realMLS Vision: We see realMLS as the preferred provider of advanced tools and resources to promote a healthy marketplace. This month, realMLS spotlights Builders Update, explores what a healthy marketplace truly means for your business, invites you to a timely CEO Industry Update, and shares important tips to help protect your transactions.
Technology & Data
February Vendor Spotlight: Builders Update For February, realMLS is spotlighting Builders Update, an easy-to-use search tool available to all realMLS customers that brings new construction data together in one convenient place. Builders Update aggregates listings for new homes, to-be-built properties, custom builders, and condominiums—making it a powerful resource for agents working with today’s buyers.
Builders Update helps agents quickly identify and search new construction opportunities directly within the MLS. With comprehensive coverage of new homes, planned builds, custom builders, and condo developments, the tool simplifies the process of matching buyers with new construction options. Accessible anytime from your realMLS Dashboard, Builders Update supports agents looking to expand their business in the growing new home market. Visit realMLS.com/builders-update for more information.
Healthy Marketplace
Healthy Marketplace – What It Means and Why It Matters You hear us talk about a “healthy marketplace” often—so what does this actually mean? For realMLS customers, it means accurate, timely, and complete listing data, fair access to information, and broad listing distribution so you can focus on providing value to your clients with confidence as we head into 2026.
In practice, a healthy marketplace means fewer surprises, comprehensive listing data, stronger client trust, and tools and policies that support transparency and fair housing. realMLS remains focused on data integrity, consistent rules for all customers, and technology that keeps transactions moving smoothly—so you can concentrate on growing your business in the year ahead. Learn more at realMLS.com.
Engage & Educate
JOIN US! CEO Industry Update – February 13 Stay informed and ahead of what’s next at the realMLS CEO Industry Update on Friday, February 13 at 10:00 a.m. Hosted virtually by Nicole Jensen, this brief, information-packed session will cover timely market insights, current MLS initiatives, and key updates impacting your business. Join us for a clear snapshot of where the industry is headed—and what it means for you. Register today at realMLS.com/events.
Housekeeping
Tip: Watch for Fraud Red Flags While most transactions go smoothly, agents should remain alert for potential fraud. Red flags may include sellers or buyers claiming to be out of town, rushing to sell vacant properties, limiting communication to text or email, avoiding phone or in-person meetings, or introducing cryptocurrency to create confusion.
Protect yourself by using FOREWARN and treating missing or inconsistent results as a warning sign, requesting face-to-face or verified virtual meetings, and always generating your own secure Zoom link. If you encounter suspicious activity, report it to your local sheriff’s department—early reporting helps protect you and the wider real estate community.
Training Calendar
Remember to visit the realMLS Training Calendar at realMLS.com/events for all of the opportunities to learn how realMLS can help you Reignite Your Business in 2026!
