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eXp World Holdings and Weichert Realtors agreed to a combined $42.5 million to resolve homebuyer antitrust claims in the Hooper case — a separate lawsuit from Batton and Tuccori. Here's everything you need to know about eligibility, the claim process, and next steps.
On April 1, 2026, eXp World Holdings and Weichert Realtors filed settlement agreements in Hooper v. eXp World Holdings et al., a class action lawsuit pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina. eXp agreed to pay approximately $34 million and Weichert agreed to pay approximately $8.5 million — a combined $42.5 million — to resolve antitrust claims brought by homebuyers.
The Hooper lawsuit alleges that eXp, Weichert, and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) conspired to inflate buyer-agent commissions through NAR's MLS rules, causing homebuyers to pay artificially elevated prices when purchasing homes. The theory is that sellers inflate listing prices to cover the buyer's agent commission (typically 2.5–3%), meaning buyers effectively pay this cost through the purchase price even though they never directly negotiate or agree to it.
The Hooper case is separate from the Batton and Tuccori cases, which have received more media attention. It was filed in South Carolina and is being litigated by the firm Knie & Shealy. Notably, eXp and Weichert are also defendants in the Batton 2 case (Northern District of Illinois), where a federal judge denied their motions to dismiss on March 25, 2026 — meaning they must face trial there as well.
Both Hooper settlements are pending court preliminary approval. Once approved, a claim filing period will open for eligible homebuyers.
Gather your home purchase records
Find your closing disclosure (HUD-1 or CD form), purchase contract, and any MLS listing printouts. These will document your purchase price, date, and the brokerage involved.
Note the purchase date and price
The claim form will likely ask for your purchase date and price. The purchase price matters because it determines the size of your potential claim — higher-priced homes typically receive larger payouts.
Identify the brokerage involved
Note whether an eXp or Weichert agent was involved in your transaction. While you may qualify regardless of brokerage, having this information ready will help with the claim form.
Monitor the official settlement website
Once the court grants preliminary approval, an official settlement website will be established. We will link to it from this page as soon as it is available.
File your claim before the deadline
Once the claim period opens, file promptly. Deadlines are typically 60-90 days after notice is distributed. Late claims are generally not accepted.
Hooper v. eXp World Holdings et al. filed in the District of South Carolina
Case proceeds through discovery; eXp and Weichert file motions
In a related case (Batton 2), Judge Hunt denies MTD for eXp, Weichert, Compass, Redfin, and United Real Estate
eXp World Holdings and Weichert agree to combined $42.5M settlement in Hooper — filed with court
Preliminary approval hearing expected
Claim filing period expected to open after court approval
Estimated claim filing deadline (subject to court approval)
eXp World Holdings, Inc.
~$34 millionThe cloud-based brokerage and its affiliated agents and subsidiaries — released from antitrust claims by homebuyers who purchased homes listed on an MLS during the relevant time period
Weichert Realtors
~$8.5 millionThe New Jersey-based national brokerage and its affiliated agents and franchisees — released from antitrust claims by homebuyers who purchased homes listed on an MLS during the relevant time period
Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Settlement details are based on publicly available information as of April 1, 2026. Eligibility criteria and deadlines are subject to change pending court approval. Consult an attorney for legal advice about your specific situation.