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This paper addresses the impact of allowing indexing of IDX listings and the unclear language in the NAR policy.
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Site licenses have created a circumstance where the many (all MLS subscribers or brokerage agents) are paying for services used by the few that use a service.
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Your MLS organization is not immune to the “new normal.” Remote work was a growing trend before the pandemic made it an essential part of day-to-day operations for the industries that could manage it. Now that vaccines are available and COVID-19 protocols are changing, the question that many industries are dealing with is whether they should continue to work remotely or not. The real estate industry is one that was able to successfully navigate the pandemic shut downs and now must answer the reopening question. WAV Group has surveyed over 100 MLS and associations about how they are evaluating and answering this very important question that will shape the new normal for years to come.
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Unlocking Compliance and Efficiency in the Growing Improve-to-Sell Market
Today’s real estate landscape is shifting as homeowners increasingly invest in pre-sale improvements to maximize value and speed up transactions. The Evolution of Improve-to-Sell white paper by WAV Group explores how brokerages, agents, lenders, and service providers can overcome regulatory risks and operational inefficiencies through a compliant, integrated platform. Featuring insights on capital access, streamlined collaboration, and future-proof infrastructure, this report is essential for industry professionals looking to stay competitive and deliver greater value to clients.
Download the white paper to discover how a compliant improve-to-sell ecosystem can drive profitability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
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How One Association Reinvented Member Support With AI
With membership value under increasing scrutiny, the Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS® (GRAR) knew they had to deliver more than just traditional benefits. They needed to provide real, on-demand solutions that meet agents where they are—day or night. This case study walks you through GRAR’s bold decision to embrace AI and launch ARDI, an AI-powered support tool that transformed how their members access information. From CE requirements to local regulations and real estate data, ARDI offers 24/7 answers across multiple platforms and in 25 languages.What You’ll Learn
In this candid, behind-the-scenes report, you’ll learn how GRAR’s leadership approached innovation, the steps they took to launch ARDI, and the measurable impact it has had—from freeing up staff resources to delivering a dramatically better member experience. If your association is seeking new ways to demonstrate value, increase engagement, and future-proof member services, this case study is essential reading.Use promo code "ARDI" at checkout for a free copy
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As a sailor, I can tell you that a rudderless boat is hard to steer. It takes a lot of expert sail trimmers to keep control of the boat. From my perspective, Listing Syndication is a rudderless boat with bad trimmers, and the boat is way off course.
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WAV Group - 2024 Brokerage Technology Roadmap. In this comprehensive four-part report, we map out the essential technology tools and integrations needed for brokerages to compete effectively against industry giants and technology-driven firms. The roadmap starts with essential customer centric website features and takes your business through the backend data management your team is looking for to be successful.
Gain actionable insights to propel your brokerage forward in 2024 & beyond.
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Part 1: We map out the essential website tools needed for brokerages to compete effectively against industry giants and technology-driven firms. These include parcel-centric databases, MLS VOW, and a strategic website topology strategy. Part 2: We focus on the pivotal role of the company intranet in driving agent adoption and productivity, offering invaluable tips on email integration, single sign-on functionality, and commission payment portals. Part 3: We explore the complexities surrounding data collection policies, storage solutions, API management, data visualization, and reporting procedures tailored to real estate brokerage management teams. Part 4: Finally we provide invaluable insights into agent technology adoption and the systems that you can implement to maximize your investment in technology. -
The 2021 WAV Group Transaction Management Interoperability Study revealed brokers have strong interest in the ability for Digital Transaction Management systems to pass data seamlessly for the brokerages representing two sides of a transaction. Today, brokers have to enter data in as many as 9 or 10 systems, creating inefficiency, added cost and increased chances of inaccurate data. According to the study, nearly 3/4 of brokers would like to enter data into one system, either at the MLS or brokerage, and then seamlessly pass the information to other systems. Use Promo Code: WAV2022 through the end of the year to get free access to this report.
