The Fight for Fair

Splits and Caps Daily: Action for Agents

April 1, 2025

📈 Market Move:

Control Clash

Things just got spicy in Washington real estate. Compass CEO Robert Reffkin took aim at NWMLS, calling their rules "restrictive" and saying they kill seller choice. NWMLS clapped back, saying private listing networks (PLNs) aren't about seller freedom—they're about brokerages hoarding inventory and playing gatekeeper.

The drama escalated when Compass launched a website hinting at legal action, asking Washington homeowners if NWMLS policies "damaged" them. NWMLS CEO Justin Haag isn’t having it—he says restricting access to listings isn’t just bad business, it’s straight-up discrimination.

Why does this matter? If private listings gain traction, it could shift power away from MLSs and toward big brokerages. That might mean fewer options for buyers and less transparency in the market. Expect more legal fireworks ahead.

— Stay tuned, this one's far from over.

🌟Quote of the Day:

"Money grows on the tree of persistence." — Japanese Proverb

⚡ Quick Win:

Outwork the Algorithm – Facebook/IG/LinkedIn reward comments. Reply to every single one on your posts, even if it’s just “🔥🔥🔥” or “Appreciate you!”

🎉 Fun Fact of the Day: 

Wealth Stealth: There’s a house in Malibu with no official address. Why? The billionaire owner doesn’t want to be found. Wealth level: Stealth mode.

📚 Book Recommendation:

"Lead the Field" by Earl Nightingale —Alright, listen up—this book is basically the OG playbook for winning at life and business. Earl Nightingale was dropping billion-dollar mindset hacks before self-help was even a thing.

Lead the Field is like getting a masterclass in success, wrapped in short, punchy lessons that slap harder than your morning espresso. The guy breaks down why most people sleepwalk through life and how a few simple shifts—like controlling your thoughts, setting clear goals, and taking relentless action—can put you in the top 5% of earners.

Best part? It’s all timeless. No fluff, no gimmicks—just straight wisdom that works in any market, including real estate. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or like you’re grinding with no results, this book will slap some sense into you.

TL;DR: Want to make more money, get more clients, and stop feeling like you’re on a hamster wheel? Read this. Then re-read it.

Every step forward is a step ahead—keep moving.

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