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Explaining the copyright decision in the Participation Agreement

This cover letter from the RMLS President, John Mosey, explains the copyright decision that must be made when the Participation Agreement is completed:   https://northstarmls.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Copyright-Letter-for-NMLS-Participant-Agreement.pdf


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Rules Statistics 2023

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NorthstarMLS Reference Emails

Homesnap Pro notice to all subscribers https://mailchi.mp/a9417ff45b91/northstarmls-news-you-can-use-4942432   Feb 7 Remine notice to Remine users https://mailchi.mp/e8679b2fc5a0/northstarmls-news-you-can-use-4942420  


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Unauthorized Use of MLS Data

Reproduction and Display of MLS Data – How to Avoid a $1,000 Fine Improper reproduction and display of MLS data is a serious violation and subject to an automatic $1,000 fine. To avoid a costly lesson, it’s important to understand this rule as you create your advertisements, whether they are postcards, fliers, newsletters, or some…


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Broker Reciprocity Vendors

Broker Reciprocity Vendors There are many vendors available who can help you set up a Broker Reciprocity Website (also known as IDX). We encourage you to research vendors and pick the one that best meets your needs and budget. The following are the vendors that have contracted with NorthstarMLS® for the RETS data feed: Acme…


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NorthstarMLS Clear Cooperation Policy

NorthstarMLS Clear Cooperation Policy How Will It Affect NorthstarMLS Subscribers? Last November, the National Associations of REALTORS® Board passed Policy 8.0, also known as the Clear Cooperation Policy (91% of its 800 Directors voted in favor). As a result, there are some changes to NorthstarMLS policy, effective March 1, 2020. The Clear Cooperation Policy makes clear that…


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Coming Soon Listing Status

Coming Soon Listing Status The Coming Soon Status allows you to pre-market your listing through the MLS for a limited time until it is ready for showings. Before you set a listing to Coming Soon Status, please ensure you are educated on how it works and its proper use. We have these materials to help you:…


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What is Broker Reciprocity

What is Broker Reciprocity Broker Reciprocity is a system where brokers give each other permission to display their listings on each other’s web sites. Brokers who participate in the program (called Broker Reciprocity Subscribers or BRSs) can display all of each others active listings. If you choose not to participate, no other broker will be…


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Agent Remarks

Agent remarks can be used for any additional information that is not permitted for entry into public remarks.  NorthstarMLS will allow website links to auctions or agent websites that include additional property information. The linked page cannot be predominantly about compensation, open to a compensation only page, or immediately display compensation. No other third-party page…