MLS Data Checker™ is an additional Web-based software solution that works with TEMPO™, MLXchange™ and InnoVia™ to automatically validate the quality and accuracy of your MLS data and enforce the correction of violations.

How it Works

Step 1 - Set up the Rules

MarketLinx sets up the system to work with your existing MLS and membership management systems. The program is configured to find violations according to your MLS policies — regional MLSs can even define different rules for each association. Violations may include:

• Late entry of new listings
• Failure to enter listings in the MLS
• Entry of listings by a non-MLS member
• Active listings without a valid agreement
• Inaccurate listing status
• Misuse of list price excludes
• Wrong property classification
• Misuse of agent remarks
• Misuse of financial remarks
• Misuse of public remarks
• Misuse of data with the intent to mislead
• Duplicate listing by the same broker/agent
• Inappropriate image and virtual tour links
• Inaccurate selling information
• Conditional offers of compensation
• Late reporting of pending sales
• Late reporting of final sales
• And much more!

Step 2 - Identify & Enter

The program identifies new and changed MLS listings using a batch process, and then validates these listings against public records and the MLS-defined rules. Data inaccuracies and rule violations are flagged and brought to the attention of the system administrator. REALTOR-reported violations can be entered manually.

Step 3 - Review & Notify

The program automatically highlights each infraction for easy review by the system administrator, who then chooses the corrective action required. The program notifies the listing agent or broker of the violation by e-mail, including any information regarding grace periods and potential penalties.

Step 4 - Follow-up & Fine

The program monitors that status of each listing and tracks all changes in a revision log for easy review and approval by the system administrator. No fines or suspensions result if corrections are made during the grace period. For noncompliant listing agents and brokers, fines are transmitted to the membership management system for delivery by invoice. Repeat offenders can be automatically identified and fined immediately.