Emerging Issues Committee Meets Friday October 25th to Discuss CCP
Does CCP ensure that those outside the profession remain dependent on them, reinforcing a hierarchical structure where professionals hold the upper hand?
82% Concerned if MLS was Sold to Private Company or Investment Firm
While the MLS has evolved into a technology company over the last several decades, the leadership and governance structures of these independent entities have lingered in their REALTOR association roots.
North Carolina Regional MLS New Brand – Hive MLS
North Carolina Regional MLS is embodying a move to reflect a humility and recognition that we are all better when we work together. Their new name Hive MLS reflects the character and culture of their organization. They are a group that is driven by how they can consistently improve at serving the needs of their end users and the shareholder associations they partner with. Unlike some MLS brands, Hive MLS positions the company as a humble servant to the greater good and the success of the real estate professionals they serve.
How Brokers Get Free Buyer and Seller Leads from Nestfully in Participating MLS Markets
By taking control of lead routing, you can assure the consumers that they get the service your brokerage delivers.
MLSs Living Life on a Slippery Slope
It could imply that certain decisions or changes could set a precedent or trigger a series of consequences that are difficult to control or reverse, potentially impacting the industry in a negative way.
Would Eliminating IDX Cure the Clear Cooperation Debate?
Clear Cooperation is a restatement of a policy that has always been fundamental to the MLS. It's the difference between the MLS and an advertisement.
WAV Group Post-Settlement Survey Reveals restrictive Lockbox Policies Needs to be Reconsidered
Today, local Associations provide lockbox access only to their local members. Some provide 1-day access codes with an additional cost to those outside of their territory. Others flatly refuse to provide access to members of other associations or MLSs they deem competitive. In Louisiana, for example, there are three markets equidistant from one another. Two of the three have agreed to provide reciprocal access, yet refuse reciprocal access to the third.. This type of anti-competitive behavior is completely counter to earlier proposed agreements with the DOJ that required statewide lockbox access to all licensees.
Ambivalence Expressed about Association Services in WAV Group Post-Settlement Sentiment Survey
Local real estate associations play a crucial role in supporting agents and brokers, providing services that range from professional development to community engagement. But how do members perceive the value of these services? Our recent survey of real estate agents and brokers reveals valuable insights into which offerings resonate most and where associations might refine their focus to better serve their members.
WAV Group Workshop: Getting Proactive to Avoid even More Litigation and DOJ Scrutiny
On Friday, September 20, 2024, Marilyn Wilson of WAV Group summarized the topics she believes the industry needs to proactively address before another round of litigation or regulatory push forces the industry to address them. Using a plethora of WAV Group research studies, Wilson provided balanced data on many topics. She said “I’m not here to provide you answers, but to provide you with comprehensive insights on each of these topics so you can have well-informed discussions in each of your local markets.”
Victor Lund to Speak at International MLS Forum October 8th, Milan Italy
The conversation will highlight the critical need for industry-wide collaboration on practices, ensuring the continued value, security, and fairness of listing data usage.
Rapattoni’s Game-Changing Integration with Restb.ai: A Leap Forward for Real Estate MLSs
By harnessing the power of AI, MLSs can enhance accessibility, streamline listing input, and ensure photo compliance, ultimately benefiting both real estate professionals and homebuyers.
MetroList Unveils Voice-Activated Real Estate Search Powered by Lundy
Lundy provides the AI that sits on top of SalesCore (the developers of MetroList.com).