It is what it is. My "unbiased" (ahem) viewpoint is, if a homeowner wants to sell their home without a brokerage, they're limiting the reach their sale would get, and they would end up losing money on the sale. People who want to "save the commission fees", end up getting a lower price for their home. Using an agent always nets you a higher sale price, and even with the commission fees, makes you more money.