MDMLS rules only — no statute

Maryland AI Virtual Staging Compliance

No AI statute; Bright MLS rules + MD Consumer Protection Act apply

Maryland has no AI-specific real estate statute. Bright MLS — the dominant Mid-Atlantic MLS — requires "Virtually Staged" caption + remarks disclosure. The MD Consumer Protection Act (Md. Code Com. Law §13-101) provides a private right of action.

Last updated 2026-05-20

Key facts for Maryland realtors

  • Bright MLS (dominant Mid-Atlantic MLS) requires "Virtually Staged" caption + remarks disclosure.
  • MD Real Estate Commission applies advertising rules to all listing content.
  • MD Consumer Protection Act allows private action with attorney-fee shifting.
  • Baltimore market fully covered by Bright MLS.

MLS boards in Maryland

Bright MLS

Caption + remarks disclosure

Dominant MD MLS. Covers DC, VA, WV, PA, DE, NJ regions too. Required disclosure in caption + remarks.

AI virtual staging for Maryland cities

Browse verified realtors, photographers, designers, and home stagers in every covered Maryland metro — and stage your next listing in 30 seconds:

Stay Maryland-compliant automatically

SofaBrain burns the required disclosure into every render, packages the original unaltered image, and emits state-specific compliance metadata — configured for the Maryland regulatory regime.

Try SofaBrain — Free

Disclaimer. This page summarises Maryland laws, MLS rules, ethics guidance, and insurance practices as of 2026-05-20. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. For specific compliance questions, consult an attorney licensed in Maryland or your E&O carrier.