In other markets landlords and developers pay the broker fee, but maybe that opens the door for Redfin-like model, which touts discount brokers. I'd argue that

In other markets landlords and developers pay the broker fee, but maybe that opens the door for Redfin-like model, which touts discount brokers. I'd argue that discount rental brokers, who mainly show apartments and screen tenants, are easier to commoditize than sales brokers, who play a significant role in a very expensive transaction.