# Zillow vs MLS Chicago Showdown | Real Estate News

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Podcast: [Real Estate News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7843453)
Published: 2026-07-13T12:25:28+00:00
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## Resource

Zillow’s temporary loss of Chicago real estate listings sparked a real-world showdown between tech platforms and traditional MLSs, with surprising twists: while most agents backed the MLS, a vocal minority in Chicago sided with Zillow, scrambling to maintain visibility and client access. Brokers negotiated last-minute deals, agents criticized MRED’s client-focused decisions, and buyers faced scheduling headaches — all while sellers blamed brokers for the chaos. Despite the drama, many agents shrugged it off, saying they didn’t rely on Zillow — but the fallout underscored a critical truth: industry disputes shouldn’t come at the expense of everyday clients. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/54ae69f1c7b36869

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