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SB 6091

Prohibiting real estate brokers from marketing residential properties to an exclusive group of prospective buyers or real estate brokers.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Emily Alvarado and 17 co-sponsors

Washington bans real estate brokers from marketing residential properties exclusively to select buyer or broker groups to ensure broader market access and transparency.

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Bill Summary · SB 6091

Legislative bill overview

SB 6091 prohibits real estate brokers in Washington from marketing residential properties exclusively to select groups of prospective buyers or other brokers. The bill aims to increase transparency and access in residential real estate transactions by preventing the practice of steering properties away from certain buyers or limiting market visibility.

Why is this important

Exclusive marketing practices can perpetuate housing market inequities by limiting which buyers learn about available properties, potentially affecting fair housing access and market competition. This legislation addresses concerns that such practices may be used—intentionally or unintentionally—to discriminate based on protected characteristics or to manipulate market information in ways that benefit particular brokers or buyer groups.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry efficiency concerns: Real estate brokers may argue that targeted marketing to qualified buyers streamlines sales processes; opponents counter this conflates efficiency with exclusivity and anti-competitive practices
  • Practical enforcement: Defining what constitutes "exclusive" marketing versus legitimate targeted advertising to pre-qualified clients creates implementation challenges and potential liability for brokers
  • Market impact on smaller brokerages: Smaller firms or niche markets may claim broad restrictions limit their ability to serve specialized buyer pools, while consumer advocates argue this protects fair market access

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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