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  • Champions Corner: Federal Policy Update – August 2026

    Federal and state policymakers continue to consider issues that could affect how MLSs manage data, support transparency and operate within the housing market. Here are the key developments MLS leaders should be watching this month: What MLS leaders should watch next As Congress returns in September and state activity continues,…

  • Champions Corner: Federal Policy Update – July 2026

    Through Champions of MLS, CMLS shares monthly updates on federal and state policy developments that may affect MLS organizations. This month’s report includes a major change since June: a broad federal housing package has become law. It also provides updates on HUD funding, AI and privacy proposals, fair housing guidance,…

  • Champions Corner: Federal Policy Update — June 2026 

    As part of Champions of MLS, CMLS is tracking federal and state policy activity that could impact MLS organizations, real estate professionals, and consumers.  The June update builds on several themes CMLS has been following throughout the year: housing affordability, listing transparency, privacy and AI, fair housing guidance, and continued attention on competition and private…

  • Council of Multiple Listing Services Names Jessica Edgerton as Chief Executive Officer

    Henderson, NV, June 11, 2026 – The Council of Multiple Listing Services today announced that Jessica Edgerton will serve as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. Edgerton brings 16 years of leadership experience in organized real estate. She served as legal counsel for the National Association of…

  • Celebrating 10 Years of Monica Schneider at CMLS 

    A decade of showing up, digging in, and uplifting the CMLS community.  For many CMLS members, Monica Schneider is a familiar and trusted presence. You may have spoken with her on the phone, seen her welcoming attendees at the conference registration booth, coordinated sponsorship details with her, or worked with her…

  • CMLS Advocates for the MLS Industry in Federal Antitrust Guidance

    CMLS submits comment letter to DOJ and FTC highlighting the procompetitive value of multiple listing services HENDERSON, Nev. — May 26, 2026 — The Council of Multiple Listing Services (CMLS) has submitted a comment letter to the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission…

  • Champions Corner: Federal Policy Update  — May 2026

    As part of Champions of MLS, CMLS is tracking federal and state policy activity that could impact MLS organizations, real estate professionals, and consumers.  Policy conversations affecting MLS organizations are picking up at both the state and federal levels, with important developments around listing transparency, data practices, and housing legislation. In this Champions…

  • CMLS Selects Relevate as Technology Partner to Deliver New Member Dashboard 

    HENDERSON, Nev., May 5, 2026 — The Council of Multiple Listing Services announced today that it has selected Relevate as its technology partner for a new member dashboard launching later this year.  The dashboard will give CMLS members a centralized place to manage their account, register for events, complete payments, access resources, and…

  • Brings It To The Table

    Thursday, May 7, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. PT | 12:30 – 5:00 p.m. ETCMLS Members Only | Virtual Event CMLS’s virtual spring event brings MLS leaders together for a candid conversation about the forces reshaping the industry. Explore how MLSs can reinforce their value, strengthen governance, and lead…

  • Champions Corner: Federal Policy Update — April 2026

    As an ongoing aspect of Champions of MLS, we are tracking federal activity and policy updates that could impact MLS organizations.   The last month sharpened the federal housing conversation. For CMLS members, the biggest changes are a more defined House path for the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a new federal budget signal…