MLS Committee Application Deadline October 30!

Apply for the 2027 MLS Committee Here!

Members of the MLS Committee are appointed by the President. Appointed applicants will begin their term January 1, 2027.  

Appointments will be ratified by the MLS Board of Directors, and consideration in making appointments will include but are not limited to:

• Brokerage size
• Active, recent use of the MLS
• Regional representation (rural)
• Years in industry
• Field of expertise (broker, agent, appraiser, residential, commercial)
• Knowledge of MLS system/rules/regulations/policies, RESO standards
• Proper balance of broker and agent representation. No less than 50% agent representation (8 committee members)

Members are appointed to 3-year terms. All members appointed will have voting rights. No less than 9 and no more than 15 members will serve on the MLS Committee.

No more than two representatives from a single brokerage, brand, flag, or franchise may serve on the MLS Committee at the same time. 

Those appointed shall not serve more than two (2) consecutive terms. 

Note: Merged and/or acquired MLSs will have representation through the year of executed merger plus a 3-year term. (This would be in addition to the 15 appointed). Appointment of the applicant will be determined by the nominee’s Association and will not exceed the 3-year term. 

Please submit your application by October 30 at 5 p.m. 

MLS RULES & REGULATIONS
VII. THE COMMITTEE The purpose of the MLS Committee is to manage and oversee the operations of the Multiple Listing Service. This includes ensuring that the MLS rule and regulations are followed and maintained in an orderly and efficient system for listing and disseminating property information. (Amended 6/12 and 6/24)

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10/16/2026

Columbus REALTORS® and the Columbus Bar Association have updated the residential real estate purchase contract. The new form will be available October 1 through the forms section of the Columbus REALTORS® website and the member portal. It will begin appearing on the other real estate forms sites over the next 7-14 days.

Please review the entire contract before use. Be aware that any changes impacting how you prepare an offer might include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Buyer broker compensation, Section 1.2: Statement added wherein parties acknowledge broker fees are negotiable and are not set by law.

• Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) recoupment, Section 4.1: A new selection records whether the buyer will assume agricultural use tax recoupment. 

• Fixtures and Equipment, Section 5.1: The fixture “Mirrors” has been clarified to indicate “if attached”.

• Inspections, Section 6: Unless the parties agree otherwise in writing, the buyer is responsible for obtaining inspections and tests. Pay close attention to the inspection period and the requirements for requesting a remedy or terminating the contract.

• Earnest money, Section 12: The separate deposit receipt box from the working draft is gone. The contract still sets out deposit timing, notice and disbursement procedures.

• Closing and possession, Section 15: States that the seller retains possession until the later of the date and time entered in the contract or the actual closing. 

Talk with your broker about how to use the new purchase contract and refer legal questions to an attorney.

View Contract Here

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10/09/2026

New Appraisal Reporting Requirements Are Coming on Nov. 2

New appraisal reporting requirements are on the way, and Columbus & Central Ohio Regional MLS listing data already captures much of the information appraisers will need. To help you prepare, Columbus REALTORS® has created a quick-reference guide.

What’s Changing?

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are updating the Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD 3.6) and introducing a redesigned Uniform Residential Appraisal Report (URAR). The new report uses a dynamic format and calls for more detailed, structured property data.

Under the UAD 3.6 implementation timeline, all new appraisal reports submitted to the Uniform Collateral Data Portal (UCDP) on or after November 2, 2026, must use UAD 3.6.

You can explore the changes, training materials and more in Fannie Mae’s UAD 3.6 overview.

How Your MLS Data Can Help

Columbus & Central Ohio Regional MLS listing data already supports much of the property information UAD 3.6 requires. Knowing what’s available is a good first step as you prepare for the transition.

Tip: The more complete and specific your listing data is (update dates, improvements, condition details), the better it serves appraisers and your clients.

Questions or Feedback?

We’d love to hear from you. Send questions or concerns about the upcoming changes to support@columbusrealtors.com or call 614-475-4000.

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The Flexmls iOS app was updated on October 6th to make it faster and easier to search, compare listings, and manage contacts on the go. Most of the changes, except Selected Lisings workflow change, had already been released to the Android and Mobile Web platforms previously. 

Search with a Radius 
Search for listings within a specific distance of any address. From the map, tap the pin icon, enter an address, and set your search radius. You can easily adjust the radius by dragging it larger or smaller. Radius search is now also available within the search filters.

Save Time Adding Contacts from Your Phone

Quickly add new contacts by importing them directly from your phone’s contact list instead of entering their information manually. Simply tap Import Contact, then select a contact from your phone’s contact list. Your contact’s information will autofill in the app. You can then quickly save the contact to your Flexmls account. Imported contacts will automatically sync to Flexmls desktop.

Selecting and Clearing Listings Workflow has Changed (Android and iOS updated)

This update was available on Mobile Web previously. It has now been applied to iOS and Android native Flexmls Pro apps. The Selected Collection has been removed from the the Collections page. When you select listings using the checkbox at the corner of a property on the map or on the details page they will automatically be added to a new Selected field at the top of the list or properties.

You will be asked whether you wish to clear all previously selected listings at once before beginning a new search. As soon as you begin a new search, you will automatically be prompted to either keep, clear, or always clear your selected listings. 

See More Listing Details at a Glance

The new List View gives you a data-rich look at your search results, making it easier to scan and compare listing information without opening each listing individually. Swipe left or right horizontally to see additional details. Click on the MLS number to open a listing when you’re ready for a closer look.

