Homeowners who sold residential property through MLS Property Information Network Inc. (MLS PIN) using the Pinergy multiple listing service and paid a commission to a real estate agent may be eligible for a portion of a $3.95 million class action settlement.
The lawsuit alleged that MLS PIN’s practices caused sellers to pay artificially high commissions to buyer brokers, violating antitrust laws. MLS PIN denies any wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement to avoid prolonged litigation and to implement changes in how commissions are handled.
Who Can File a Claim?
To qualify, individuals must meet all of the following criteria:
- Sold a residential property between December 17, 2016, and the date of the final judgment.
- The property was listed on MLS PIN’s Pinergy multiple listing service.
- Paid a commission to a real estate brokerage as part of the sale.
How Much Can You Receive?
Eligible sellers will receive a pro rata payment from the $3.95 million settlement fund. The amount will be based on the sale price of the property, as recorded in MLS PIN’s records, after deducting legal fees, administrative costs, and service awards.
How to File a Claim
Class members can:
- File online, or
- Download, print, and mail the claim form to the settlement administrator.
Deadline to submit a claim: December 15, 2025
Mailing Address:
Nosalek et al. v. MLS PIN Settlement
c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
P.O. Box 5324
New York, NY 10150-5324
Information Required for Claim Submission
- Class members must include their class member ID, found on the settlement notice.
- If no notice was received, individuals who believe they qualify should contact the settlement administrator at the address above or call 833-933-6273.
- Claimants must also provide the property address and approximate date of sale.
- All claims are subject to verification.
Payment Options
- Electronic payment (available for online claims only)
- Paper check
Breakdown of the $3.95 Million Settlement Fund
- Estimated administration costs: $650,000
- Attorneys’ fees: Up to $1,315,350
- Attorneys’ expenses: Up to $200,000
- Service awards to class representatives: Up to $5,000 each
- Remaining funds: Distributed to eligible claimants
Important Deadlines
- Exclusion deadline: September 2, 2025
- Final approval (fairness) hearing: September 29, 2025
- Claim form submission deadline: December 15, 2025
When Will Payments Be Sent?
Payments will be distributed after the court grants final approval of the settlement and all appeals, if any, are resolved.
Why Was This Settlement Reached?
The lawsuit claimed MLS PIN created and enforced rules requiring home sellers to pay buyer-broker commissions, resulting in inflated rates and violating antitrust law. As part of the settlement, MLS PIN has also agreed to change its policies, including:
- Eliminating requirements for sellers to offer buyer-broker compensation
- Updating how commissions are disclosed and handled in the Pinergy system
Sources
Settlement Status: Open for Claims
Payment Type: Pro rata distribution
Final Claim Deadline: December 15, 2025
Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.
