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Subscriber-Controlled Data Governance

By requiring dual approval from agents and brokers for data access, the organization ensures secure and accountable MLS data use, because shared control fosters trust and aligns data governance with member interests. This strategy centers on empowering real estate professionals by placing data governance directly in the hands of subscribers, ensuring that both agents and brokers must consent to data sharing. It distinguishes itself from top-down or vendor-controlled models by prioritizing member autonomy, accountability, and collective oversight in managing sensitive MLS data. This approach strengthens trust within the professional community and reinforces the MLS as a member-owned resource.

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activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Advocate for the real estate industry WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    advocacy
    Advocates for the real estate industry to influence public policy and protect members' interests at local, state, and national levels, including contributing financial resources to political candidates and elections.
  • Conduct advocacy for real estate industry interests WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    advocacy
    Advocates at local, state, and national levels to influence public policy and protect members' interests, and contributes financial support to political candidates in elections impacting the real estate industry.
  • Deliver technology and property access tools WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Provides SentriLock lockboxes for secure property access by REALTORS® and their clients, and enables online access to class registrations, bill pay, and real estate listings via the organization’s website and FLEX MLS.
  • Engage in community outreach WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Participates in various community outreach initiatives to support the local community.
  • Facilitate ethics and professional standards WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Provides a mechanism for filing ethics complaints and requires new REALTOR® members to attend New Member Orientation and complete the REALTOR® Code of Ethics course.
  • Facilitate member engagement and networking WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Hosts regular events including networking opportunities, workshops, social gatherings, and distributes a weekly newsletter to keep members informed about news, updates, and events.
  • Host member engagement events WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Organizes regular member engagement events, including networking opportunities, workshops, and social gatherings.
  • Manage ethics and membership onboarding WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Requires new members to complete the online New Member Code of Ethics course, attend an in-person New Member Orientation/CE class within 60 days, and submit required documentation such as the Code of Ethics or letter of Good Standing; also provides electronic and downloadable forms for filing ethics complaints.
  • Member engagement and networking WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Hosts regular events including networking opportunities, workshops, social gatherings, and publishes a weekly newsletter to keep members informed about industry news, updates, and upcoming activities.
  • Member onboarding and compliance WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Requires new REALTOR® members to complete the online New Member Code of Ethics course, submit documentation (e.g., Code of Ethics or letter of Good Standing), and attend an in-person New Member Orientation/CE class within 60 days of application.
  • Member support and administrative services WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Offers ongoing member support through staffed office hours (Monday–Friday), an on-site retail store for real estate supplies, electronic and downloadable forms for ethics complaints, and free access to a boardroom for professional meetings.
  • Offer continuing education and professional development WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    capacity building
    Provides free continuing education classes, specialized training sessions, and a leadership program with mentorship to build capacity and develop future leaders in the real estate industry.
  • Offer professional development and leadership training WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    capacity building
    Provides free educational opportunities, including continuing education classes and specialized training sessions, and offers a leadership program with training and mentorship to cultivate future leaders in the real estate industry.
  • Operate regional Multiple Listing Service (MLS) WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Provides a regional MLS to members in Apache and Navajo Counties, including access to MLS data feeds via Web API and internet/mobile access through the FLEX MLS system.
  • Operates regional Multiple Listing Service (MLS) WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Provides a regional Multiple Listing Service (MLS) to real estate professionals in Apache and Navajo Counties, including access to real estate data feeds via Web API and through the FLEX MLS system for internet and mobile use.
  • Professional development and education WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    capacity building
    Provides free continuing education classes, specialized training sessions, and a leadership program with mentorship to support professional growth and cultivate future leaders in the real estate industry.
  • Provide Multiple Listing Service (MLS) WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Operates a regional Multiple Listing Service (MLS) for members in Apache and Navajo Counties, providing access to MLS data feeds via Web API and through its website and FLEX MLS system.
  • Provide member support and administrative services WHITE MOUNTAIN ASSN OF REALTORS
    direct service
    Offers office hours with full staff support Monday through Friday, an on-site retail store for real estate supplies, and access to a boardroom for professional meetings and gatherings.