National Association of Realtors - Homebuyer Litigation
If you bought a home in the US that was listed on an MLS, you could get money from a $28.5 million settlement with Keller Williams and RE/MAX. You need to file a claim by August 25, 2026 — nothing happens automatically.
You may qualify if you purchased residential real estate in the United States that was listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) from your state's applicable State Statutory Period start date through April 14, 2026. Payout: Share of $28.5 Million in Settlements. Claim deadline: August 25, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 16, 2026.
📄 Proof requirement not specified here — check the official site for what documentation, if any, a claim needs.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may qualify if you purchased residential real estate in the United States that was listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) at any point from your state's applicable start date through April 14, 2026. Start dates vary by state, ranging from January 25, 2006 (Puerto Rico) to January 25, 2019 (Texas). Most states have a start date between 2015 and 2018.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
You may qualify if you purchased residential real estate in the United States that was listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) from your state's applicable State Statutory Period start date through April 14, 2026.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Unknown.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
What you'll need to file
From our inspection of the official claim form:
- Filing method Online or mail-in
- Notice ID Unknown
How hard is this claim to file?
What the form asks
- Home purchase details — The state where you bought, the approximate purchase date (it needs to land inside your state's window, through April 14, 2026), and confirmation the home was listed on an MLS. (Your closing disclosure, HUD-1 settlement statement, or purchase contract.)
- State of purchase (to determine applicable statutory period) — The state where the property is located. This determines your specific start date. (Your purchase contract or closing documents.)
Documents you'll need
- Proof of home purchase (closing disclosure, HUD-1, or purchase contract) (required)
Watch out for
- August 25, 2026 is the hard cutoff. Both online submissions and mailed forms (postmarked by that date) count.
- The opt-out and objection deadlines were June 23, 2026 — both have passed.
- Your state's start date matters a lot. Texas starts January 25, 2019; Puerto Rico goes all the way back to January 25, 2006. Double-check your state before filing so you don't waste a submission.
- The Settlement Hearing is scheduled for July 28, 2026. Payments won't go out until after the court signs off.
- These settlements cover Keller Williams and RE/MAX only. Other defendants in the original lawsuit are not part of this fund.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
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1Check whether your purchase falls within your state's qualifying window. Each state has its own start date (Texas: January 25, 2019; most states range from 2011 to 2018; Puerto Rico goes back to January 25, 2006). The purchase must have closed by April 14, 2026.
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2Head to https://homebuyerlitigation.com/claim-form/ and submit your Claim Form online by August 25, 2026. Prefer paper? Mail it in — just make sure the postmark is August 25, 2026 or earlier.
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3The opt-out deadline was June 23, 2026 — that window is now closed.
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4The objection deadline was also June 23, 2026 and has passed as well.
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5Questions? Browse https://homebuyerlitigation.com/ or pull up the full Notice on the Documents page.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open You are here
- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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- Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
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Claim deadline
August 25, 2026
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Eligibility summary
You may qualify if you purchased residential real estate in the United States that was listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) from your state's applicable State Statutory Period start date through April 14, 2026.
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Estimated payout
Share of $28.5 Million in Settlements
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
You could receive money from $28.5 Million in Settlements.
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Official claim URL
homebuyerlitigation.com
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the National Association of Realtors - Homebuyer Litigation settlement legitimate?
Yes — the National Association of Realtors - Homebuyer Litigation settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (homebuyerlitigation.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 16, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
You may qualify if you purchased residential real estate in the United States that was listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) from your state's applicable State Statutory Period start date through April 14, 2026.
How much can I get from the National Association of Realtors - Homebuyer Litigation settlement?
Share of $28.5 Million in Settlements. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is August 25, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Where is the official National Association of Realtors - Homebuyer Litigation claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
What's this lawsuit actually about?
Homebuyers alleged that the National Association of Realtors, Keller Williams, RE/MAX, and others conspired to inflate real estate commissions through MLS rules. Keller Williams and RE/MAX settled for a combined $28.5 million.
How do I know if my home purchase qualifies?
It depends on your state and when you bought. Most states' eligible purchases go back to 2015 or earlier. The settlement site lists the exact start date for every state, so check the table at homebuyerlitigation.com.
When is the deadline to file?
August 25, 2026. Submit online at homebuyerlitigation.com/claim-form/ or mail a paper form postmarked by that date.
What if I want to keep my right to sue Keller Williams or RE/MAX separately?
You'd need to opt out (exclude yourself) in writing by June 23, 2026. If you file a claim or do nothing without opting out, you give up the right to sue these defendants separately over these claims.
Is there anything I need to do before August 25?
If you want to object to the settlement terms, you must file a written objection by June 23, 2026 — that's the earlier deadline. Otherwise, just file your claim by August 25.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you 30, 14, 7, and 1 day before Aug 25, 2026, and keep your claim details in one place.
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.