I am a reporter for a nationally syndicated real estate section published weekly in newspapers across the country. I’m looking to interview real estate agents, brokers, attorneys, and other housing experts on the following topic:

THE PROS AND CONS OF POCKET LISTINGS: Pocket listings, in which homeowners offer their homes for sale but don’t make this information public by putting it on the local multiple listing service, seem to be on the rise. This story will explore the benefits and disadvantages of pocket listings, why they’re popular with many sellers, and which types of sellers are best suited for pocket listings. Below is a list of questions I’m seeking answers to for this story. Please e-mail me back your interest, availability and phone number. My deadline is noon central time, Friday, April 11.



1. What is a pocket listing, and how long have they been around?

2. How popular are pocket listings today (do you have any numbers that indicate what percentage of home sellers/buyers utilize them)?

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of selling your home via a pocket listing?

4. How do potential buyers learn of pocket listings? What tips can you provide buyer readers of this story as to where to go to find pocket listings?

5. What is involved with creating a pocket listing—does it take a special kind of experienced agent/broker?

6. What type of sellers make the best candidates for pocket listings and why?

7. Any other thoughts, tips, suggestions on this topic that I failed to ask about?

8. What is your full name, title, company, and location where you are based?