An Intro To CRS Tax Data

As part of Willamette Valley MLS, you gain access to the MLS Tax Suite, powered by CRS Data (also referred to as CRS Tax Data). This powerful tool allows you to search statewide property records, create Comparative Market Analyses (CMAs), and prospect for potential clients.

To get started with CRS Tax Data, sign in to Paragon Professional, and click "Tax" in the main menu at top, and "CRS Data: Tax Search" from the dropdown menu:

The first time you access CRS Tax Data, you will be presented with a End User License Agreement (EULA). Read through it and accept the terms to access the platform, or decline if you do not agree:

If you accept, you will be directed into CRS Tax Data, where you can begin searching for property records:

Note: There is no separate login credentials for CRS Tax Data you will always need to login to Paragon first to access the platform.

Want to learn even more? Check out the CRS Tax Data: Property Records and More! class either on-demand at WVMLS U or register for the next class on the Class Calendar.

CMA Tools At WVMLS

Trying to win the listing? As a member of WVMLS there are 4 tools available to you to help.

This graphic lays out the four tools and their capabilities:

CMA Wizard

Access Point:

Paragon Professional -> CMA -> Create Presentation

Ease of Use: Steps you through the process, multiple manual entry points, deeply linked to Paragon Pro knowledge.

Related Monthly Classes: Build A CMA Presentation(Monthly), Advanced CMA Concepts(Every Other Month), Paragon Searches (Every Other Month.)

EasyCMA

Access Points:

• Paragon Professional -> CMA -> Create EasyCMA

• Paragon Connect -> Main Menu (Hamburger Menu Icon) -> EasyCMA

Ease of Use: Starts with a subject property address/MLS #, minimal manual entry points, knowledge of settings quirks are valuable.

Related Monthly Classes: Introduction To Paragon Connect (Monthly), Build A CMA Presentation (Monthly).

CMA & Client Report Access Point:

CRS TAX -> Comparables -> CMA & Client Report

Ease of Use: Uses currently selected property as subject property, multiple adjustable parameters for automatic comparables engine, more due diligence is recommended on comparables since manual comparables are not supported.

Related Monthly Classes: CRS Tax Data: Property Records & More! (Monthly).

Quick CMA

Access Point:

CRS TAX -> Comparables -> Quick CMA

Ease of Use: Uses currently selected property as subject property, multiple adjustable parameters for automatic comparables engine, more due diligence is recommended on comparables since manual comparables are not supported.

Related Monthly Classes: CRS Tax Data: Property Records & More! (Monthly).

A Spotlight On WVMLS Member Benefits

Did you know WVMLS has some great products and services to benefit the members?

Below is a list of these as well as how to take advantage of them!

ForeWarn, is a Security tool that enhances member safety through real-time identity verification, criminal history checks, and comprehensive data access. ForeWarn is part of a 2-year member benefit trial at WVMLS. Learn how to create an account today by clicking here.

CubiCasa, is a Floor Plan and Virtual Tour creation tool that enhances member capabilities through free basic floor plans and for Willamette Valley MLS members discounted add-on services, including a 3D Virtual Tour. Learn how to setup an account, download the app, and take advantage of a 20% discount as a WVMLS member by clicking here.

Domus Analytics, is a Statistics tool that assists members through real-time market statistics, customizable dashboards, and data transparency. Domus Analytics is accessed by logging into Paragon and clicking "Domus Analytics" under the "Resources" option in the main menu. To learn about the most recent update to the Domus Analytics dashboards click here.

CRS Data's Tax Suite, is Property Records and Prospecting tool that enhances member capabilities through comprehensive property data, seamless Paragon integration, and customizable features. CRS Data's Tax Suite is accessed through Paragon by clicking on "CRS Data: Tax Search" under the "Tax" in the main menu. To read about recent updates in CRS Data's Tax Suite click here.

Along with the above benefits there are additional WVMLS Services available for WVMLS Members to utilize:

Willamette Valley MLS provides Complimentary Forms to members which include listing agreement forms for all listing classes and a listing contract. These forms are also made available on forms vendors such as Skyslope and Zipforms. For WVMLS Forms Click Here.

Willamette Valley MLS provides a Listing Entry Service to members. Submission of a listing agreement with a primary image is all that is required for the Membership Support Services team to get to work. Turn around time is no more than 24 hours, on weekdays, allowing WVMLS members to get back to other business.

Willamette Valley MLS provides Monthly Education Opportunities to members. WVMLS is a OREA Certified Continuing Education provider who offers an average of 5+ hours of CE per month. In addition to, WVMLS provides an informative blog, on-demand education options for members. For the WVMLS Class Calendar Click Here.