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Members should be aware of a recent incident at the Glacier Point model home (M/I Homes) where an individual reportedly displayed aggressive, intoxicated behavior toward the model home attendant, including repeated attempts to isolate her from others. A supervisor was required to intervene, and the model has since been closed. The individual is believed to be based in the Dublin area.

Members and builder representatives are asked to remain vigilant: avoid being alone with unfamiliar or agitated visitors, disengage immediately if approached aggressively, and contact local authorities if a situation escalates. 

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08/28/2026

Due to a power outage, the Columbus REALTORS® headquarters at 2700 Airport Dr., Columbus, OH 43219 will be closed today, Tuesday, August 25.

Any meetings scheduled for today will either be rescheduled or moved to Zoom. If you are scheduled to attend a meeting, please watch for an email from your staff liaison or committee chair with additional information.

Member Support will remain available by phone (614-475-4000) and email (support@columbusrealtors.com) as usual between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.

We appreciate your understanding.

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08/25/2026

Please note the following Columbus REALTORS® office closures this week:

Tuesday, August 18: The Columbus REALTORS® office will be closed for the Central Ohio Real Estate Summit at Hilton Columbus at Easton, giving staff an opportunity to participate in professional development alongside members and industry leaders. Technical support will remain available by phone and email throughout the day.

Thursday, August 20: The office will close at 11 a.m. for Employee Appreciation Day for Columbus REALTORS® staff. This time gives our staff an opportunity to step away from the office, strengthen connections and spend time together as a team.  Technical support will also close at that time.

The office and technical support will reopen on Friday, August 21 at 8:30 a.m.

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08/17/2026

What is a No Showings Allowed Period?

• Coming Soon
  • Showings are not permitted while the listing is in Coming Soon status.
  • At the direction of the seller, Coming Soon may be changed to Active before the Active on MLS Date by hitting the End Coming Soon under Status in Edit Listing.
  • Curb offers may be accepted in a Coming Soon Status.
    • IMPORTANT: Even if a curb offer is accepted, the listing must be changed from Coming Soon to Active status prior to showing.
• Temp Off Market
  • Showings are not permitted while the listing is in Temp Off Market (Withdrawn) status.
  • The listing status must be changed to Active before showings may occur.
    • IMPORTANT: Even if a potential buyer has previously seen the property and would like to see it again, it must be changed to Active status before any showing occurs.

Are there any exceptions?

• No.
  • Showings are prohibited during this period.
  • The listing status must be changed to Active prior to ANY kind of “showing”.
    • IMPORTANT: This includes open houses, home tours, area associations, “private events”, neighbors, etc.

Is there a penalty if a showing occurs?

• Yes.
  • Violations of the No Showings Allowed Period will incur a $1,000 monetary penalty.
    • IMPORTANT: The fine is assessed to BOTH the Listing and Buyer’s agents for any showing.

MLS Policy Referenced:

1.05.04 – Showing a Listing During a No Showings Allowed Period MLS Tip: Showings of Any Kind Prohibited During a No Showings Allowed Period

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08/12/2026

The new “Showing Service Name” field now allows the listing agent to select which showing service will be used for each new listing they enter into the MLS.  Existing listings have automatically defaulted to the previously assigned showing service.  It’s still a  good idea to verify that those listing have the correct showing service selected in the new field.
 
All users should claim their Supra One log-in even if they are not a listing agent or do not plan to Supra One/Broker Bay. A Supra One account is necessary to schedule showings for listings that use BrokerBay.
 
Notable changes for showing service selection:
– New mandatory field “Showing Service Name” appears on the Add/Edit screen in the Showing Considerations section.


The field has these selections:
– BrokerBay
– ShowingTime
– Other
– None

When BrokerBay or ShowingTime is selected in the Showing Service Name field by the listing agent:
– Listings will display a button for that service in the dropdown menu beside the MLS #.
– Clicking that button will go directly to that showing service’s scheduling page.

A BrokerBay or ShowingTime button also appears at the top of the Detail tab.
– The old Showing Request button on that dropdown menu will be removed as it has been replaced with the new buttons.



The Showing Phone # field is still available for entering the telephone number of any showing service the agent chooses.

The Showing Service selected will appear on the Reports and web display in the Showing Consideration field.

 
Additional Supra One Details Training, Checklist, and FAQ:
https://columbusrealtors.com/supra-one-brokerbay
 

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07/30/2026

The new “Showing Service Name” field now allows the listing agent to select which showing service will be used with each new listing they enter into the MLS. 

Notable changes for showing service selection:

1. New mandatory field Showing Service Name appears on the Add/Edit screen in the Showing Conditions section:
2. The field has these selections:
   1. BrokerBay
   2. ShowingTime
   3. Other
   4. None

3. The BrokerBay button will appear on the Detail tab for listings that have selected BrokerBay in the Showing Service Name field.

4. The Showing Phone # field is still available for entering the telephone number of any showing service the agent chooses.
5. The Showing Service selected will appear on the Reports and web display in the Showing Consideration field.

Schedule Supra One Training, Checklist, and FAQ:

https://columbusrealtors.com/supra-one-brokerbay

*Even if you do not plan on switching to Supra One/Broker Bay, we recommend attending a training session and claiming your log-in

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07/28/2026