What is an MLS & Why is it important?
Regional MLSs help make access to housing inventory as accessible and equitable as possible for all real estate professionals in a given area! Instead of maintaining multiple subscription costs for competing MLSs, you can count on a single, reliable MLS for most of your residential listing needs.
An MLS also helps minimize fraud in the home-selling process, because in most states (like Illinois), only licensed agents can post a listing.
Your MLS: Midwest Real Estate Data
BEST MLS VALUE IN CHICAGOLAND
One of the most important member services the Chicago Association of REALTORS® has to offer our members is access to the multiple listing service. Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) is the MLS of choice. MRED is where you will link to ConnectMLS, and Agent Metrics. Information on each of these programs will be found on the MRED site.
If you are new to MRED and the use of MLS services, register for the FREE MRED Training Classes. These classes offer you the best opportunity to become intimately familiar with the most important tools you will use in your new business. Online follow-up courses are also offered which will help enhance what you learn in the classes and ensure you understand the policies and procedures of the system’s use. Learn more about MRED here.
Six Tech Tools IncludeD With MRED
These are just a select few of the data tools at your disposal through MRED! How can you use these? Log in to your MRED account, then, go to “Tools, Resources & Links.”
CloudCMA
This easy-to-use software is fully integrated into connectMLS and saves you time by creating reports for you that you can provide to your buyers and sellers. These visually appealing and information-rich CMAs use a seamless blend of data from MRED as well as other real estate websites to keep your clients as well informed as possible.
Dotloop
Your business can easily become 100% digital with Dotloop, a transaction management system that works with your preferred operating system to keep you connected on the go.
BONUS: As a Chicago REALTOR®, you qualify for a free dotloop account with full access to CAR forms and the ability to complete a transaction with esignatures and document sharing.
HomeSnap
The Homesnap app is built for agents and loved by homebuyers! Accurate, real-time MLS data and enhanced property features make it easy to search for and share homes with friends, clients and colleagues.
InfoSparks
You’ll never look at housing data the same way again. InfoSparks helps you break down marketplace data into usable snapshots, making you the expert in your area.
Remine
Remine provides a unified source where you can access up-to-date public records and tax data. Remine also combines this information with social data to deliver predictive analytics that highlight consumers who are likely to buy and sell.
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Zenlist
Zenlist isn’t just a tool; it’s your strategic partner in real estate, providing an arsenal of features you need to thrive in a competitive market.
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