October 2026 Broker Report

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CRMLS Seeks Judgment That Our Policies Are Fair and Sound

On October 5, 2026, CRMLS filed a complaint against Compass in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York seeking a declaratory judgement proving our rules and policies are lawful.

This follows our refusal to give into Compass’s demands that would lead to a fractured and unequal marketplace. With this declaratory judgement, CRMLS is asking a judge to rule on the fairness of our policies prior to any suit Compass brings to change the rules in their favor.

The issue at hand is who can access listing data and whether everyone in an open cooperative has the same opportunity. We have accused Compass of “free riding,” which we define as getting the benefits of a cooperative marketplace (e.g., data, comparables, etc.) without participating or contributing back to that marketplace. This ruling would help us end this unfair strategy that disadvantages brokers, agents, and consumers alike.

Read our press release and the full complaint, both of which are hosted alongside more information and resources on our Protecting Cooperation Resource Page.

CRMLS is not the only entity targeted by Compass. They’re planning to sue any MLS that doesn’t give in to their demands. To combat any coercion that would make for an unequal or noncompetitive marketplace, we’re aiming to create the MLS Cooperation Legal Defense Fund. Organizations and leaders across our industry have already expressed interest in supporting its mission of openness and transparency.

  • If you or your agents have been negatively impacted by the practice of withholding listings from the cooperative marketplace, we want to hear from you. Email us at: [email protected]
  • If you or your organization are interested in contributing to the MLS Cooperation Legal Defense Fund or would like to learn more about how you can support this effort, please contact us at: [email protected].

Compass Files Its Own Suit Against CRMLS

On October 16, Compass filed an antitrust suit against us. In response, CEO Art Carter had this to say:

Compass’s decision to pursue litigation does not change our commitment to protecting a fair, transparent, and competitive real estate marketplace.

CRMLS stands firmly behind the principles of cooperation that have served brokers, agents, buyers, and sellers for decades. Our rules are designed to support fair competition, preserve seller choice, and ensure that no brokerage gains an unfair advantage by benefiting from the cooperative while withholding its own publicly marketed listings.

We believe cooperation is fundamental to a healthy real estate marketplace, and we will vigorously defend our rules and the interests of the real estate professionals and consumers who depend on them.

While we would have preferred to resolve these differences without litigation, CRMLS remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting the integrity of the cooperative marketplace.

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Whatever your office’s most frequently asked MLS-related questions, we have the answers. Register for one of our training classes covering topics from listing management to CMAs to just about anything want to know.

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MLS Stats

September 2026

Compliance

Avoiding Top Violations

MLS rules and policies exist to protect your rights as a real estate professional and ensure the accuracy of MLS data. To avoid a citation, know what to look for. Most rule violations are unintentional and easy to avoid. Stay informed and compliant with this overview of some of the most common violations:

Exterior Photo Requirement (MLS Rule 11.5.1) – This violation occurs when a user enters a listing into the MLS and fails to upload a compliant exterior photograph within two (2) calendar days.

Branded Photos/Media (MLS Rule 11.5) – This violation occurs when branded media is submitted to the MLS. Branded media is defined as any content that can be used to identify a person or entity such as an agent, broker, or brokerage, including names, photos, logos, phone numbers, email addresses, websites, for sale, or for lease signs with identifiable information.

Copyright Issues (MLS Rule 11.5(b) and 11.5 (d)) – This violation occurs when the listing agent or broker submits media that they did not create and/or do not own to the MLS without prior written authorization from the content creator.

Mandatory Delivery of a Listing Agreement (MLS Rule 7.8) – This violation occurs when a listing is not entered in the MLS as Registered (excluded listings) or as a live listing within two (2) days of the effective list date.

Misuse of Public Remarks (MLS Rule 12.5) – This violation occurs when prohibited information or verbiage is entered into any public remarks field.

Inaccurate Information (MLS Rule 8.3) – This rule requires all fields within the MLS to disclose accurate information to the best of the listing agent’s and listing broker’s knowledge.

View our guide, Top MLS Rules Violations and How to Avoid Them.

Read the Rules and Policies and Knowledgebase for more compliance information.

CCRMLS Compliance Monthly – Top Violations Overview for 2026

Join is for the final Pro Standards Top Violations Overview of 2026.

CRMLS Compliance Monthly Top Violations Overview
Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT

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Compliance Presentations are Available to Your Brokerage

The CRMLS Compliance Department offers complimentary presentations. Please complete our form to schedule a training session.

Broker Compliance Helpline

You can contact the Broker Compliance Helpline in three simple steps:

  1. Make sure your MLS ID is ready . To confirm your ID has the correct MLS user class, please email [email protected]. 
  2. Call us directly at 909-859-2043
  3. Press 3 to speak to a Compliance Analyst for live assistance

You can reach us Monday – Friday from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM PT. 

Note: Only active brokers, office managers, and personal/office assistants connected to a broker or office manager, can use the helpline. Please do NOT share this phone number with agents.

If you have questions regarding your user class or personal/office assistant accounts, please contact us at [email protected].

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Training Tip: Updating Your Password

Follow the steps below to create a new password and keep your account secure:

  1. On the REcore login page, click forgot password?
  2. Enter your user ID
  3. Check your email (associated with your account) to reset your password
    1. Passwords are not case sensitive
    2. Must be 8-12 characters long
    3. Consists of at least 1 Upper Case Letter, 1 Lower Case Letter, 1 Number and 1 Special Character

NOTE: If you forgot your User ID, contact your association for support.

Train Smarter, Not Harder.

Training is available to CRMLS users at no additional cost. Whether you prefer personalized instruction, team training, or self-paced learning, CRMLS has options to fit your needs.

  • For Agents: Get personalized 1-on-1 Zoom training tailored to your goals
  • For Offices: Choose from Virtual, Hybrid, or Live training for your team
    Note: Live training requires a minimum of 15 attendees.

View our training resources below:

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Prefer to learn at your own pace? Visit our CRMLSTV YouTube Channel for access to our library of pre-recorded training videos, tips, and helpful resources.

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Contact us at: [email protected] to connect with an expert trainer.

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