MLS
IDX Feed
IDX is the most commonly used feed for REALTOR® websites. This feed gives the website designer raw data and pictures, allowing control, flexibility and tracking of MLS data to your clientele. All data given in an IDX Feed is public data only. The private data that is in the MLS will never be accessible by IDX. An IDX feed is for advertising.
- $250 one time application fee
- $120 annual maintenance fee (prorated in the month you apply for IDX)
VOW Feed
Virtual Office Website Feeds are used for business. A VOW Feed will have data that consist of what an agent will share with clientele.
- $300 one time application fee
- $250 annual maintenance fee (prorated in the month you apply for VOW)
FIU Feed
FIU Feeds are not for advertising and can't be used to display data on websites. They are used for office use only.
- $250 one time application fee
- $250 annual maintenance fee (prorated in the month you apply for FIU)
AVM Feed
Automated Valuation Model Feeds are strictly for sites that attempt to automatically apply a value to listed properties.
- $250 one time application fee
- $250 annual maintenance fee (prorated in the month you apply for AVM)
Please note: When an agent switches vendors or company's, a new application fee will be required. When you acquire a new feed, your bill will be prorated and charged appropriately for the remainder of the year until the next billing cycle occurs.
Important Notes about your RETS Feed
There are immediate fines to the vendor and broker for every site using NCRMLS data that does not have an authorized Data Access Agreement. Please ensure that every site you operate has an executed Data Access Agreement before it is live.
Once a contract is submitted and processed, you will receive notification and a copy of the executed document. If this contract is for a BCAR broker and/or office, it should be submitted to BCAR for processing.
IDX and VOW Feed's turn around time is 5 business days per NAR.
Tips for Page 5 - Signatures
Consultant: You, the vendor. This needs to be 100% completed. The email address should be where you want notices to go if there is a change to RETS Data.
Firm: Must be completed for every agreement. Make sure you list the domain or mobile app.
Associate Broker Party: Only complete this section if the person requesting BCAR MLS from you (the vendor) is an agent working for a company/BIC.
Agent Website: Not a company/office website. Make sure you list the domain or mobile app.
NCRMLS: Leave blank!
Tips for Page 6 - Exhibits
Exhibit A: Please list all domains that the MLS may displayed on, other than the domain specified on page 5.
Exhibit B: If there are multiple Association Brokers (in the case of subdomains) they will be listed here.
Complete the Application
Please review the Compliance Checklist before submitting your application.
Click here to complete the application. Applications can be emailed to amber@bcarnc.com or faxed to 910-754-7869.
Top 5 Violations Detected by the LDC:
1. Accurate Details on Listing - Address
2. Failure to Report a Status Change within 72 Hours-C
3. Closed Listing Review
4. All Listings Must Be Entered Within 72 Hours
5. Agent or Company Information in Marketing/Public Remarks
Top 5 Violations Reported by other Agents:
1. First Photo Must Be Exterior Elevation
2. Closed Listing Correction Required
3. Incorrect Sub -Type
4. Sign In Photo
5. Incorrect Status
Updated on Feb 24, 2021
Did you make a typo on MLS? Self-report a violation on your own listing right away. We will fix the mistake and give you a courtesy waiver. We've got your back.
Click here to report your MLS mistake.
Upcoming Training
BCAR offers Basic MLS Training and Advanced MLS Training monthly at no cost to members. Basic MLS Training is perfect for new MLS users or long-time users looking for a quick refresher. Course topics include editing your profile and dashboard, searching, contacts, stats, preferences, MLS mobile app, and MLS Tax Suite.
To view upcoming MLS Training dates, review our course calendar or contact BCAR staff.
Test your Knowledge
This short test reviews MLS Rules, Clear Cooperation, Delayed Marketing and Coming Soons.
For all MLS related questions concerning violations, complaints, account settings, RETS feeds, rules, policies, listing procedures, Supra, or zipLogix please contact BCARs MLS Director.
Amber Alderton, MLS Director
910-754-9743
amber@bcarnc.com