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Newsletter Summary
- New case study with Hive MLS and SourceRE about MLS data exchange
- Save the date for the International MLS Forum in Toronto in September
- New organizations with Data Dictionary 2.0 certifications
- Three Questions with leaders from DirectOffer and MetroList
- RESO Reaches India, France and the UAE!
RESO 2025 Spring Conference: Standards in the Sonoran
It’s not too late to register for the 2025 RESO Spring Conference in Tucson, Arizona, April 15–17.
Come for the thought-provoking content, the inviting atmosphere of an intimate group and moments that people will talk about for years to come.
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On the RESO Blog
MLS Data Exchange Takes a Bold Step Forward
Hive MLS faced a daunting challenge: how to unify and manage its rapidly expanding data operation while maintaining flexibility for its 19,000+ subscribers.
To create a pathway for integrating multiple systems across 18 stakeholder MLSs and associations, they adopted RESO standards and partnered with SourceRE to create a centralized, interoperable data management framework to support all future technology endeavors. | READ MORE
Intentionally International
Know Before You Go: Traveling to Canada
The Council of Multiple Listing Services (CMLS) has created a web page of practical tips for those who are heading to Toronto for CMLS2025, September 23–25. | SEE TIPS
The 3rd International MLS Forum will also be held September 25–26 in Toronto directly following CMLS2025. | REGISTER | SPONSOR
RESO Participates in Shaping the Future of Real Estate in India
The National Association of Realtors – India (NAR-INDIA) recently held its annual NARVIGATE conference in Delhi. International leaders were invited to speak, including RESO’s Sam DeBord and RESO members Shayne Fairley, Marion Weiler and Matthew Kallumadil of Stellar MLS. | READ MORE
The event featured top real estate dignitaries, including Shri Manohar Lal, the Hon. Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs of India. There were 800+ people in attendance, including brokers, developers, landlords, investors, bankers and other key real estate stakeholders.
NAR-INDIA and RESO agreed to join one another’s organizations as mutual members.
RESO and Advanced Real Estate Services (ADRES) Meet to Plan for 4th International MLS Forum (IMLSF) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The plans for the 2026 IMLSF continue to take shape as ADRES and RESO met in Abu Dhabi to plan the physical and audience logistics for the event. Participation is expected to expand to even more countries with Asia, Middle East and African representatives adding to the large contingent of attendees from Europe and the Americas.
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, is consistently ranked as one of the world’s safest cities, with incredible experiences in arts, architecture and entertainment. With waterfront access all around and Dubai just a short drive away, visitors will want to enjoy not just the forum but also a little time touristing in the UAE.
Certification Update
The following organizations recently achieved Data Dictionary 2.0 certification:
- Hawaii Information Service (MLS Hawaii)
- MLS Grid
- OneKey® MLS
- Unlock MLS (Austin Board of REALTORS®) – new with MLS Grid; also with Cotality (formerly CoreLogic)
View results in RESO Analytics, or see RESO Certification Statuses & Map for all MLSs.
Contact your vendor for certification questions, or dev@reso.org for technical questions.
New Members
Advanced Real Estate Services (ADRES)
ADRES is a proptech venture developer in Abu Dhabi, UAE, that utilizes the latest technology to provide efficient real estate solutions.
CompCurve
CompCurve specializes in data discovery and analytics for the real estate industry, turning raw data into actionable insights and interactive experiences.
Coralytics
Coralytics is a real estate AI marketing platform that seeks to streamline operations, enhance listings and attract buyers, tenants and sellers. Services include automated content moderation, multimedia content interpretation, and image and text generation and enhancement.
Hello Drew
Hello Drew is an AI-powered voice and task assistant for lead management, deal closing and everything in-between. Drew was built to bridge the gap between what agents need and what tech can do, including completing tasks like automating calls, scheduling appointments, managing leads and closing more deals 24/7.
Rainplan
Rainplan is focused on stormwater intelligence – optimizing proptech strategies with stormwater runoff and incentive data – and driving sustainable, informed decisions with low-code APIs.
Syndicat National des Professionnels Immobiliers (SNPI)
SNPI is the national union of real estate professionals in France. Its members consist of real estate agents, property managers, condominium trustees, negotiators and other experts from approximately 15,000 companies.
