Newsletter

July 2022

Non-Member Access (NMA) for Supra has been Simplified!

The number one complaint we hear regarding our Supra system, is that it is cumbersome to issue an NMA one-time code to allow members from another MLS, and contractors access to a Supra keybox. On Monday, June 27 an update was installed that significantly simplifies this process. 

If you routinely issue NMA one-time codes for Supra, please check the version of your eKey app (go to More and About) to make sure you have the latest version, which is 5.5.0.468 for Androids and 5.5.3.670 for iPhones. This most recent version of the app will include the simplified process called Grant Managed Access.  

In a nutshell, you will:

1. Tap My Keyboxes
2. Select the keybox (add if not there)
3. Select Grant Managed Access
4. Enter the cell number of the person needing access
5. Set the desired access date and time

See below for more detailed instruction outlining this streamlined process:

For Listing Agent:

 - Granting One-Time Access to Supra Keybox               VIDEO  PDF Doc

For Outside MLS Showing Agent or Contractor:

 - Using One-Time Access Invite to Open Supra Keybox  VIDEO  PDF Doc

Withdrawn by Seller Status

The status of Withdrawn by Seller should be used when a seller changes their mind about selling, but the listing agent does not release them from their listing contract. Properties in Withdrawn by Seller should not be marketed or shown. Just like with Delayed properties, if the listing agent allows a showing, or a potential co-broke agent shows a property in Withdrawn by Seller status, both agents would be subject to fines by the MLS. 

Once a listing is moved to the status of Withdrawn by Seller, it cannot be moved back to Active. 

If the listing agent releases the seller from their listing contract, the status should be changed to Expired.

Reminder Regarding Drone Photos and Video

Photos and video taken via a drone, and loaded into the MLS, must be taken by a drone pilot who is certified to operate a drone for commercial purposes.  When hiring a drone operator, please ask for their Remote Pilot Certificate number as issued by the FAA.   If you are taking your own drone photos or videos for use within the MLS, which would be considered for commercial use, you must have your Remote Pilot’s Certificate from the FAA.  By loading a photo or video tour into the MLS system, members represent that they have the legal right to use and publish said photo or video for commercial use. More information on the operation of drones can be found here.  

Our Rentals Back on Zillow 

Rentals from our MLS are again flowing to Zillow.   If you select Internet = Yes when loading a rental property within Paragon, it will automatically flow to www.wisconsinhomes.com, www.apartments.com and www.zillow.com.    We also include rental listings within our IDX listing feeds for inclusion on agent/office websites that offer a rental search.  Access to add and search rentals is available to all users of Paragon.  Access Listings -> Add -> Rental and Search -> Rental the same way you do for properties for sale.  

Position Open at MLS

We are sad to announce that Gretchen Schutz, our MLS Key Services Administrator, will be leaving to follow her career path as Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach at Loras College in Dubuque.   While we will miss her, we wish her happiness and success.  Her last day will be July 29th. 

If you know someone who may be interested in this position, please pass them this link.   

Upcoming Training Opportunities 

Map Search in Paragon: With Paragon's map search you can visually define areas on a map to search for listings. Join SCWMLS trainer, Dave Bass, for this 30-minute class where you will learn how to draw different shapes on the map and edit them, use layers to show lots of helpful information, and more. This live class will be held via Zoom on Thursday, July 14th @ 2:00pm. Please register here.

Paragon Connect:   Join Dave for a 30-minute class via Zoom where you will learn how to use the mobile version of Paragon, Paragon Connect, on your smartphone. Wednesday July 20th @ 2:00 PM - please register here.

Paragon Overview Classes: We offer weekly live classes for Paragon training. To register for an upcoming session click here.

We have also re-introduced in person classes at the MLS office in Madison. Bring your laptop or tablet, we'll have wifi and coffee. We will offer this class once a month, with the next one on Friday, July 29th @ 9:00am. To register, fill out the form here.

We have recently adjusted county groupings to better align markets, and to ensure sufficient monthly sales to reflect meaningful median and average sale prices. We now report statistics under the combined counties of Adams/Juneau/Monroe and Green Lake/Marquette/Waushara. Before this change, we were not including statistics for Juneau or Monroe counties. 

South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

4801 Forest Run Rd, Suite 101

Madison, WI 53704

(608) 240-2800

www.scwmls.com