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Navigating the Settlement

NorthstarMLS and the real estate industry are responding to the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) announced settlement of several lawsuits relating to offers of compensation from listing brokers to buyers’ brokers. There are two key practice changes that take effect August 15, 2024.

Get the Latest News and Updates

Our industry changes rapidly, and your business changes with it. With so much change, it can be hard to keep up, but don’t worry — NorthstarMLS has your back. We’re sharing the latest information about NorthstarMLS and industry happenings with our news and updates.

Settlement Update: The Written Buyer Agreement Requirement

Since publishing the NorthstarMLS Settlement MLS Updates in July, we’ve received a number of questions about the Written Buyer Agreement Requirement (NorthstarMLS Rule 4.2) that takes effect August 15, 2024.

GET STARTED: Using the Add/Edit Video Suite

The NorthstarMLS Add/Edit video suite powered by WellcomeMat, gives subscribers full control over creating, uploading, modifying, replacing, deactivating and distributing a video from within a listing. Learn how to use this new tool.

Ask David: What is the New Add/Edit Feature for Uploading Videos into the System?

You’ve waited for this…and it’s here! But how does the Add/Edit Video Suite work? Here are answers to some common questions.

Optional Matrix Three-panel Search and Dashboard Coming Soon

Designed to be fully responsive, the new search provides an intuitive and efficient user experience across a wide range screen resolutions and devices, including mobile phones, tablets and computers.

NorthstarMLS is a model for how to obtain compliance while also maintaining a service position towards the agents. The average industry professional probably doesn't truly understand the immense task this is to pull off, or the incredible value it provides to them, but I'm grateful for this tool and how trustworthy it remains while it graciously keeps its membership in line.

Matt Ashworth, Principal Broker

Great set of tools, I can’t imagine this profession without them!

John Njoes, REALTOR®

I have heard from agents around the country that we have one of the best systems, and I see it in the level of quality, timeliness and accuracy of our system. I appreciate the work the NorthstarMLS staff do on our behalf.

Denise Sjoberg, REALTOR®, GRI

The Pulse of the Real Estate Industry Lives Within the MLS

Housing is one of the most deeply personal aspects of a person’s life, and you support them on their journey. The MLS makes that journey possible. NorthstarMLS is the premier Multiple Listing Service in the Upper Midwest and we Make the Market Work™ for you, whether your clients are looking for a home in your area or beyond. We maintain a community of 22,000+ real estate professionals, providing the technologies that help you make connections and fostering a fundamental confidence in the integrity of the information and rules governing the real estate market. Our community is strong and so is our data. With professional quality data and the power of collaboration at our fingertips, NorthstarMLS has one job: to be your go-to resource for all your real estate technology.

Expand Your Knowledge with Our Featured Resources

No matter what you need, we promise to be a resource for your continued success. Our extensive resource library has insightful articles and helpful resources on a variety of topics, so you can continue to improve your real estate prowess and best understand the market — locally and beyond.

Exploring Matrix Updates

Join us for an informative webinar on the cutting-edge Three-Panel Search feature from the most recent Matrix Update! Designed to be fully responsive, this powerful tool offers an intuitive and efficient user experience on any device—whether you're on a mobile phone, tablet, or desktop.

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Using the Add/Edit Video Suite

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Training Library

Confidently Showcase Local Neighborhood Expertise with NeighborhoodIntel

In this session provided by NorthstarMLS and Local Logic, we dive deep into how real estate agents can leverage the powerful NeighborhoodIntel platform to gain comprehensive neighborhood insights that can help you close more deals and serve your clients better.

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Front-End-of-Choice: Choose How You Engage with the Market

You’re in the driver’s seat with front-end-of-choice. Choose from three top multiple listing service systems — Flexmls, Matrix and Paragon — to get the experience you want. With all three being powered by the same NorthstarMLS listing database, you’ll have access to the data and information you need, how you need it. The best part? You get to choose the system(s) that best suit your needs to manage your listings. And of course, NorthstarMLS is here to provide any help you need.

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