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A complete guide to the $20 million Keller Williams Batton homebuyer settlement — who qualifies, what to do now, and how to prepare to file a claim when the court approves the settlement.
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| Settlement Amount | $20 million |
| Defendant | Keller Williams Realty |
| Case | Batton 1 (N.D. Ill.) |
| Announced | February 2, 2026 |
| Status | Pending Approval |
| Est. Claim Deadline | ~August 2026 |
| Covers | Home Buyers |
Keller Williams Realty, Inc. (KWRI)
The Texas-based franchisor, its franchisees, agents, and teams — released from antitrust claims by all persons who purchased residential real estate listed on an MLS during the relevant time period
Note: You do NOT need to have used a Keller Williams agent. Any homebuyer who purchased an MLS-listed home during the relevant period may qualify.
Batton 1 lawsuit filed — homebuyers allege inflated commissions from NAR MLS rules
Lawsuit amended with Mya Batton as lead plaintiff
Sitzer/Burnett jury verdict: $1.78 billion — validates homebuyer claims
Keller Williams announces $20 million settlement — first Batton 1 defendant to settle
RE/MAX agrees to $8.5 million settlement — second Batton 1 defendant to settle
Judge Hunt rules Compass, eXp, Redfin, Weichert, United Real Estate must face Batton 2 lawsuit
Preliminary approval hearing expected
Claim filing period expected to open
Estimated claim filing deadline (subject to court approval)
Register for Updates
Sign up at the official settlement website to receive email notifications when the claim period opens. This is the most important step you can take right now.
Register at Official SiteGather Your Purchase Records
Locate your closing disclosure or HUD-1 settlement statement from your home purchase. This document shows the purchase price, commission paid, and MLS listing information. You'll need it when filing your claim.
Confirm the Home Was MLS-Listed
Check your purchase documents or contact your real estate agent to confirm the home was listed on an MLS. Most homes sold through agents are MLS-listed, but FSBO properties may not qualify.
Note Your Purchase Date and Location
The eligible date range varies by state. For most states, purchases from January 2012 onward qualify. Puerto Rico starts as early as 2006; Texas starts in 2019. Confirm your state's specific date range in the official Long Form Notice once available.
Check Back for Updates
We will update this page as soon as the court grants preliminary approval and a claim deadline is set. Bookmark this page or check the official settlement website regularly.
JND Legal Administration (Official Settlement Administrator)
Visit Official Settlement WebsiteClaim deadline passed May 9, 2025. Appeal pending in Eighth Circuit.
View GuidePreliminary approval granted March 4, 2026. Est. deadline September 15, 2026.
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