What is the current status of Multi-Firm Settlements?

The Multi-Firm Settlements case is currently Settled with a settlement amount of $42 million+ (combined).

Who filed Multi-Firm Settlements?

Multi-Firm Settlements was filed by Cohen Milstein, Hagens Berman, Susman Godfrey in Western District of Missouri.

How much is the settlement in Multi-Firm Settlements?

The settlement amount in Multi-Firm Settlements is $42 million+ (combined).

Am I eligible for compensation from Multi-Firm Settlements?

Eligibility for compensation depends on whether you bought or sold a home during the class period and in the affected jurisdiction. Check the case details for specific eligibility requirements or consult with the settlement administrator.

Important: There is no standard, fixed, or required commission rate in real estate. All commission rates are fully negotiable — by law and in practice. Any commission figures referenced on this site are for illustrative purposes only and should not be interpreted as typical, customary, or recommended rates.

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Multi-Firm Settlements

Residential Broker Commission Antitrust Settlements (Multi-Firm)

Settled$42 million+ (combined)NAR Commission Antitrust

Quick Facts

Filed

2025

Jurisdiction

Western District of Missouri

Plaintiff Firm

Cohen Milstein, Hagens Berman, Susman Godfrey

Next Milestone

Claim deadline: September 30, 2026

Key Issue

Settlements from William Raveis, Howard Hanna, EXIT, Windermere, and others regarding commission structures

Industry Impact

Multiple regional brokerages settling adds to the wave of commission-related legal resolutions

Settlement Information

Claims Open

This case has been settled. You may be eligible to file a claim.

Settlement Amount

$42 million+ (combined)

Settlement Date

February 6, 2026

Claim Deadline

September 30, 2026

Estimated Payout

$150-$800 per transaction (varies by brokerage and settlement amount)

Eligibility Criteria

Transaction Period

Home sellers who sold property between 2015 and 2026 through participating brokerages

Geographic Scope

Nationwide (varies by brokerage)

Covered Brokerages

William Raveis, Howard Hanna, EXIT Realty, Windermere, William L. Lyon, Charles Rutenberg, My Home Group, Tierra Antigua, West USA

Industry Practice Changes

All settling brokerages required to modify commission practices and MLS rules

How to File a Claim

If you sold a home during the eligibility period in the covered geographic area, you may be entitled to compensation.

File Claim

Case Timeline

Key events and milestones in this case

Case Filed

2025

Residential Broker Commission Antitrust Settlements (Multi-Firm) filed in Western District of Missouri

Settlement Reached

February 6, 2026

Settlement agreement reached for $42 million+ (combined)

Claim deadline: September 30, 2026

Upcoming

Next scheduled milestone in the case

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