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Flexmls Field Changes: EV Charging Stations, Barndominium & More!
Today, we implemented seven noticeable field changes in Flexmls, driven by member feedback and our commitment to aligning with RESO standards.
Aligned Showings Updates: Ability to Add Past Appointments & More
We’ve made several updates to Aligned Showings to simplify scheduling and enhance your daily workflow. From adding past appointments to merging duplicate listings, everything’s designed to save you time.
Found an Error in WIREdata? Report It!
Notice an error in WIREdata? We’re committed to providing accurate and reliable data to help our members deliver the highest quality service to their clients.
Market Reports: May 2025
In May, the four-county Milwaukee metro area’s housing market saw higher prices and inventory, but fewer sales compared to May 2024. Find in-depth statistics on the May market conditions below:
Steps to Avoid Dealing with a Fraudulent Client
Fraudulent real estate listings are rising throughout the country. We have had instances of this occurring in Wisconsin. These fraudulent listings disrupt transactions and harm your clients. With the spring market underway, we want to remind you of a few points so you don’t find yourself dealing with a fraudulent client.
Schedule a Report in RapidStats
RapidStats allows members to share reports they create via email. Members can email the reports immediately or set a delivery schedule for their reports. Scheduling reports allows you to receive an automatic email without having to send it each time manually.
Plan Smarter with the Routes Feature in Aligned Showings
Tired of wasting time zig-zagging between appointments? The Routes feature in Aligned Showings takes the guesswork out of scheduling by helping you create an optimized path for your day—including non-MLS stops.
Tips on Adding Documents to a Listing in Flexmls
Adding documents to a listing is one of the most common steps when putting a listing into Flexmls. The listing contract, seller condition report and floor plans are a few of the most common documents uploaded.
Aligned Showings Updates: New Showing Types & More
Aligned Showings was built with you in mind, and your feedback continues to drive enhancements that help you best serve your clients. Here is a look at a few of the recent updates in Aligned Showings.
Understanding Concession Fields in Flexmls
Are you unsure how to handle concession fields when entering a listing in Flexmls? You’re not alone! Concessions and commissions represent different information and should not be used interchangeably.
Market Reports: April 2025
In April, the four-county Milwaukee metro area’s housing market saw higher prices and inventory but fewer sales compared to April 2024. Find in-depth statistics on the April market conditions below:
Create a Social Media Infographic in RapidStats
Looking for an easy, professional way to keep your clients updated on the latest market trends without spending hours...
Metro MLS appoints Chris Lambrou as Interim CEO
Metro MLS has named Chris Lambrou as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Lambrou and current CEO Chris Carrillo will work together through mid-May to ensure a smooth leadership transition.
Aligned Showings Updates: Improved Routes & Calendar Functionality
We’ve taken your insights and made key improvements to the Routes and Calendar features in Aligned Showings to help you work more efficiently. Here is a look at the latest updates in Aligned Showings.
Search Smarter with Wildcards in Flexmls
Wildcard searching is your new tool to uncover more results with less guesswork! You can use different characters to improve your searching capabilities.
Market Reports: March 2025
In March, the four-county Milwaukee metro area’s housing market saw higher prices and inventory but fewer sales. Find in-depth statistics on the March market conditions below:
A Better Way to Add Photographers in Flexmls
Starting May 1, in Flexmls, you can select the photographer you are working with and add them directly to your listing. Once you add a photographer, they will have access only to your listing, allowing them to upload photos and additional media assets.
Metro MLS CEO Chris Carrillo stepping down to pursue new opportunity
Multiple Listing Service Inc. (Metro MLS®) has announced that Chief Executive Officer Chris Carrillo will be stepping...
The Truth About Clear Cooperation Policy
The Council of MLS recently released a set of frequently asked questions about the Clear Cooperation Policy, which has...
Aligned Showings Updates: Seller/Tenant Management
Based on your feedback, we’ve rolled out new updates to improve seller/tenant management in Aligned Showings, along...
Market Reports: February 2025
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased by 12.4%, while sold listings decreased by 2.6% compared to February 2024. The Months of Supply of Inventory increased, rising 15.5% year over year.
Flexmls: More Visibility for Rich Listing Media
As consumers increasingly expect richer listing media, Flexmls has introduced enhancements to highlight floor plans, videos and virtual tours as distinct and valuable media types.
New Notifications, Messaging Upgrades & Mobile Enhancements in Aligned Showings
We are excited to share new updates to Aligned Showings, designed to simplify your workflow and improve communications. Over the past year, we’ve rolled out more than 50 updates.
Market Reports: January 2025
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased by 10.7%, while sold listings rose by 9.4% compared to January 2024. The Months of Supply of Inventory also increased, rising 1.2% year over year.
Flexmls Updates: Dedicated Floor Plans Category & More!
Floor plans now have their own dedicated media category in Flexmls! When adding or editing a listing, you’ll find a new Floor Plans section, making it as easy to upload floor plans as it is to add photos.
