Centralized Showing Service is Now ShowingTime
Centralized Showing Service has joined ShowingTime, a merger that will combine the features of both systems into a single platform. This transition will take place for Heartland MLS subscribers on Oct. 22. On this date, all current CSS Scheduler users will be updated to ShowingTime for the MLS, the agent-to-agent scheduling tool integrated into […]
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5 Common HMLS Violations and How to Avoid Them
Hi, I’m Elaina Lueker, and I’m the compliance manager here at Heartland MLS. That means that if you’ve received a violation for anything, you’ve probably heard from me. Giving out violations and penalties is not fun, and it’s definitely not my favorite part of my job. I’d much rather answer questions and educate up front […]
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Heartland MLS Warns Against Misrepresentation of Properties on MLS
Heartland MLS is urging its subscribers to protect themselves from complications stemming from misrepresentation of properties on the MLS. HMLS has noticed instances of agents representing a property as having the potential to be used for a purpose other than its zoned purpose or altering the images in a way that misrepresents the property. This […]
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New Update Coming to Matrix in August
An update to Heartland MLS’s Matrix system will be taking effect in late-August. The update will include new features designed to enhance user experience. The update with allow the ability to: Reorder search results using drag and drop Display listings in the same sequence ML#s entered when searching Print listing notes Create multiple personal […]
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President Nichols: The Real Value of the MLS
I was recently having a conversation with a group of agents about the power of the MLS system and what an amazing value we all get for only $25 a month. What can $25 get you these days? A decent meal with drinks? A new shirt? A week of Taco Bell? A fancy bottle of […]
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Heartland MLS Moves Waiver Submissions to Online Format
While Heartland MLS is not encouraging the use of Temporary or Permanent Property Waivers, it does understand the need to simplify the process for the rare occasion when they may be necessary for a client. That is why Heartland MLS will be launching an online submission for Temporary and Permanent Property Waivers on June 3. […]
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Heartland MLS Reminds Subscribers about Potential License Law Violations Related to Effective Dates on Listing Contracts
With the busy spring selling season in full force, Heartland MLS is seeing an expected increase in MLS activity. An unexpected element is the number of listings being entered into the system prior to the effective listing date on the Exclusive Right to Sell contract. Not only is this practice a violation of HMLS policy, […]
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Next Latte and Learn to Explore Matrix 360
Another Latte and Learn session will be coming to the KCRAR classroom on May 17th from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Heartland MLS trainer John Hatfield will be leading the session, which will cover Matrix 360, the latest version of the Heartland MLS system. This new update to the Matrix system was launched by Heartland […]
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Heartland MLS Updates Rules and Regulations
In order to assist in facilitating an orderly marketplace, Heartland MLS and its Board of Directors have added a penalty for entering a listing into the MLS system without first having a valid listing agreement to align with an existing rule. The Heartland MLS Rules and Regulations now states in section 7.3, “Entry of a […]
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Remembering Cathy Holefelder
Heartland MLS and KCRAR are heartbroken to announce the passing of Cathy Holefelder, Senior Vice President of Heartland MLS. Cathy spent over 30 years in the MLS industry, and she was highly regarded across the nation by her peers. “Cathy was an amazing leader and we were lucky to have her here in Kansas City,” […]
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