Whether you’re looking for specific property features and assets, or just exploring a neighborhood, these tools can help you get a better sense of the surrounding location and help you benefit the most when utilizing the Flexmls map.
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How to Access the MLS Rosters in Flexmls
Are you having trouble opening the MLS rosters on your Flexmls dashboard? If you are using the Google Chrome web browser, it is likely due to an enabled Adobe extension.
Market Reports: July 2023
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings decreased 25.6% and sold listings dropped 19.8% compared to this time last year. The Months of Supply of Inventory experienced a 7.3% decrease compared to last July.
Using Water Features & the Flood Zones Overlay
Let’s say for example your client wants to live next to a lake or river but is also concerned about flooding. There is a way to help put your client’s mind at ease. When searching with Water Features you can add an additional layer with the Flood Zones Overlay. On the map, click Overlays and select Flood Zones.
Customize Listing Results Using the Office/Member Search
This blog will walk you through changing the default settings of listings that Flexmls is searching for when viewing another’s listings.
Showing Service Field Added in Flexmls
You’ll see the Showing Service field in the Main Fields section of Add Listing in Flexmls. You don’t have to make any changes, as the field will default to ShowingTime for now. The field is in anticipation of Aligned Showings replacing ShowingTime later this year.
How Do I Rank in the MLS?
The Ranking Report in Flexmls may help you determine how you rank compared to others in the MLS. This blog explains how to run the Ranking Report in Flexmls.
Market Reports: June 2023
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings decreased 23.8% and sold listings dropped 22.6% compared to this time last year. The Months of Supply of Inventory experienced a 1.5% decrease compared to last June.
How to Export Contacts from Flexmls
To export contacts from Flexmls click on Menu, find Contacts, and go to Contact Management. Then in the top right-hand corner, select advanced then export contacts. This will export your contacts into a CSV file. Be sure to give it a meaningful name and save this file on your computer.
Summertime Showing Checklist
When out on the field, the safety of you and your potential buyers is of upmost importance. Here are a few recommendations to help you navigate summertime showing appointments in the Milwaukee metro area.
Geolocation: An Address for Success
Are you listing a vacant land property? Make sure your listing is geocoded to ensure it is easy for members and potential buyers to locate the property. Do you know how to geocode a property address? It takes just a few steps and makes locating the property easier for potential buyers.
Finding Lake Properties in Flexmls
Do you have a client looking for a lakefront property? Besides searching for any available lakefront property, Flexmls allows you to search by a specific body of water.
Using Relevant Date Searching
When it comes to searching for properties on Flexmls, using the correct dates can make a big difference. By selecting the relevant status and date range, you can quickly and efficiently find the properties you need. Flexmls offers three different date options, each of which corresponds to a specific status. With the ability to choose a date range or a number of days back, you can tailor your search to your specific needs. Whether you’re a real estate agent or a home buyer, understanding how to use these features can help you get the most out of your searches in Flexmls.
Searching by Area in Flexmls Quick Launch
Flexmls lets you quickly and easily search an area in the Quick Launch bar. The Quick Launch bar is a convenient tool at the top of most Flexmls pages, allowing members to conduct searches without visiting the Quick Search screen.
One-Click Comparable Search in Flexmls
You can find comps faster with the one-click Comparable Search in the Flexmls Quick Launch bar. The results you receive from a one-click Comparable Search are a great starting point for a CMA or Subscription.