Correctly using MLS fields keeps your listing accurate, searchable, and compliant. Two areas that often cause confusion are short sale disclosures and pool or amenity fields. Misplacing these details can lead to misinformation or, in some cases, policy violations. Here’s how to keep things clean and clear. Use the Correct Fields for Short Sales Short […]
How Coming Soon Works in NTREIS
NAR’s Delayed Marketing Exempt Listing policy lets a seller direct their broker to hold off on public marketing through IDX and syndication for a period of time, while still choosing how the property is marketed in other ways. In NTREIS, this concept is built into the Coming Soon status. How Coming Soon Works “Showing Allowed” […]
Applications Open for 2026 MetroTex Committees
North Texas real estate is moving fast, and the professionals closest to the work are shaping what comes next. Applications are now open for the 2026 MetroTex Committees. Serving on a committee gives you a place to bring what you are seeing in the field, work side by side with peers, and support programs that […]
TREC Updates REALM Portal Launch Date
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) has updated the launch date for its new REALM Portal, the upcoming online system for managing licenses, renewals, and education records. Originally scheduled to go live on December 10, the REALM Portal will now launch on December 15, 2025. The new portal will streamline many licensing processes and move […]
DFW Home Values Dip, But Equity Remains Strong
Most Dallas–Fort Worth homeowners saw their estimated values dip over the past year. Even so, many still hold strong equity gains and are starting to benefit from improving affordability. Zillow’s latest data shows that about 87% of DFW homes saw their estimated value decline between October 2024 and October 2025. Across the country, 53% of […]
Important Message for Members Enrolled in Auto Pay
When you enroll in Auto Pay, your payment will automatically include all related assessments and contributions that are billed together. For your annual membership dues, this includes a voluntary TREPAC contribution, which is included on your dues statement on behalf of Texas REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®. Click here to learn more about […]
Introducing ListTrac: Your New Listing Performance Dashboard
MetroTex MLS subscribers now have access to ListTrac, a tool that shows how your listings are performing across the MLS system, IDX sites, real estate portals, and broker and agent websites. With ListTrac, you can: For a closer look at all the features, check out the step-by-step guide linked below. Download the ListTrac Guide (PDF) […]
Listing Accuracy Starts Here: Address, Mapping & Tax Data
Accurate listing data keeps the MLS reliable for everyone. Recent compliance checks across North Texas show more address and mapping errors, which can knock listings out of map-based searches or place them in the wrong location. Start with the checklists below to keep your listings accurate and easy to find. Enter the Full Address in […]
NAR Approves MLS Policy Updates: What DFW REALTORS® Should Know
The National Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors has approved a sweeping set of 18 recommendations to update the Multiple Listing Policy Handbook, marking NAR’s most significant revision in two decades. Designed to reduce legal exposure for NAR, local MLSs, REALTOR® associations, and members, these changes aim to strengthen the industry’s foundation while minimizing disruption […]
Your Ultimate Real Estate Multitool
Your MetroTex membership is more than a credential; it’s your real estate multitool. Everything you need for a smoother, smarter, more successful business is already in your pocket. From crucial tools to market updates, MetroTex equips you with the essentials so all you have to carry is your membership. Whether you’re navigating listings, staying on […]