Data Feeds and IDX
RANW MLS joined MLS Grid on January 4, 2023!
RANW MLS has aligned with a company called MLS Grid for Data Feed Management and will begin transitioning distribution technology from RETS to Web API.
See the complete announcement with all of the details HERE:
Past Info:
- February 1, 2023: All new data feed requests for RANW MLS data must be submitted through MLS Grid.
- May 31, 2023: RANW MLS will sunset all RETS data feeds for members, with the exception of WIREX.
Beginning January 4th, members and their data vendors are encouraged to set up their MLS Grid accounts and begin the process of transitioning current RETS feeds to Web API.
Effective February 1, a restructured fee schedule will begin for all MLS Data Services. The fee schedule for RETS and API are the same, and that schedule can be found HERE.
Updated WIREX Data Request Form
WIREX is working on an API option, but data delivery remains via RETS at this time. WIREX is only available to member Companies; agents/salespersons are not eligible for WIREX data.
- WIREX Data RETS Data request form: Click Here
Effective February 1, a restructured fee schedule will begin for all MLS Data Services. The fee schedule for RETS and API are the same, and that schedule can be found HERE.
More Information:
Most vendors currently working with RANW MLS members are already part of the Grid. MLS Grid's help site, mlsgrid.com/resources, offers guides on setting up data consumer access and using API. Through MLS Grid, all forms are signed and submitted electronically.
Transition Process:
- Data Vendors will set up their account on MLS Grid and generate data requests to replace current RETS feeds.
- Brokers (and agents, if applicable) will e-sign new agreements.
- MLS staff will approve the agreements, allowing MLS Grid will give the vendor access to the data.
Note: RANW MLS will not charge members a new set-up fee to transition existing data feeds to MLS Grid.
Why WebAPI? As an association-owned MLS, RANW MLS is required by NAR to comply with RESO standards. RETS (Real Estate Transaction Standards) is being retired and replaced with Web API (web application program interface). Web API is the current industry standard for real estate data transport and the easiest transfer method for web developers to use.
Why the MLS Grid? The MLS Grid was created by a network of MLSs and is designed to help brokers, MLSs, and product vendors work together efficiently to affect cost savings by implementing RESO standards. The goal of the MLS Grid is a single standardized data point of access and management for MLSs and brokers. Its purpose is to improve the MLS industry for the benefit of brokers. The MLS Grid will eliminate redundancies currently in the marketplace.
Benefits for Brokers: Brokers participating in multiple MLSs will only have to adhere to one set of rules, one set of display guidelines, and one compliance process. The combination of a streamlined compliance process and a modern Web API should reduce overall technology costs for brokerages.
Benefits to Vendors: Vendors working in multiple markets can reduce expenses due to a standard Web API, one standardized license agreement, one combined data feed, and simplified compliance enforcement.