The rapid retrieval of real-time real estate data

Success in the ever-changing world of real estate demands that you rapidly retrieve real-time information. To get the data you need, when you need it, iMapp's brand new Desktop Gadget gathers tax information and MLS data and sends it directly to your desktop—without having to open your Internet browser.

This Desktop Gadget is compatible with PCs and Macs with the following applications: Windows Vista Sidebar Gadget, Google Desktop Gadget, Yahoo! Widget, Mac OS/X Dashboard Widget.

To install, click on the "Add Gadget" button within the header section while you are logged into iMapp.

Once installed, the Desktop Gadget allows a simple search of iMapp tax and MLS data. Searchable tax criteria include Owner's Name, Property Address and Parcel ID. MLS search options include Listing Number and Property Address.

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Saving money on your virtual tours with RealBiz360 has just gotten better. Not only can you save hundreds of dollars by switching to RealBiz360 from a virtual tour competitor, you can actually receive free service.

Here's how! For each agent you refer to RealBiz360 that signs up for unlimited virtual tours for just $5 per month, you will receive one month free. There's no limit to the number of agents you can refer to RealBiz360. Refer one, get one… refer three, get three… refer 12 and get a whole year free! Your referrals are saved in your account as credits, which will be redeemed automatically during each billing.

In addition to having access to creating an unlimited number of virtual tours, your $5 per month subscription allows you to create stunning panoramas, animated slideshows, flyers, postcards and dynamic reports. The photos can be created with a regular digital camera—no special equipment needed. You can also publish your virtual tours to social media sites like Facebook and YouTube.

Looking to list a pre-construction home? If you have a permit or a full set of engineered plans, then go for it. For more information, please refer to the pre-construction rule below:

Article 4.1-1E: Pre-Construction Homes

Pre-construction homes may be listed under the Residential property type if a permit and/or a full set of engineered plans exists at the time the listing is entered into the MLS.  The list price must include both the residential structure and the lot. Disclosure of the "construction start date" and "projected completion date" is mandatory in the Public or Additional Remarks. Documents validating the permit or plans must be provided to the MFRMLS within two (2) business days of the request.

We've recently wrapped up our first mini-tech fair, dubbed "My Florida Showcase." Considered a huge success, we met with hundreds of members in Orlando, Port Charlotte, Sarasota and Tampa. Our trainers, joined by representatives from Blue Dasher, iMapp, MarketLinx and RealBiz360, gave hands-on demonstrations of all of our productivity and marketing products—including our new commercial website, My Florida Commercial Real Estate.

In all, about a dozen different products were demonstrated. If you would like to receive more information on some of our products and services, please check out the products in the member benefits section of MFRMLS.com or click on one of the product links below:

The Showcase was packaged with MFR's new broker forum series "The Inside View."  Each two-hour session focused on upcoming changes, current policies and garnered valuable broker feedback.

Stay tuned for future "Inside View" broker forums and "My Florida Showcase" mini-tech fairs.

Having difficulty searching for waterfront properties? Here’s a handy tip from our training team.

Several months ago MFRMLS changed the way agents identify attributes of waterfront or water access properties.  Many folks are struggling so we wanted to lend a hand and provide some tips for you.  First, let's talk about entry of the listings—we all know good search results begins with good data entry.

When entering your waterfront properties you have several choices.  The first of which is "Water Access Y/N."   This field should be used only when the subject property has deeded access to one or more of the water types showing in the pick list choices after choosing "Yes."

The next choice will be: "Water Frontage Y/N."  This field should be used only when the subject property touches water.  If "yes" is selected, the next choice in the pick list will be "Water View."  "Water View = Yes" should only be selected if the subject property has a view of water.  If you have chosen "Water Frontage = Yes" and selected the appropriate type of frontage, you can then enter the physical attributes in the "Water Extras" field.  This field is used to describe in more detail things such as boat docks, lifts, etc.  Definitions for all of the water choices can be found at http://mfrmlsuniversity.com/mod/glossary/view.php?id=209.

When you are searching for waterfront, water access or water view properties for your buyers these definitions may be of help.  Let's say for instance you are searching for a waterfront property with a dock for Mr. Buyer.  On your search template, enter the requirements for price, location etc.; then go to the water frontage field and choose which types of water front property are acceptable; finally go to the water extras field and choose the applicable physical attributes—in this case "dock slip deeded on site."

Keep in mind the search results will be dependent on the choices entered by the listing agent.