Compass’ fight over listing rules has landed in New York City. Regardless of the firm’s intent in issuing the advice, New York City is a unique battleground for the listing debate as the data ecosystem functions differently than in other parts of the country. For one, the city doesn’t have a reigning multiple listing service, but rather an RLS operated by REBNY, the region’s leading trade group. However, StreetEasy has also faced its fair share of criticism from New York City agents in the past. SIGN UPBut the Zillow-owned platform still remains the market leader in New York City, and Compass’ natural opponent to becoming the city’s dominant listing portal leader.