New year for My Florida Regional MLS Pre-registration is required for all MLXchange classes at www.mfrmls. com. All classes are hands-on in the SAR Technology Center (except for Entering and Updating). Registration is limited to 18. Please be sure that you will attend if you reserve a spot! If you need to cancel, please call MFRMLS at 800.686.7451 (not SAR). MLXchange Basic Feb. 5 or Feb. 18, 9 a.m. to Noon Mandatory session for all new users. Learn the basic tools of MLXchange. It does the work for you, emailing the listings that match for client’s criteria automatically through auto notification. Learn the quick way to find a listing or view your inventory with one click from the Home Page. MLS Compliance 101 Feb. 5 or Feb. 18, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Mandatory session for all new users. In this class you will learn about the My Florida Regional MLS Rules and Regulations and the compliance procedure for accuracy of Listing Data, along with additional educational materials available on MFRMLSUniversity.com Adding/Modifying Listings in MLXchange Feb. 5 or Feb. 18, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Mandatory class if you will be entering/updating your own listings. You will be taught how to input and modify listings, enter photos, and add attachments along with valuable tips and techniques.
Advanced Web Page Customization Feb. 11, 9 to 11 a.m. This class will cover the advanced features and customization of your Agent Web Page. Add unique content and hyperlinks, set up a re-direct for a custom URL and more. • Advanced options • Manage Web Pages - All • Site Rules • Client Web Page Options • Team Settings • Lead Capture – where do leads appear • Consumer view of AWP MLS Hotsheets Feb. 11, 11:30 to 12:30 a.m. This class will teach you how to utilize the Hotsheets in MLS, including setting up your Hotsheet gadget on the home page, creating days back and custom hotsheets and more. Transaction Desk Feb. 11, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. TransactionDesk is a member benefit provided by My Florida Regional MLS. Transaction Desk is a transaction management program that allows you to operate in a “paperless” office. Integrated with contract management software, it easily allows you to manage your transaction from start to finish.
Creating a Professional CMA (3 CE Credits!) Feb. 26, 9 a.m. to Noon This class is designed to teach you the skills needed to create a comprehensive CMA. You will learn how to import properties that are listed outside of the MLS, into your CMA along with valuable tips and techniques for creating a professional CMA. Adding & Managing Contacts Feb. 26, 1 to 2 p.m. This class will teach you how to use the MLS as a Client Management system. We teach you how to add clients, edit and manage contact info, importing and exporting of contact information, how to synch with Outlook and much more. Auto Notification Searches/ Prospecting Feb. 26, 2:30 to 4 p.m. This class will teach you how to create custom searches for your prospects and set up those searches to automatically notify your clients of newly matching properties. We will also teach you how to manage those searches and communicate with your client through their Personalized Web Page.
Legal advice can avoid closing chaos
Title: Sail Smoothly Through Your Closings Date: Feb. 20, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Cost: FREE - SAR Members; $10 others Here’s what you need to know to make your closings the best EVER! Attorney Anne Weintraub will cover some basics such as: • Selection of closing dates and why it’s important • Direct contact with staff at the closing office • Direction as to commission splits and processing fees
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• Choosing local lenders and understanding the HUD/costs early • Taking care of repairs and the importance of signing off on the walk-through (or not) • Attorney over title company • Getting the survey ordered early and copying everyone on the commitment • Lien searches and closing open permits • Working with entities and those with authority
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