Keller Williams & RE/MAX Homebuyer Class Settlement
Case background
Homebuyers alleged that the National Association of Realtors and major brokerages inflated commissions paid by buyers on MLS-listed homes. Keller Williams and RE/MAX agreed to pay a combined $28.5 million to settle claims brought by buyers in dozens of states.
Combined settlement fund
$28.5M
Keller Williams + RE/MAX
Estimated payout
Pro rata
Split among valid claims
Claim deadline
Closed
Aug 25, 2026
This settlement is closed
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Do you qualify?
You may qualify if ALL of the following apply:
- You purchased residential real estate in the United States
- The home was listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS)
- Your purchase closed on or after your state's statutory start date, and on or before April 14, 2026 (see state list below)
- You submit a valid claim form by August 25, 2026
- The buyer's agent brokerage does not matter, you do not need to have used Keller Williams or RE/MAX
State statutory start dates:
- Jan 25, 2019: Texas
- Jan 25, 2018: Kansas, Mississippi, South Carolina, Alaska, Colorado, Maryland, Montana, Oklahoma, Washington
- Jan 25, 2017: Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Virginia, D.C., Delaware, Georgia
- Jan 25, 2016: Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Utah, West Virginia, Kentucky
- Jan 25, 2015: Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Vermont, Wisconsin, Alabama, Indiana, New Jersey, Ohio
- Jan 25, 2013: Wyoming
- Jan 25, 2011: Rhode Island, Louisiana
- Jan 25, 2006: Puerto Rico
What happened
A group of homebuyers sued the National Association of Realtors, Anywhere Real Estate, Keller Williams, and RE/MAX in Batton et al. v. The National Association of REALTORS et al., Case No. 1:21-cv-00430, pending before Judge LaShonda A. Hunt in the Northern District of Illinois. The plaintiffs allege that the defendants conspired to inflate buyer-agent commissions on MLS-listed homes, costs that were passed through to buyers in the form of higher home prices, and that the rules discouraged brokers from showing homes with lower commissions.
Keller Williams agreed to settle on January 20, 2026 for $20 million, and RE/MAX agreed to settle on March 22, 2026 for $8.5 million, for a combined $28.5 million. Both companies deny any wrongdoing and maintain that their practices were lawful. The lawsuit continues against the National Association of Realtors and Anywhere Real Estate, and against RE/MAX with respect to certain non-released claims.
How to file a claim
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Confirm your eligibility
Check that your home purchase was on or after your state's statutory start date and on or before April 14, 2026, and that the home was listed on an MLS.
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File online at HomebuyerLitigation.com
The fastest way to file. Visit the official settlement website and complete the online Claim Form. You do not need a unique ID to submit.
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Or mail a paper Claim Form
Download the Claim Form from HomebuyerLitigation.com and mail it to the Claims Administrator. Paper forms must be postmarked on or before August 25, 2026.
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Receive your payment
If the Court grants final approval, valid claimants will receive a pro rata share of the Net Settlement Fund. Timing depends on final approval and any appeals.
Key dates
- Aug 25, 2026 Claim filing deadline Upcoming
- Jun 23, 2026 Opt-out / exclusion deadline Upcoming
- Jul 28, 2026 Final settlement hearing Upcoming
- After final court approval Expected payout to claimants Pending
Objections to the settlements are also due by June 23, 2026.
Where your money goes
Common questions
How much will I actually receive?
The amount depends on how many valid claims are submitted and on the Court's rulings on fees and costs. Each approved claimant will receive a pro rata share of the Net Settlement Fund. No minimum payout is guaranteed.
Do I need to prove I overpaid or was harmed?
No. If you purchased an MLS-listed home during your state's class period and submit a valid claim form, you are eligible. You do not need to prove any specific financial harm or show that your commission was inflated.
I bought my home through a different brokerage, am I still eligible?
Yes. Eligibility is based on your home being listed on an MLS during the class period, not on which brokerage you used. You do not need to have used Keller Williams or RE/MAX to file a claim.
Does filing a claim affect my right to sue the defendants later?
Yes. By submitting a claim, you release your claims against Keller Williams, RE/MAX, and the other released parties for the conduct in this lawsuit. If you want to preserve your right to sue, you must instead submit a written request for exclusion by June 23, 2026.
When will payments be sent out?
Payments cannot be issued until the Court grants final approval at the July 28, 2026 hearing and any appeals are resolved. No further action is required after you submit a valid claim.
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This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Dapeer Law, P.A. is not the administrator of this settlement and is not affiliated with the National Association of Realtors, Keller Williams Realty, LLC, RE/MAX, LLC, or the Claims Administrator. For official information, visit HomebuyerLitigation.com. This website is attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
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