How about a .6%HOMESMLS domain?

Re: "New member joins bid for '.MLS' domain" (May 24)

Dear Editor:

The term "multiple listing service" is a generic phrase that by its nature could just as easily apply to a multiple listing service for cars as one for homes. Creating a .MLS domain would therefore be confusing and unfair because it would preclude the creation of a .MLS domain by auto dealers or other business sectors.

If the MLS Domains Association wants their own domain, that's fine, but they should add some additional information that makes it clear that this domain is related to a real estate multiple listing service. A domain name such as ".HOMESMLS" would solve that problem and would also be more recognizable to homebuyers and sellers.

If Realcomp II Ltd. wins its legal appeal against the Federal Trade Commission, it might want to suggest that the MLS Domains Association recognize their contribution and call it the ".6%HOMESMLS."

Bruce Hahn
President
American Homeowners Grassroots Alliance

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