HousingWire Daily Brooklee Han on the Compass lawsuit against Zillow over private listings
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Jun 25, 2025 Brooklee Han, a Senior Real Estate Reporter at HousingWire, dives into the intriguing lawsuit between Compass and Zillow, spotlighting the controversy over private listings. She explains the potential antitrust implications of Zillow's policies and how they may affect sellers' marketing strategies. The discussion also navigates the complexities of real estate policies and the National Association of Realtors' guidelines, shedding light on the challenges agents face in a fragmented market. Han shares insights into the competitive dynamics between Compass and Zillow, making for a captivating conversation.
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Zillow's MLS Policy Disrupts Marketing
- Compass sued Zillow because Zillow's policy mandates listings must enter MLS within 24 hours of public marketing.
- This policy disrupts Compass's three-phase marketing, restricting private and coming soon stages.
Clear Cooperation Policy Complexity
- Clear cooperation requires listings be in MLS within 24 hours of public marketing to prevent harmful pocket listings.
- This well-intentioned rule faces complications like the carve-out for office exclusives and local MLS discretion.
Allegations of Conspiracy in Lawsuit
- The lawsuit alleges Zillow, Redfin, and EXP conspired to implement similar listing policies.
- Evidence includes coordinated timing and executive calls suggesting collusion before policies were announced.