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Federal Judge Rules on Zillow's Access to Real Estate Listings

On September 15, 2026, federal Judge John Tharp ruled against Zillow's request to block MRED from enforcing its listing rules, sending the dispute into private arbitration. This ruling could impact access to real estate listings in the Chicago area, raising concerns about market control and antitrust enforcement in the real estate sector.

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On September 15, 2026, federal Judge John Tharp ruled against Zillow's request to block MRED from enforcing its listing rules, sending the dispute into private arbitration. This ruling could impact access to real estate listings in the Chicago area, raising concerns about market control and antitrust enforcement in the real estate sector.

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Two real estate giants are deciding which homes you’re allowed to see

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Federal Judge Rules on Zillow's Access to Real Estate Listings