Big money and MLS disruption are ‘here to stay’

Experts said Friday that the multiple listing service landscape is likely to see continued technology innovation, as well as consolidation, in the future. Continue reading

Is seamless data connection possible?

At ICNY, connecting big data to disparate systems remains big business, and a big challenge; but attendees were reminded about what’s at the heart of the deal. Continue reading

Bright chairman calls for more MLS data sharing, possible consolidation

Jon Coile, who is also a vice president at HomeServices of America, said Thursday that today’s boundaries around MLS data make little sense. Continue reading

Palm Springs MLS brings back Vesta Plus amid member demand

Members of the Palm Springs Regional Association of Realtors will now get to choose between two software providers. Continue reading

Houston Association of Realtors to raise fees for first time in 20 years

The $15 increase on subscriber fees will fund an expanded advertising budget, new tech development and increased costs associated with website security and mapping fees. Continue reading

The Real Word: The truth about the MLS cooperation policy

Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, they discuss the pros and cons of the National Association of Realtors’ new Clear Cooperation Policy, the rise of “co-living” and a Facebo… Continue reading

Colorado MLSs team up to share data

A group of Colorado multiple listing services (MLSs) announced Monday that they have teamed up to share their data, continuing a trend in the industry that has seen increased cooperation among such organizations. Continue reading

CEO of REcolorado, the state’s largest MLS, resigns

A spokesperson for the organization calls it a “personal decision,” and a search will begin immediately for Kirby Slunaker’s replacement. Continue reading

CEO of REcolorado, the state’s largest MLS, resigns

A spokesperson for the organization calls it a “personal decision,” and a search will begin immediately for Kirby Slunaker’s replacement. Continue reading

7 reasons for-sale-by-owners fail

Homeowners are often tempted to sell their homes on their own, but do they really have the time and expertise to get top dollar for their property? Often the answer is no. Here are the top seven reasons these transactions so often fail. Continue reading