly faces, and that little spark of energy you need to power through the day.

🌱 Switchback Coffee Roasters – Clean, airy, and Colorado-cool. Their roasts are exceptional, and their food menu is surprisingly amazing. It’s the kind of place you walk into and instantly feel lighter.

📚 Third Space Coffee – A true neighborhood favorite. Think couches, books, local art, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. Perfect for creative days or catching up with someone you haven’t seen in forever.

Whether you need a caffeine boost, a quiet nook to work, or just an excuse to get out of the house, these spots never disappoint.

Where should we go next? 👇

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