Where Real Estate Gets Its Dirt

Chris Osborn and Valentina Shenderovich join Larson Skinner

Larson Skinner Adds Seasoned MLS and Brokerage Counsel as Real Estate Industry Evolves

“Chris has a long history of helping MLSs strategically evolve their forms, policies, and legal strategies” said Mitch Skinner, co-owner and managing member of Larson Skinner. “And Valentina brings the grounded, business-first perspective of someone who has built products and managed risk from inside a brokerage.”

“Together, they add even more depth to how we can support MLSs, associations, and brokerages as the industry navigates rapid change” added Camille Beshara, Larson Skinner co-owner and member.”

Congrats to Chris and Valentina and the Larson Skinner team!

2026 RESO Board of Directors

2026 RESO Board of Directors Announced

“The campaign for technology company seats was particularly competitive this year,” said Rebecca Jensen, RESO Board Chair and President/CEO of Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). “Innovation is at the core of creating data standards, and we are thrilled by our tech community’s willingness to lead the organization forward with the MLS, association and brokerage industries.”

Congrats to everyone. For the full list click here.

MetroList expands, adds Calaveras County AOR

MetroList Expands MLS Footprint Through New Agreement with Calaveras County Association of REALTORS®

“We are pleased to welcome the Calaveras County Association of REALTORS® and its members to MetroList,” said MetroList President and CEO Dave Howe. “By bringing more associations together on a single MLS platform, we are creating a regional MLS that enables real estate professionals to better serve their clients and supports consumers who are increasingly searching for properties across county and regional boundaries.”

You ever read Mark Twain’s The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County? I did!

Quick story, long time ago I was with some friends on a river rafting trip. We stopped by Angels Camp. We had no idea at the time but there was a rodeo and fair going on with a frog jumping contest. I just remember the excitement of just happening upon this and all of us heading to the fair and having a great time that day.

Anyway, congrats to MetroList and CCAR. MetroList is already the largest MLS in the state of California and this partnership adds a few more giant sequoias to the mix.

The consolidation continues…

MARIS selects REcore dashboard, Navigator by Lundy adds 3 new clients

Momentum Builds with MARIS Adoption of REcore Dashboard and New Navigator by Lundy Deals

“REcore, the leading provider of MLS SaaS solutions and data licensing, today announced a surge in adoption across its product ecosystem. MARIS (Mid-America Regional Information Systems) MLS has selected the REcore dashboard, a customizable MLS and association workspace, to power a unified and user-friendly experience for its members. At the same time, Navigator by Lundy, a member engagement and discovery tool distributed by REcore, has been adopted by Heartland MLS, Greater Alabama MLS, and the Minneapolis Area REALTORS®.“

I think I remember something about these guys being on a boat next week. 🚢

Aligned Showings passes 2 millionth mark and introduces usage-based pricing

Aligned Showings Reaches 2 Millionth Showing and Introduces Usage-Based Pricing

“Having booked over 2 million showings across our MLS partners is a huge milestone for us. We continue to add new features to Aligned Showings, which has led to over 91% of active listings using the platform in RMLS alone,” stated Kurt von Wasmuth, CEO of RMLS in Portland, Oregon.”

Many MLS software solutions are bundled or provided at little or no cost. The drawback to these tethered solutions is that they limit choice and competition. Additionally, many of these vendors require licensing and terms that MLS organizations would rather not concede. As the saying goes, ‘When the product is free, you’re the product.’

With Aligned Showings usage-based pricing, MLS organizations can now offer more choice to their agents without surrendering unwanted or aggressive data usage rights.

CRS Data launches data compliance solution

CRS Data’s ListingIntegrity Elevates Data Quality and Automates Listing Violation Detection

“Our goal is to create steadfast and trusted ways to serve the real estate market,” stated Sara Cooper, executive vice president, real estate market at CRS Data. “We had immediate interest from the very beginning. In fact, we had one customer sign on prior to the product being fully developed and demand has continued to rise with a total of six new customers in the last quarter.” 

Lots of activity in this space. Got a feeling that MLS organizations are going to have a lot to choose from. Also, have you taken at look at CRS Data’s website? I’ve been meaning to comment for awhile now but they have done such a good job with it. Very crispy.

MetroList finds a voice

MetroList Introduces Revolutionary Voice-Activated Property Add-Edit Feature

“MetroList President and CEO Dave Howe highlighted the significance of this launch, “This new Add-Edit feature is important for the industry to radically modernize the day-to-day business of real estate professionals. We are thrilled to continue partnering with Lundy and Rapattoni to set new real estate standards.”

Pretty cool! The new voice search on MetroListMLS.com (also powered by Lundy) just keeps getting better and better—super fast! So, adding their voice recognition to listing input seems like a no-brainer.

Side note: Zillow’s voice search experience on the iPhone is much slower and more finicky, in my experience, compared to what Lundy has accomplished. Not sure why Zillow (or Realtor.com/Homes.com) hasn’t bought Lundy already… hint, hint.

That being said, I mostly use voice as an input device at home with Siri on my HomePod: “Siri, start a timer for 4 minutes,” or “Siri, what’s the weather like today?” I’ve just started getting more comfortable using voice with ChatGPT. I’m still a little self-conscious about it, but I know that will fade as AI improves.

Great to see MetroList and Rapattoni driving this innovation—it’s really close to magic!

Nykia Wright is NAR’s new CEO

Nykia Wright Named Permanent CEO for the National Association of Realtors®

“Wright began her career in the financial services industry and, prior to leading the Sun-Times, was a strategy and business transformation consultant who advised Fortune 500 companies and top tier universities on operational, financial and performance improvement projects. 

She is also the co-founder of SonicMESSENGER, a software-as-a-service (SaaS) startup helping democratize audience engagement and measurement by leveraging smart audio.” 

NAR

I think I could come up with 10 reasons why an outsider is the right choice and 10 reasons why an “insider” would be the right choice. But, in the end not having any baggage of any previous relationships in this case is a good thing. As I’m fond of saying, loyalty costs. God speed Ms. Wright.

CoreLogic launches OneHomeowner

CoreLogic Launches OneHomeowner – A New Engagement Platform for Agents to Nurture Relationships and Win Business 

“Today’s clients have portals to manage their healthcare, personal finances and education, but there isn’t anything to manage their home,” said Kevin Greene, general manager of Real Estate Solutions at CoreLogic. “CoreLogic solves this problem with OneHomeowner. Just as importantly, it gives agents an effective tool to ​stay connected in a valuable way ​and deliver an exceptional ​homeowner ​experience to their clients ​for years​.”  

Kevin Greene, CoreLogic

With housing inventory levels still at record lows it is going to be important that brokers and agents look at other avenues to retain and grow their business. I think there is a tremendous opportunity for agents who go beyond just the buy and sell aspect of their business and look for opportunities on the nurture side too. They already have their trust, what other services can they provide?

Polyglot listings arrive in Staten Island MLS

Staten Island Multiple Listing Service Partners With DirectOffer, Inc. to Give Subscribers a New Way to Enhance Their Property Listings

“At SIMLS, our subscribers serve a diverse set of clients, and we are committed to providing innovative tools that empower them to make homeownership a possibility for more people,” said Sandy Krueger, President and CEO of Staten Island Multiple Listing Service. “We couldn’t be more excited about our partnership with DirectOffer. DO AudioTour’s multi-language and closed captioning capabilities ensure that our subscribers’ property listings are reaching the broadest audience, while supporting our ADA and DEI initiatives.”

Sandy Krueger, President and CEO of Staten Island Multiple Listing Service

Chéri(e), arrête la voiture !

Sponsored By VESTAPLUS