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MLS / IDX Resources 5 min

The Rise of Off-MLS Practices: Pocket Listings, Private Networks, and Their Effects

Real estate has always been about connection, but many homes have been sold outside Multiple Listing Services (MLS®) in recent years. Some sellers and agents market…

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laura perez · Feb 22, 2025
MLS / IDX Resources 8 min

A Brief History of MLS® Systems in Canada: From Paper Listings to Digital Platforms

Agents once relied on phone calls, handwritten notes, and small meetings to exchange property news. That setup left many buyers in the dark since people needed…

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laura perez · Feb 20, 2025
MLS Associations 6 min

How CRMLS’s Regional Data Partnerships Are Expanding Realtor Opportunities Across State

CRMLS is a broad platform that supports real estate professionals by connecting home listings across California. It brings different areas together in one place, so agents…

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laura perez · Feb 18, 2025
MLS ASSOCIATIONS
MLS Associations 7 min

Georgia MLS (GAMLS): Strategic Advantages for Real Estate Professionals

The Georgia Multiple Listing Service (GAMLS) provides licensed real estate agents with an unparalleled competitive edge in Georgia's $250 billion property market. It combines cutting-edge technology,…

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laura perez · Feb 15, 2025
Uncategorized 8 min

Discover the membership Benefits in the Miami Association of Realtors (MIAMI REALTORS®

As a seasoned realtor, I can tell you firsthand that joining the Miami Association of Realtors (MIAMI REALTORS®) is one of the smartest moves you can…

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laura perez · Feb 15, 2025
Real Estate Blog 10 min

Best Free Real Estate CRMs for 2025

Real estate can be busy. Agents often juggle client calls, property visits, and data entry in a single day. A client relationship manager (CRM) helps organize…

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mlsimport support · Feb 13, 2025
MLS Associations 6 min

How CRMLS is Transforming Real Estate with AI and Mobile Tools

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS) is known for helping more than 100,000 real estate professionals across California each day. It is the largest multiple listing…

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laura perez · Feb 10, 2025
MLS Associations 5 min

MLS Updates: Utah Launches Data Venture, CRMLS Joins Forces

New Directions for MLS Groups Many real estate agents rely on multiple listing services to get the best information for their clients. These services gather home…

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laura perez · Feb 8, 2025
Real Estate Blog 7 min

How to Break the Ice With Expired Listings: A Guide for Real Estate Pros

Ah, expired listings! Those houses that just can’t seem to find a new owner, no matter how hard we try. For the homeowner, it’s an emotional…

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laura perez · Dec 22, 2024
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