From The Real Deal · Jake Indursky · · 1m
Compass MLS Lawsuits Strategy
Compass sues MLSs to stop fines for public listings, claiming anticompetitive rules.
In brief
Compass sues MLSs to stop fines for public listings, claiming anticompetitive rules. Compass is suing MLSs to end fines for agents marketing listings outside MLS systems, arguing these rules limit consumer choice. Originally reported by The Real Deal.
Compass demands rule changes
Compass is turning its demands for rule changes from multiple listing services into lawsuits.
Compass threatens MLS fines
Compass demanded MLSs stop fining agents for publicly marketing listings not uploaded to their systems.
Compass sues Zillow
Compass sued Zillow over a policy penalizing agents for marketing listings not uploading immediately.
Compass wins MRED case
A judge denied MRED's motion to sever data feed after Compass sued over antitrust claims.
Compass settles with NWMLS
Compass reached a settlement with NWMLS after suing over anticompetitive rule changes.
Compass claims legal victory
Compass painted the NWMLS settlement as a win for its legal strategy against MLSs.
Compass argues for antitrust
Compass CEO says MLS rules are controlled by competitors and limit market competition.
What to remember
Compass is suing MLSs to end fines for agents marketing listings outside MLS systems, arguing these rules limit consumer choice.
