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Tim Dain Named HousingWire 2026 Vanguards Honoree

HousingWire announced the 2026 Vanguards, recognizing 100 executives whose leadership and strategic vision are helping shape the future of the housing economy, and Tim Dain is one of them. Now in its 12th year, the Vanguards award honors accomplished leaders across mortgage, real estate and homebuilding who have demonstrated a lasting impact on their organizations...

NorthstarMLS Newsletters: Read our latest editions and past issues

Get the information and resources you need for your real estate business with our most recent NorthstarMLS Newsletter and NorthstarMLS Product News! August 2026 August 2026 NorthstarMLS Newsletter August 2026 Did You Know Newsletter Past Issues 2026 July 2026 NorthstarMLS Newsletter July 2026 Did You Know Newsletter June 2026 NorthstarMLS Newsletter June 2026 Did You Know...

NorthstarMLS Named 2026 Inman Innovator Award Winner

NorthstarMLS has won the 2026 Inman Innovator Awards in the MLS, Association or Industry Organization category, recognizing the MLS’ efforts to drive meaningful innovation and advance the future of real estate. “Innovation has always been at the core of NorthstarMLS’ mission and we’re playing an active role in shaping the real estate industry as it evolves,” said...

Ask David: Who do I call?

It can be confusing to know which entity needs to be contacted to provide the appropriate assistance. The list provided can be used as a guide and make sure questions are answered in the most effective and efficient way possible. NorthstarMLS Contact Information Help Desk 651-251-5456, help@northstarmls.com Rules & Regulations Department 651-251-3210 rules@northstarmls.com Contact NorthstarMLS...

A Better Realist Experience Is Here

We’re excited to share updates that recently launched on Realist®. These enhancements bring a more modern experience designed to help you work more efficiently when researching properties. Here’s what’s new: A modernized Property Detail Report with a clean, responsive layout Redesigned navigation with a workflow-friendly left-hand menu for faster access to reports An AI-powered property summary at the...

Real Estate Scams and How to Protect Yourself

Real estate professionals are increasingly being targeted by sophisticated cybercriminals looking to steal credentials, hijack accounts and exploit the fast-paced nature of the industry. From fake buyers requesting Zoom meetings to phishing attempts aimed at gaining MLS access, today’s scams are more convincing and dangerous than ever. Cybercriminals understand that real estate transactions rely heavily...

Ask David: How can my listing be shared from Matrix or Flexmls?

When a listing goes live, one of the first things agents want to do is share it, whether that’s posting it on social media, texting it to a client or emailing it to other agents. Both Matrix and Flexmls make it easy for listing agents to quickly generate shareable links directly from the MLS. But what if you want...

NorthstarMLS Invests in Next-Generation Consumer Home Search with Broker Public Portal

Minneapolis, Minn. — NorthstarMLS today announced a strategic partnership with industry-owned technology alliance Broker Public Portal (BPP) to power a next-generation MLS consumer search platform designed to deliver a more transparent, accurate and broker-connected home search experience. The initiative represents a significant step in NorthstarMLS’s long-term technology strategy. By aligning with an industry-owned home search platform, the MLS enhances its ability to deliver...

You Said. We Did. Improvements in Matrix

At NorthstarMLS, your feedback directly shapes how we improve the tools that power your business. We’re excited to share a few recent updates that came straight from your suggestions. Here are our latest Matrix improvements: You said: You wanted an easier way to share only specific properties with clients without sending a full report. We...

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