Join Paragon and CRS Data for a 2-Day Tech Bootcamp Tuesday and Wednesday, May 26 & 27 From 10am-4pm at the WVMLS Office.

Don't miss out on these informative in-person sessions.

Day 1: Paragon On the Go (Tuesday, May 26 From 10AM-4PM)

Selling season is here! Join us for an interactive, hands‑on class exploring all the great new features in Paragon Connect and the new to WVMLS members Paragon App Suite. We’ll show you how to stay productive wherever you are, simple, practical, and fun to learn!

• Near me search

• Easy CMA

• Walk the property lines

• Import your contact from your phone

• Edit your listing on the go

• And Much Much More!

RSVP FOR DAY ONE TODAY

Day 2: Mastering CRS Data MLS Tax Suite: Data, Prospecting & CMAs (Wednesday, May 27 From 10AM-4PM)

• Learn how to access CRS Data’s MLS Tax Suite directly from your MLS and navigate the platform with confidence.

• Enhance your property research skills and elevate the level of information you provide to your clients, helping you stand out in a competitive market.

• Prospect like a pro and create CMAs your way, tailored to your unique approach and client needs.

• Don’t miss this opportunity to fully leverage the powerful tools your MLS provides and make the most of everything available to you.

RSVP FOR DAY TWO TODAY

To get the most out of these trainings, please bring a mobile device (laptop, tablet, etc.)

Lunches Provided by WVMLS

PSA: Zoom Scam

Zoom scams are on the rise know how it is initiated and ways to safeguard yourself below.

How The Scam Is Initiated

An out of state lead will contact saying they found your information on the web and are looking to purchase real estate in Oregon. They will then ask to meet via Zoom. The link they send is actually Malware.

Other Versions of This Scam

• You may receive an email warning that your Zoom account will be deactivated and it will contain a malicious Zoom link.

• You may receive "Missed a meeting" or "Rejoin" emails which contain the malicious Zoom link.

Although Zoom is the most commonly utilized for this scam be aware that there have been reports of this scam also ran on platforms such as: SnapChat, WhatsApp, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meetings.

Always be vigilant when a lead initiates communication, verify first, and best practice is to host any remote meetups yourself instead of relying on potentially dangerous links from untrusted sources.

Get To Know Paragon Connect

What is Paragon Connect:

Paragon Connect is a responsive* future-state version of Paragon. It is accessed through an internet browser and contains the same live-data that it's counterpart Paragon Professional houses.

At A Glance (Paragon Professional & Paragon Connect)

Paragon Professional (Dashboard)

Paragon Connect (Dashboard)

How to Access Paragon Connect:

Paragon Connect can be accessed multiple ways, below are a few:

If Not Logged in to Paragon Professional:

1. Click "Paragon Login" on wvmls.com from a mobile device, if it is your first time visiting this login on your device it will come up with a prompt asking if you'd like to proceed to Paragon Connect.

2. Go to https://wvmls.paragonrels.com/ParagonConnect/wvmls/login to login.

If Logged in to Paragon Professional (these methods will automatically log you in to Paragon Connect):

1. Click Paragon Connect in the main menu (located next to Preferences).

2. Click Resources in the main menu and then Paragon Connect in the dropdown menu.

Features Exclusive to Paragon Connect:

• An improved reverse prospecting tool that works off an opt-out system. Read more about this feature.

• The ability to setup Hotsheet Alerts which are targeted searches that you can utilize to stay current on market happenings in the targeted area(s). The alerts are in a Widget on the homepage of Paragon Connect and can be manually checked on login. Read more about this feature.

• EasyCMA a CMA creation tool that allows you to create a CMA presentation for Residential subject properties.

• Customizable Themes. Allowing you to choose from a set of banners and customize the colors in the application.

  
  

Common Misconceptions about Paragon Connect:

Misconception: Paragon Connect is really only for use on Phones and Tablets.

Reality: Paragon Connect was designed to be responsive* and works on Desktops, Laptops, Mobile Phones, Tablets, and other devices that have an internet browser.

Misconception: Paragon Connect doesn't have the same features as Paragon Professional

Reality: Paragon Connect has almost entire feature parity with Paragon Professional. At time of writing the main features missing from Connect are a full-featured CMA Wizard and Statistics module.

Want to learn even more? Check out the Introduction to Paragon Connect class either on-demand at WVMLS U or register for the next class on the Class Calendar.

*the app will adjust its layout to make navigation and usability easy no matter the device.