RESO’s Working with Real Estate Data – Business (RED-B)
This self-paced online course provides:
- a primer for understanding how data flows through the industry
- a popular option for onboarding new employees and volunteer leaders
- education for both nontechnical and technical professionals
- a RED-B designation upon completion
MORE INFO | SEE THE COMPLETE LIST OF RED-B DESIGNEES
Three Questions
The Three Questions interview series introduces you to real estate professionals on a personal level every other Friday. | VISIT THE THREE QUESTIONS ARCHIVE
Recent entries:
- Lori Coburn of MetroList (including an homage to Rick Trevino)
- Kathleen Lappe of DirectOffer
RESO Workgroup Meetings
Interoperability Workgroup | March 11, 2025
The group discussed how ActivityPub may help with interoperability and passing data between systems. They also discussed how the typical process of populating listing or licensee data to many endpoints using traditional methods like replication can be simplified. | NOTES
Bulk Sale Subgroup | March 12, 2024
The group reviewed the PackageSale Resource proposal and discussed any additional fields that may be needed, as well as the concept of this new resource acting as a “container” for one-to-many property records. A survey will be sent to a larger volunteer group to gather feedback on this structure and its potential use. | NOTES
Fast Track Subgroup | March 18, 2025
The group reviewed previously approved Fast Track suggestions that have been sent back to the group for reconsideration. Several suggestions were recommended for the Data Dictionary Workgroup, including whether Stove should be a synonym of Cooktop, additions to ConstructionMaterials and a way to communicate that a residential property has a lawn sprinkler system. Additionally, it was recommended that the Residential Income PropertyType be removed as a related suggestion for the Multi Family PropertySubType. | NOTES
Internet Tracking Workgroup | March 19, 2025
The group reviewed the Tracking Fields 2.0.11 Spreadsheet and discussed how some common behavior Advanced Metrics may fit in with the specification. The ActivityPub protocol and its potential to help with RESO standards was discussed, which was coincidentally a topic at the March 2025 Interoperability Workgroup meeting. Current U.S. privacy laws by state and a historical timeline of U.S. privacy laws were also presented. | NOTES
Data Dictionary Workgroup | March 20, 2025
The group approved Cottage as a new lookup under the ArchitecturalStyle field. Additional items and proposals discussed that require further scrutiny and expert input include, Energy Performance Certificates for the EU, CurencyTypes and Data Dictionary Payload Additions. | NOTES
Broker Advisory Workgroup | March 27, 2025
The group discussed the Multiple Listing Options for Sellers policy from the National Association of REALTORS®. The group exchanged information on feedback they are getting from agents in their respective markets, how the policy may be implemented, and how cases such as data shares or client portals may be affected. Additionally, a slide presentation on “Coming Soon” listing in the San Francisco Association of REALTORS® marketplace was shared. | NOTES
Upcoming RESO Workgroup Meetings and Key Topics
Here are the major topics of discussion for next month’s workgroup meetings, several of which will occur at the RESO 2025 Spring Conference. Members can review workgroup agendas in the RESO Workgroup Collaboration System. | JOIN A WORKGROUP
Apr 7: Transport – Data Dictionary 2.1 updates, standardizing school and city information, Days on Market calculations
Apr 9: Bulk Sale – In pursuit of a PackageSale Resource; group members should watch for a survey about this structure and its potential use
Apr 15: Broker Advisory – “Broker Spotlight: Why Brokers Need RESO, and What Brokers Want from Us” with James Dwiggins of NextHome
Apr 15: Research & Development – Recap of recent workgroup activities; Data Consistency and Integrity Business Case and its new Integrity and Consistency Rules Supplement
Apr 16: Interoperability – Recap of recent workgroup activities; how ActivityPub may help with general interoperability and passing data between systems
Apr 16: Data Dictionary – Recap of recent workgroup activities; Energy Performance Certificates for the EU; Currency for International Markets; Data Dictionary Payload Additions; Additional Living Quarters Shape Proposal
Apr 17: Transport – Recap of recent workgroup activities
Apr 17: Certification – Data Dictionary testing rules
