Reposted from nar.realtor

The association says it will continue to advocate for pro-consumer, pro-competition MLS rules.

The National Association of REALTORS® and two codefendants were found liable Tuesday in the federal Sitzer/Burnett trial, which challenged MLS rules and the real estate compensation model. The eight-person jury also found liable HomeServices of America and Keller Williams Realty, which were named in the lawsuit.

During the 11-day trial, NAR presented the facts and law about pro-consumer, pro-competition MLS rules, which class-action attorneys called into question. The case covers the Missouri markets of Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield and Columbia.

“NAR rules prioritize consumers, support market-driven pricing and promote business competition,” the association said in a statement. “This matter is not close to being final, as we will appeal the jury’s verdict.”

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Here is the video regarding the NAR lawsuit with our OR attorneys: https://vimeo.com/880296800?share=copy