MLS-Specific Guides

• Accessing Real Estate Listing Data in Quebec

  A common question we receive is whether we provide a feed for real estate listings in the province of Quebec. The short answer is "sort of." Here's why: Data Management in Quebec In Quebec, real estate listings are managed by a company called Centris. Centris holds all the real estate data for the province. However, unlike most regions in North America, obtaining a comprehensive feed of all listings in Quebec comes with a unique challenge. Brokerage Authorization Centris will oSome readers

• Accessing GVRealtors (Formerly REBGV) Through Repliers' APIs

  Repliers is an approved vendor with Greater Vancouver Realtors "GVRealtors" (Formerly The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver "REBGV"). Getting access to GVRealtors' data through Repliers' APIs involves a few steps to ensure compliance and successful integration. This article will guide you through the process, from initial introduction to full dataset authorization. Step-by-Step Process: Initial Introduction: The first step is for us to introduce the request member (agent orFew readers

• How to Initiate and Complete the TRREB/PropTx Data Agreement

  To access TRREB listing data via Repliers, you'll need to submit three agreement types: DLA, IDX, and VOW through the PropTx platform. Here's what to prepare and how to complete the process. What you'll need before starting TRREB Member Credentials Membership PIN Authenticator token Your Website URLs TRREB requires the URLs where data will be published (1 to 3 per agreement). These can be updated later. Important: URLs cannot be used in another agreFew readers

• Understanding TRREB's Agent Information Access Policy

  Overview The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) has specific policies regarding access to listing agent and co-listing agent information that differ from many other Multiple Listing Services (MLSs). This article explains these policies and what they mean for brokerages and agents. Standard Data Access TRREB's standard data feeds, including IDX (Internet Data Exchange) and VOW (Virtual Office Website) feeds, do not include listing agent or co-listing agent information. ThisFew readers

• How to Apply for ITSO Data Feed Access

  ITSO (Information Technology Systems Ontario) provides two types of data feeds to support real estate professionals with property listings and market data. Data Feed Types IDX Feed Cost: Free of charge Purpose: Basic property listing data for public display VOW Feed Cost: $1,500 per year Purpose: Enhanced data access for Virtual Office Websites Billing: Charged directly to the brokerage Important Billing Information for VOW Feed If you're an agFew readers

• How to Access CREA DDF Through Repliers

  Overview The Canadian Real Estate Association Data Distribution Facility (CREA DDF) is a service that allows real estate brokerages to share their listings across thousands of real estate websites automatically. This guide explains how to set up access to CREA DDF listings and display them on your website. What is CREA DDF? CREA DDF is designed to help real estate brokerages increase exposure for their office listings. When brokerages participate in the program, their listings are automFew readers

• IDX and VOW Data Access: GVR, FVREB, and CADREB Reciprocal Agreement

  Overview This article explains the data sharing agreements between British Columbia real estate boards and how they affect IDX and VOW access for REALTOR® members. Data Sharing Agreement Participating Boards: Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB) Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board (CADREB) These three boards maintain a reciprocal data agreement with shared policies for both IDX and VOW services. What This Means for MembersFew readers

• Accessing MLS Data Across Canada: Understanding CREA DDF and Regional Restrictions

  In Canada, access to MLS (Multiple Listing Service) data is compartmentalized by region, similar to the system in the United States. This means that if you're a licensed real estate agent in Toronto, you cannot directly access MLS data in Vancouver, and vice versa. Each region has its own MLS system with separate access requirements. However, there is a solution that allows agents to access data across the country: the CREA DDF (Canadian Real Estate Association Data Distribution Facility). ThisPopular

• Accessing & Enabling Historical Listings Older Than Two Years

  Understanding the availability and process for accessing archived data is essential for users who require comprehensive historical data for their Virtual Office Website (VOW). This article provides detailed information on how to access archived data, including the prerequisites, compliance requirements, and associated costs. Default Data Availability By default, your VOW feed includes data from the past two years. This is the standard offering and is sufficient for most users' immediateFew readers

• MLS Data Access Requirements: Who Can Use MLS APIs

  Overview This article explains who is eligible to use MLS APIs and clarifies common misunderstandings about access requirements. Who Can Use MLS APIs? MLS APIs are available to two specific groups: Real Estate Professionals Real estate agents and brokers Real estate teams Brokerages Developers, Agencies or Vendors Helping Real Estate Professionals Developers, agencies and vendors who have been hired by real estate profeFew readers

• Understanding National MLS Data Access

  Overview of MLS Data Fragmentation The process of accessing MLS (Multiple Listing Service) data is not straightforward due to the fragmented nature of the data across the U.S. and Canada. There is no universal solution that provides access to all MLS data across these regions. Instead, access to an MLS's data requires membership in an association that is part of that MLS. Who Can Access MLS Data? Access to MLS data is restricted to members of the MLS. These members are typically liFew readers

• Understanding Test API Keys

  When you create a Repliers account, you receive a test API key that allows you to explore and experiment with our APIs. This article explains what you can do with a test API key and its limitations. What You Can Do With a Test API Key Make API requests to test endpoints Use interactive developer playgrounds Build and test prototype applications Evaluate Repliers' API functionality Learn API integration patterns Test API Key Limitations The test API key provides access toFew readers

• Guide to Partnering with Repliers as a Real Estate Technology Vendor

  Understanding the Consultant Partnership Model As a technology vendor building solutions for real estate professionals, you can partner with Repliers to leverage our capabilities while maintaining your direct relationship with licensees. In this model: You maintain the primary relationship with your customers (agents, teams, brokerages) Repliers provides its capabilities as your technology partner The MLS is informed of this partnership arrangement MLS Compliance Approaches TheFew readers

• Guide To Vendor Approvals and MLS Access

  Repliers is an approved MLS vendor for every MLS whose members (agents, teams, and brokerages) we support. If you’re an agent, team, or brokerage, and you want to use Repliers’ services, you do not need to worry about the information in this guide. However, if you’re a technology company—building software, websites, apps, or tools for real estate professionals—and you’d like to partner with Repliers to power your product with MLS data, this guide is for you. We’ve also published aFew readers