The Rules

Participation

IDX is an agreement between Brokers.

If you are in a state where you are a Broker Associate you can only take advantage of IDX if your Managing Broker has opted in to the IDX agreement. If they have not, then you will not be able to utilize IDX.

Whilst Brokers have always had the right to allow other brokers to advertise their listings on the internet, the new NAR policy ensures more consistent and widespread access to this Internet marketing option.

Many local IDX rules say that the local MLS must offer participating Managing Brokers the ability to download MLS data and use it to create their own customized solution. Associate Brokers may also utilize IDX data in their private web sites, but only through templated solutions purchased from authorized vendors.

Participation in IDX is purely voluntary for Brokers and the IDX policy is carried out in accordance with the local rules of your MLS.

Use

To subscribe to IDX services from your MLS, Brokers, Associate Brokers and Technical Partners must be aware of the rules governing IDX. These rules are available from your MLS provider.

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