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Bright MLS Release Notes as of January 31st: Corrections and Improvements
January 31, 2019
The following release notes describing corrections and improvements to the Bright MLS system were made as of January 31st: Agent and Client Gallery Reports. Because of your feedback, we’ve added the Agent and Client Gallery Reports to your report options in Bright. These reports offer more listing information than the Thumbnail Report in a format […]
Get the Most out of Membership – Join a DAAR Committee Today!
January 28, 2019
One of the many benefits of membership is the opportunity to join a DAAR committee of interest. Serving as a committee member will not only help guide the services and resources the Association provides to members but can benefit your business and work as a real estate professional. The networking opportunities are invaluable, the insight […]
Updates to Days on Market for Listings Imported From MRIS
January 24, 2019
Bright MLS forwarded the following update on 1/21/19 related to Days on Market to subscribers: There is no industry standard on DOM calculations. Each MLS and each third party site uses a different methodology for counting, pausing and stopping this number. Theses differences create confusion for consumers. Having a uniform methodology for DOM that works […]
Obtain Answers and Insight in the Bright MLS Community Facebook Group
January 24, 2019
Bright MLS recently launched a closed Facebook group for the Bright MLS community, created and moderated by expert Bright MLS staff. Bright MLS subscribers can join by clicking here and providing their subscriber ID https://www.facebook.com/groups/BrightMLSCommunity The description reads: Think of this group as a two-way platform where Bright can share with you, and you with […]
Important Bright MLS Update: Feedback and Advocacy Leads to Progress
January 20, 2019
To move forward with improving the data, technical and functional aspects of the Bright MLS system, DAAR and NVAR are working jointly in a work group to help advocate for improvements to the system. For more information, view this recent video from DAAR President Phyllis Stakem and NVAR President Christine Richardson. As part of that effort, DAAR REALTOR […]
Did you Know? Listing Agents Can Use a CBS Code for Extra Layer of Security
January 16, 2019
The call before showing code (CBS code) is an additional code you may need to enter before you can access the key compartment of a lockbox. It is an extra layer of security on the lockbox requiring an additional code before the key compartment will open. Not all lockboxes use a CBS code. A […]
DAAR Member Linda Thornell Earns GRI Designation
January 15, 2019
The Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® is pleased to announce that Linda Thornell, McEnearney Associates, Lessburg, completed the REALTORS® Institute of Virginia program and have earned the Graduate REALTOR® Institute (GRI) designation. “Completion of the coursework for the GRI designation represents a commitment to industry knowledge and professionalism that not all agents make,” said Beckwith […]
What’s the difference between canceled vs. withdrawn in Bright?
January 14, 2019
Bright’s listing statuses are different than what you were used to in MRIS. One important difference to know is when to use the cancelled status and when to use withdrawn. Here’s how it works. Download the Bright MLS Status Cheat Sheet Want to learn more about all of our statuses? Then you’ll want to download Bright’s MLS Status […]
We’re in Session: Join us in Richmond for the Chance to Advocate on Behalf of Your Business
January 9, 2019
Learn what’s ahead for your industry, engage with lawmakers and join Virginia REALTORS President Beckwith Bolle (2013 DAAR President) by taking part in the Virginia REALTORS 2019 Economic & Advocacy Summit on February 6th in Richmond, VA. This event offers education from industry experts and the chance to participate in town hall sessions with local legislators […]
Bright MLS: Legal Subdivision Now Available on Reports and in Listing Search
January 9, 2019
Based on your feedback, Legal Subdivision is now available on the main search screen. It has also been added to listings, where the information was previously available in MRIS and will autofill from the Bright tax record in Listing Management going forward. This is a non-editable field which contains information from a listing’s county assessment […]