A Smarter, More Strategic Way to Sell Your Home — Without Going Public First

Angela Holt Realtor
Dec 15, 2025
2 min read

Updated: Dec 16, 2025

One question I hear often is: “Do I have to put my home on the market right away? ”The short answer is — no."

With Compass Private Exclusives, I’m able to help sellers introduce their homes quietly and strategically before they ever appear on public listing sites.

With over 20 years in real estate, I’ve learned that timing, privacy, and positioning matter just as much as pricing. Not every seller benefits from going fully public on day one, and Private Exclusives gives my clients more control over how and when their home is introduced to the market.

What Are Compass Private Exclusives?

Compass Private Exclusives allow me to share your home exclusively within the Compass agent network before listing it publicly on sites like Zillow or Realtor.com.

This approach offers several advantages:

Early exposure to serious, qualified buyers
Valuable feedback on pricing and presentation
No public days-on-market pressure
Greater privacy and control

It’s a smart way to test the market, fine-tune your strategy, and build interest before a full public launch.

How I Use This Strategy for My Sellers

I use Private Exclusives as part of Compass’s three-phase marketing strategy, which allows us to ease into the market rather than rush. This thoughtful rollout often creates momentum early — and in some cases, leads to strong interest before a home ever goes live publicly.

My role is to guide you through each step, explain the strategy behind the decisions we make, and ensure you feel informed and confident throughout the process. Selling a home is a big moment, and my goal is to make it as clear and stress-free as possible.