The off-MLS debate moves to Washington, and agents need a clear script
A House panel reviews private listing networks, while Compass cites 4.6% gains and other studies show off MLS homes sell for less.
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Who decides where listings show up, Zillow, Compass or the MLS?
Zillow, MRED and Compass argue over one-day IDX display timing and portal access as a federal judge considers an injunction.
House subcommittee probes Compass MRED private listing network deal
House subcommittee asks Compass and MRED for briefings by Aug. 5 on PLNs, citing transparency and competition concerns.
Zillow says conspiracy, MRED and Compass say Zillow did this to itself
Zillow alleged a group boycott by MRED and Compass, while defendants argued Zillow’s harm is self-inflicted and nonmonopolistic.
Zillow, MRED, Compass await ruling in Chicagoland MLS fight
The court is reviewing Zillow’s request to block MRED from suspending listing feeds as post-hearing briefs are filed.
Reffkin takes the stand, MRED CEO says Zillow threatened litigation over listing policy dispute
Compass and MRED leaders testified Zillow threatened litigation over listing access standards, briefs due July 9 and July 13.
CoStar amicus brief denied in Zillow MRED Compass case
Illinois federal judge denies CoStar bid to file an amicus brief in Zillow’s case against MRED and Compass, with a July hearing ahead.
MLSs compete on rules and partnerships as listing control shifts
MLSs are using partnerships and tech to compete as listing control shifts, while CMLS warns against fragmentation that limits transparency.
Tennessee brokers brace for Zillow listing cutoff amid Realtracs dispute
Tennessee MLS Realtracs plans to cut Zillow feed June 1 over IDX display compliance, as brokers work on direct listing feeds.
Zillow, MRED face July 1 hearing after restraining order on feeds
Court sets expedited discovery and a July 1-2 hearing on Zillow’s bid to block MRED from suspending listing feeds after a temporary order.