RapidStats Now Available as a Member Benefit
Want to stay ahead as the market heats up? RapidStats is now available to you as an exclusive benefit of your Metro...
Market Reports: December 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased by 6.5%, while sold listings rose by an impressive 13.8% compared to December 2023. However, the Months of Supply of Inventory decreased by 1.8% year-over-year.
Market Reports: November 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings declined by 2.7%, and sold listings dropped by 1.9% compared...
Year-End Prep: Understanding the My Production Report
As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to start preparing your year-end reports. Metro MLS offers a variety of resources to guide you through the process. One of the most popular tools is the My Production Report. This report tracks your individual listing and sales statistics for the year and compares them to the previous year. Here’s how to access and utilize it effectively:
Market Reports: October 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased 9.7% and sold listings decreased 3.5% compared to this time last year. The Months of Supply of Inventory increased 13.6% compared to last October.
New Portal Branding Opportunities in Flexmls
Flexmls has introduced exciting new features to Portal 2.0, providing greater flexibility for customizing your agent or office portal homepage.
Aligned Showings Updates: PDF Upload & Seller/Tenant Appointment Calendar
We are excited to share new updates to Aligned Showings, designed to simplify your workflow and make managing showings easier. These features are driven by your feedback, and we are committed to continuously enhancing the platform to meet your needs.
Market Reports: September 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased 5% and sold listings decreased 5% compared to this...
Aligned Showings: Updates to Feedback Survey, Broadcast Message & More!
Your feedback continues to shape Aligned Showings. Since February, we’ve introduced over 40 feature updates, making it the go-to showing service for 86% of listings and top brokers in our market.
Market Reports: August 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased 5.5% and sold listings decreased 6.6% compared to this time last year. The Months of Supply of Inventory increased 12.9% compared to last August.
Aligned Showings: Improved Notifications, Reports & More!
Aligned Showings has introduced new filters for the Price Point Analysis Report, feedback notifications for sellers and tenants and improvements to the mobile app this month. Among this year’s top updates are the introduction of a listing activity report, visibility of the buyer’s name to the listing agent and the ability to send unlimited broadcast messages.
NAR Settlement: New Rules & Practice Changes Starting Today!
Effective immediately, references to compensation, commissions or co-brokerage are prohibited in the MLS and its platforms due to mandated changes by the National Association of Realtors.
Market Reports: July 2024
This blog describes the monthly Metro MLS statistics for July 2024.
Aligned Showings: New Enhanced Features & Updates
Your feedback continues to drive enhancements in Aligned Showings. Our latest product enhancements include a listing agent’s ability to override listing restrictions, leave feedback on behalf of showing agents, default listing setup settings, private seller/tenant notes and more!
Market Reports: June 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased 9.4%, and sold listings decreased 11.1% compared to...
Mandatory Real Estate Practice Changes Coming August 14, 2024
Due to the NAR settlement, Metro MLS members must make real estate practice changes starting on August 14, 2024. These changes include the requirement to use written buyer agreements and the removal of commission fields by Metro MLS.
Finding Estimated Square Footage, Acreage and Year Built
Are you trying to find the estimated square footage, acreage and year built for a property from the tax source? You can easily access that information in Tax Information or Monsoon.
Aligned Showings: Listing Activity Report, Buyer Name & More!
We appreciate the feedback we’ve received on Aligned Showings and are excited to announce that we’ve rolled out over 20 updates this year! Our latest product enhancements include a new Listing Activity Report, additional feedback reminder requests for showing agents and the buyer’s name becoming visible after a showing request is accepted.
Market Reports: May 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased 15.1%, and sold listings increased 3.6% compared to this time last year. The Months of Supply of Inventory increased 11.1% compared to last May.
Aligned Showings: New Reports, Notifications & More!
We are working hard to integrate your feedback, and we’re thrilled to announce Aligned Showings has rolled out many exciting updates! Among them is a brand-new report, enhanced notification options and default settings. Take a look at the details below.
Market Reports: April 2024
The April 2024 market stats are out! Active listings increased 4.3%, and sold listings increased 12.1% compared to this time last year.
Broker Only: Metro MLS Launches New Payment Portal for Brokers
The new Metro MLS payment portal is live! This user-friendly platform streamlines the process of paying monthly invoices, making it simpler and more efficient for brokers.
Broker Only: How to Access the New Payment Portal
The new Metro MLS payment portal is live! Here are the steps on how to use this user-friendly platform. This payment portal will streamline the process of paying monthly invoices, making it simpler and more efficient for brokers.
Market Reports: March 2024
In the four-county Milwaukee metro area, active listings increased 2.6%, and sold listings increased 0.9% compared to this time last year. The Months of Supply of Inventory increased 1.7% compared to last March.
Sending Feedback Requests in Aligned Showings
Need to gather feedback on a property? Aligned Showings offers a default set of questions you can send to the Buyers Agent via a message or you can create your own custom feedback form to send.