NAR submitted a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice regarding a request for public comment on guidance for business collaborations among
competitors. In the letter NAR stated that The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) serves as the central, comprehensive source of property listing information. Real estate professionals submit property listings to MLSs, which make those listings and related transaction data available through a shared database that delivers complete, accurate, and timely information and supports a transparent, efficient, and competitive marketplace.
NAR Comments to the Justice Department Re: Request for Public Comment on Guidance for Business Collaborations Among Competitors
Issue Date: May 21, 2026
NAR submitted a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice regarding a request for public comment on guidance for business collaborations among
competitors. In the letter NAR stated that The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) serves as the central, comprehensive source of property listing information. Real estate professionals submit property listings to MLSs, which make those listings and related transaction data available through a shared database that delivers complete, accurate, and timely information and supports a transparent, efficient, and competitive marketplace.
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