Rules & Regulations
Unauthorized Use of MLS Data
Reproduction and Display of MLS Data – How to Avoid a $1,000 Fine Improper reproduction and display of MLS data is a ...
Definitions of Acceptable Listing Agreements
Exclusive Right-to-Sell Listing: A contractual agreement under which the listing broker acts as the agent or as the l...
Virtual Stage Best Practice
Virtual Staging is acceptable as long as the photo alterations affect only the personal property (furniture) and not ...
Field: Waterfront Types
Waterfront descriptions are essential for accurately listing properties and running effective MLS searches. These ter...
Field: Auctions
An auction listing on NorthstarMLS must specify the type of auction (Absolute, Minimum Bid or Reserve) and the licens...
Broker Reciprocity Vendors
There are many vendors available who can help you set up a Broker Reciprocity Website (also known as IDX). We encoura...
Which MLS Status Is In The Best Interest Of My Client?
Explore how different NorthstarMLS listing statuses — Coming Soon, Withheld, Temporarily Not Available for Showing, a...
Clear Cooperation Policy
NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy Definition The Policy 8.0: Clear Cooperation went into effect for NorthstarMLS subscri...
Duplicate Listings
A listing can be entered into only one property type except that:A property with multiple dwelling units (up to 4 uni...
Field: Listing Status
Understanding listing statuses ensures accuracy in MLS reporting, legal compliance, and a smooth experience for both ...
Unauthorized Access to a Property
Unauthorized Access to a property is when an agent enters a property without permission from the listing agent/seller...
Fields: Garages & Parking
This guide provides clarification for how to enter parking-related data in listings, including for condominium proper...
Field: Finished Square Feet
Finished square footage is a key factor in property valuation, marketing, and appraisals. This guide outlines what qu...
Field: Style
This guide outlines the property styles available for NorthstarMLS listings, organized by category and building confi...
Field: Stories
This guide outlines how to classify structures based on the number and arrangement of stories. Use these definitions ...
Field: Manufactured Home
The following guidance outlines how manufactured home listings should be entered, along with applicable definitions, ...
Selling Agent/Co-Selling Agent on MLS
The listing agent shall update the Selling Agent/Co-Selling Agent to reflect how it is shown on the purchase agreemen...
PDOM- Days on Market at Most Recent List Price
Days on Market at Most Recent List Price PDOM is days on market at the most recent list price. PDOM indicates: How l...
DOM – Days on Market
Days on Market (DOM) is available on various displays and reports in the MLS systems. The purpose is to give the numb...
CDOM – Cumulative Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market Cumulative Days on Market (CDOM), is available on the various displays and reports in MLS s...
Late Listings
All listings must be entered into the MLS, regardless of active, coming soon, or withheld status, within Two (2) busi...
Field: Builder Restrictions
Open: means this lot is 1. Open to any builder or 2. The lot is not buildable. Please use the remarks section to spec...
Nonmember MLS Participant Rules Updates
In September 2024 the NorthstarMLS Board of Directors voted to remove the requirement that MLS subscribers be REALTOR...
NorthstarMLS Broker Reciprocity Rule Update
The NorthstarMLS Broker Reciprocity Rule (MLS Rule 12) has been updated to remove a rule that prohibited co-mingling ...
Field: Accessibility
NorthstarMLS offers several Accessibility options in the MLS. Accessible for Hearing – Impairment Door Lever Handles ...
Seller Incentives to Buyers
Incentives being offered from the sellers to the buyers and pertain to the property, either through rate buydowns, cl...