Secrets of a Smarter MLS Podcast

A free, open, and transparent market works. Easy to say, difficult to prove, unless you are Bright MLS. Brian shares details of their study analyzing properties listed, marketed, and sold on the MLS compared to properties sold off the MLS. Rather than speaking in generalities, the study uncovered empirical evidence supporting the assertion that the MLS works. Beyond its role providing a transparent, unbiased marketplace, the MLS provides consumers unquestionable value.

NAR is expanding its cooperation with the MLS community, due in large part to Rene’s role as the liaison to local MLSs. Rene and Andy discuss NARs recent efforts to collaborate with the Council of MLSs to evolve MLS policy, NAR role enforcing RESO data standards, and NAR's successful efforts supporting members through the pandemic.

RMLS™, the Northwest’s largest REALTOR®-owned multiple listing service is hyper focussed on serving their 15,000 members. Terry explains how RMLS expanded training services during COVID-19, virtualized classrooms that will continue into the future. Terry and Andy also review improving market trends in the RMLS area, with some golf banter mixed in for fun!

"Stress: what we can't function without becomes problematic when out of control," notes clinical psychologist Dr. Barry Hayes. Today's podcast is a practical exercise in stress management. Do not drive while listening!

As the communications director for the largest MLS organization, Nicole discusses with Andy how she delivers consistent messaging to over 100,000 members of CRMLS, along with the impact the Covid-19 pandemic has had on the content being delivered and the engagement of CRMLS members.

HAR is guiding members through challenging times by protecting real estate’s status as an essential service, expanding online training, and eliminating $5 million in fees. They have learned a smarter way to operate that will continue well into the future.

How to train members online during stay-at-home orders and conduct Virtual Open Houses. Miami REALTORS offers bilingual training and MLS access to their 50,000 members.

Casey reviews how they moved their entire customer service team to soft phones and setup a special Covid-19 tracking page at www.utahrealestatestats.com.

Andy and John introduce a new short format to focus attention on innovations happening at the frontlines in today's unprecedented market conditions.

In this two-for-one podcast Denee Evans, CEO of Council of MLS joins Andy both before our world was turned upside down by COVID-19 and after. Includes tips for working at home and details on how CMLS elevates, promotes and supports MLSs nationwide.