MLS Import Blog
Does the solution support both RETS and RESO Web API so that I’m covered if my MLS migrates from one standard to the other in the future?
No. MLSimport does not support RETS at all, and it only works with RESO Web API feeds. The plugin is built for the modern RESO
Does the solution let me feature my own office’s listings more prominently while still displaying all MLS listings, and is that allowed under typical MLS rules?
Yes, you can feature your office’s listings more prominently while still showing all allowed MLSimport listings, and that setup is usually fine under typical MLS/IDX
Does the provider offer a sandbox or trial environment so I can test the integration before fully committing?
Yes, MLSimport offers a real sandbox-style trial. It’s a full 30-day free trial, and billing starts only if you keep the service active. You run
Does the plugin use the RESO Web API or RETS for Canadian MLS feeds, and is there any difference in performance or data freshness between those options?
MLSimport connects to Canadian MLS and DDF® feeds only through RESO Web API endpoints, not old RETS logins, so the plugin never uses RETS in
Does the plugin support SEO-friendly URLs, unique listing pages, and indexable MLS content so that Google can crawl and rank the listings on my own domain?
Yes, MLSimport supports SEO-friendly URLs, unique listing pages, and indexable MLS content on your own domain so Google can crawl and rank your properties. The
Does the plugin support SEO‑friendly URLs, schema markup, and indexable listing pages so my local listings can rank on Google better than they would with a framed IDX search?
Yes, MLSimport supports SEO‑friendly URLs, schema‑ready data, and indexable listing pages that can beat framed IDX searches. The plugin imports MLS and CREA DDF listings
Does the plugin support SEO-friendly URLs and meta tags for individual listings and community pages to help me rank better on Google?
Yes, MLSimport supports SEO-friendly URLs and full meta tag control for both listings and community pages so you can rank better on Google. Listings import
Does the plugin support real-time or near real-time syncing with the MLS so my listings are never outdated compared to big portals like Zillow or Realtor.com?
Yes, MLSimport supports near real-time syncing with your MLS(Multiple Listing System) by running automatic hourly updates. In normal markets, that speed keeps you close to
Does the plugin support multiple MLS feeds or regions if I expand outside the Bay Area in the future, and how complex is it to add another MLS?
Yes, the plugin supports growth into many regions, but each WordPress site connects to one MLS feed at a time. So you run one site
Does the plugin support multiple MLS feeds if I expand beyond my current board or join another nearby MLS?
Yes, the plugin supports growth by letting you connect one full MLS feed per WordPress site and choose which MLS is active. When you join
Does the plugin support multiple MLS boards at the same time (for example MRED/Chicago, Indiana, and Wisconsin MLSs) on one WordPress site?
Yes, MLSimport supports only one MLS (Multiple Listing Service) or CREA DDF feed per WordPress site. So a single site can’t pull MRED, Indiana, and
Does the plugin support multiple agents or teams on one site, allowing me to route leads from different property pages or areas to specific team members?
Yes, MLSimport supports many agents and teams on one WordPress site, and you can route leads to specific people. The plugin reads agent and office
Does the plugin support multi-language or at least allow us to customize all front-end labels and messages to match my brand voice and NYC-focused terminology?
Yes, the setup supports multi-language sites and lets you rewrite every front-end label for a NYC-specific voice. Using WPResidence with MLSimport, you can translate or
Does the plugin support mapping and proximity search (e.g., search by map, draw area on map), and what mapping providers (Google Maps, OpenStreetMap) are supported?
Yes, MLSimport fully supports mapping and proximity search through the map tools in your real estate WordPress theme. This includes Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, and Mapbox.
Does the plugin support map-based search for GTA listings using Google Maps or another provider, and can I control default zoom and boundaries for Toronto neighborhoods?
Yes, the plugin supports full map-based search for GTA listings when you pair MLSimport with a supported real estate WordPress theme that uses Google Maps,
Does the plugin support image optimization, lazy loading, or CDN compatibility for listing photos so that pages remain fast even with many images?
Yes, MLSimport supports fast loading for listing photos by using remote, already optimized images that work with WordPress lazy loading and common CDN setups. The
Does the plugin support IDX framing or is it strictly an import solution, and how does that impact SEO and ownership of the content?
MLSimport is a pure import plugin and doesn’t use IDX framing at all. Every MLS(Multiple Listing Service) listing becomes a real page on your WordPress
Does the plugin support Google Tag Manager and event tracking so I can measure conversions from specific listing pages or searches?
Yes, MLSimport works with Google Tag Manager and event tracking so you can measure conversions from specific listing pages or searches. All imported MLS properties
Does the plugin support custom fields so I can tag or categorize properties specifically as ‘flip’, ‘rental’, or ‘MLS retail’ on my site?
Yes, the plugin lets you use custom fields and taxonomies to tag imported properties as “flip”, “rental”, or “MLS retail”. These strategy tags live in
Does the plugin support bilingual or multilingual sites (for example English and French) using tools like WPML or Polylang, including translated field labels and search forms?
Yes, MLSimport supports bilingual and multilingual WordPress sites with tools like WPML, Polylang, or Weglot, including translated field labels and search forms. Listings are stored
Does the plugin support automated email alerts for new listings or price changes based on a user’s saved search criteria, and can those emails be branded with my team’s identity?
Yes, you can have automated email alerts for new listings and price changes using saved searches with MLSimport, and you can brand those emails with
Does the plugin store the MLS data in my own WordPress database, or does it rely on an external server that could go away or change pricing?
MLSimport stores the core MLS listing data in your own WordPress database, not on fragile third-party pages. The plugin pulls data from the RESO Web
Does the plugin provide built-in lead capture forms on property pages, or can I easily connect it with my existing tools like Gravity Forms, Contact Form 7, or WPForms?
MLSimport doesn’t ship with a built-in lead form on property pages. But it connects very well with form tools like Gravity Forms, Contact Form 7,
Does the plugin provide any built-in analytics or dashboards so I can see which listings, neighborhoods, or search filters are generating the most leads?
No, MLSimport doesn’t ship with a built-in behavior analytics screen that graphs which listings or filters create the most leads. Instead, it gives you clean