Advancing excellence in MLSs
CMLS is strategically focused on leading the conversation around MLS research, and advocating for innovation, gold star standard data, and powering professionals to meet consumer expectations.
MLS Data Access and Use
Administrative Data Service (ADS) Policy
Efficiency in Participant Data Distribution Policy Proposal
Friendly Amendments to Policy Statements 8.7 and 8.6
CMLS Letter to the MLS TEIAB
CMLS Positions on Recommendations to the MLS TEIAB
CMLS Letter to NAR – Recommendations for MLS Policy Statements 8.6, 7.58, and 7.91
One Data Source Policy (8.6) & Broker Back Office Data Feed Policy (8.7) Implementation Guide
Research & Best Practices
CMLS brings forward research that explores issues, provides solutions, and promotes best practices. Our resources are built by the MLS industry, for the MLS industry, including the perspective of industry thought leaders from our Section Councils and CMLS3 alumni network.
Best Practices Guides
CMLS is proud to provide MLS Best Practices, which set out to enhance the MLS industry through the development, establishment, and evolution of MLS best practices.
Best Practices Resources
Industry Resources
Reference information which advances best practices and industry standards, often in collaboration with other partners seeking to advance MLS.
One Data Source Policy (8.6) & Broker Back Office Data Feed Policy (8.7) Implementation Guide
Communicating Through Crisis
Critical Communications Guide
Clear Cooperation Implementation Guide
Clear Cooperation Resources
White Paper on Competition in Real Estate
White Paper on NAR Policy Statement 7.42
Critical Components of a Contract Licensing Agreement with Portals
Essentials
New tools and resources for the MLS industry. Recently published resources include: