# New York Real Estate AI Rules (2026)

> How New York agents can use AI for listings and photos under NY DOS rules.

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## Short answer

Yes — New York agents can use AI for listing copy, photos and marketing. The NY DOS regulates what is published: accurate ads, brokerage identification, fair housing compliance and disclosure of altered photos.

Last reviewed: 2026-09-25. Regulator: [New York Department of State, Division of Licensing Services](https://dos.ny.gov/real-estate-broker)

## New York advertising rules

- New York advertising regulations require ads to identify the brokerage and indicate that the advertiser is a real estate broker or agent.
- Ads must be accurate and not misleading, which applies to AI-written listing remarks and AI-edited photos.
- New York also has strong state and local fair housing protections that go beyond federal law, so AI copy must avoid any preference based on protected characteristics, including lawful source of income.

REBNY's RLS and OneKey MLS set additional listing-data rules in the New York City region.

Source: [19 NYCRR §175.25 (advertising)](https://dos.ny.gov/real-estate-broker)

## Federal rules

- **Fair Housing Act:** Describe the property, never the buyer. Avoid words that suggest a preference based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin — and review AI copy before publishing.
- **Truth in advertising:** AI-written claims about square footage, schools, updates or views must be accurate and backed by records.
- **Texts and automated calls:** AI-powered texting and calling need proper consent. Speed does not replace permission.
- **REALTOR® Code of Ethics:** If you're a REALTOR®, the Code requires a true picture in advertising — including edited and virtually staged photos.

## FAQ

### Can real estate agents use AI to write listings in New York?

Yes. New York does not ban AI-written listing copy. The NY DOS holds the licensee responsible for accuracy, required brokerage identification and fair housing compliance, no matter who drafted the text.

### Do I have to disclose AI virtual staging in New York?

Label virtually staged or altered photos clearly. Your MLS almost certainly requires it, and undisclosed edits that hide material facts can be treated as misleading advertising by the NY DOS.

### What must appear in AI-generated real estate ads in New York?

New York advertising regulations require ads to identify the brokerage and indicate that the advertiser is a real estate broker or agent. Check the NY DOS website for the full current rule.

### Is this legal advice?

No. This page is general education, last reviewed 2026-09-25. Rules change — confirm with the NY DOS, your MLS and your broker.


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