Easiest States to List Flat Fee MLS (No Minimum Service Laws)
Some states have rules that complicate flat fee MLS listings, but Brokerless has streamlined the process in the markets we serve. The states below are among the easiest places to list your home on the MLS using our service — with full exposure on Realtor.com, Zillow, and more.
Non-Minimum Service Law States
The following states make it easier to list your home with a flat fee MLS service:
- Alabama (AL)
- Arkansas (AR)
- California (CA)
- Connecticut (CT)
- Florida (FL)
- Georgia (GA)
- Iowa (IA)
- Massachusetts (MA)
- Maine (ME)
- Minnesota (MN)
- Mississippi (MS)
- North Carolina (NC)
- North Dakota (ND)
- New Hampshire (NH)
- New Jersey (NJ)
- Nevada (NV)
- New York (NY)
- Ohio (OH)
- Oregon (OR)
- Pennsylvania (PA)
- South Carolina (SC)
- Tennessee (TN)
- Texas (TX)
- Virginia (VA)
- Vermont (VT)
- Washington (WA)
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Why It Matters for FSBO Sellers
In states without minimum service laws, flat fee MLS companies like Brokerless can offer a streamlined service at a lower cost, without mandatory add-ons. This means you can get your property on Realtor.com, Zillow, and other top sites for a simple one-time fee — starting at just $99.
The DOJ’s Role in Promoting Consumer Choice
Over the years, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has actively challenged real estate rules that restrict consumer options. The DOJ has argued that minimum service laws — which force brokers to bundle unwanted services — limit competition and raise costs for sellers.
In states without minimum service laws, homeowners have the freedom to choose flat fee MLS services like Brokerless, customizing exactly what they need without paying for unnecessary extras. This flexibility is a direct result of ongoing efforts to keep the real estate market fair and competitive.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are minimum service laws?
These laws require brokers to provide certain services (such as handling offers or negotiations) even when listing a home for a flat fee. This can add unnecessary costs for FSBO sellers.
2. Are flat fee MLS services legal everywhere?
Yes, flat fee MLS services are legal nationwide, but states with minimum service laws have additional requirements that can complicate the process.
3. Is it easier to list in non-minimum service states?
Yes. In these states, listing on the MLS is simpler and more cost-effective because you pay only for the listing fee, without added broker duties.