Have You Considered a Pocket Listing?

Dated: May 14 2025

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Thinking of Selling, But Not Quite Ready? Consider a Pocket Listing with CIR Realty

If you’ve been toying with the idea of selling your home but aren’t quite ready to go all-in, a pocket listing—also known as an exclusive listing—might be the perfect solution.

At CIR Realty, with over 900 agents across Alberta, our internal network is a powerful tool. A pocket listing means your home isn’t publicly posted on the MLS but is instead marketed exclusively within our brokerage. That’s a lot of eyes on your home—without ever going fully public.

This option is ideal if:

  • You’re undecided about selling and want to quietly test the waters.
  • You want market feedback before committing to a full MLS listing.
  • You’re still preparing your home and don’t want the pressure of going live just yet.
  • You simply prefer a more private selling experience.

How It Works

Even though your home won’t be on the public market, there’s still a formal agreement in place between you, your CIR agent (me!), and the brokerage. We’ll gather some basic details about your property, including price, features, and preferred timing.

From there, I’ll share your listing:

  • Internally with CIR’s network of 900+ agents
  • Through targeted messages to agents I know who have buyers looking for a home like yours
  • This approach gives you a chance to test your pricing, gain early exposure, and even receive serious inquiries—all while staying in full control of your timeline and asking price.

Simple, Strategic, and Seller-Friendly

One of the biggest advantages of a pocket listing is how simple the process is. There are no open houses, no staging deadlines, and no pressure. Just a smart way to see if the market is ready for your home—and if you are ready to take the next step.

Curious whether a pocket listing is right for you? Let’s have a no-pressure conversation. I’ll walk you through your options and help you decide what’s best for your situation.

Reach out anytime— and let's Discover your next move!

Shelley Munnings, CIR REALTY 

403-827-4432 smunnings@cirrealty.ca

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