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.

🎉 BONUS GIVEAWAYS!

• Daily drawings for FREE WVMLS dues

• Attend BOTH days for a DOUBLE ENTRY into Day 2’s dues drawing 

• Gift card giveaways throughout both days

💻 Bring a laptop or mobile device 

🍴 Lunch provided both days

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

CubiCasa Feature Highlight: 3D Floor Plan Products

3D floor plan with materials and furniture

CubiCasa offers 3D Floor Plan Products. With just a standard 5-minute scan, you can obtain either a 3D Video Render or a 3D Floor Plan. All 3D products come with the Fixed Furniture add-on for the 2D floor plan generated from the scan, as well as a quicker turnaround time for your 2D floor plan (12 hours instead of 24 hours). These products also continue to enjoy a 20% discount for WVMLS Members!

Check out the 3D Video Render of the Barbie Dreamhouse below...

https://youtu.be/XpaT6odyMrA?si=HwJNSJgAXH11U8Gr

Or Read More about 3D Floor Plans.

Keeping Our Data Accurate: April 2026 Rules Enforcement Update

The integrity of WVMLS data is what makes our marketplace THE trusted resource for real estate professionals and consumers alike. To help everyone stay compliant and avoid common pitfalls, we are sharing a snapshot of the most frequent rules enforcement warnings issued in the month of April 2026.

By understanding where others have run into trouble, you can ensure your listings remain accurate, professional, and fine-free.

The Numbers at a Glance

Last month, the membership support team issued warnings across several categories. While many of these are simple clerical errors, they can have a significant impact on how other members search for and find your listings.

Top 3 Areas for Improvement

1. Geographic Accuracy (Wrong Area/Type)

With 12 recorded warnings, this remains our most common challenge. Whether it’s selecting "Polk County" instead of "Marion County" or marking Area 40 when it should be 50, these errors make it difficult for buyer’s agents to set up accurate automated searches for their clients. More importantly, misidentifying a property type such as Residence vs. Manufactured could result in real-world liability for both Members and the MLS.

• Pro-Tip: Double-check your address against previous listings to verify the Area or use the Area Boundaries map here.

  
  

2. Duplicate Listings

There were 11 warnings regarding duplicate listings

• The Fix: Double check your address or MLS # before entering your listing to ensure you are not inputting a duplicate.

  
  

3. Branding & Listing Status Not Updated

We saw 5 instances each for Branding violations and Listing Status Not Updated.

• Branding Reminder: Keep the public remarks focused on the property. Any mention of your name, website, or “Call…” belongs in the private remarks or agent fields.

• Status Reminder: When a property goes under contract or sells, the status must be updated within the required timeframe (within two business days.) 

  
  

New Categories to Watch

• EAD Updates: Ensure you are updating your Expected Active Date (EAD) while in PRE-status.

• Photo Copyright: Only use photos you have the legal right to use. Using a previous listing agent’s photos without written permission is a copyright violation.

Why It Matters

When our data is clean, everyone wins. It means fewer phone calls to clarify details, better stats and more accurate "Hot Sheets," and a better experience for the clients we serve.

If you ever have a question about a specific rule or how to input a unique property, don't hesitate to reach out to WVMLS. We are here to help you get it right the first time!

Want to be proactive about your Risk Management, register to attend the 2026 WVMLS Risk Management Webinar on Wednesday, June 17^th @ 10am now!

Note: WVMLS has a “warn-on-first-offense” policy, but all of these would be finable offenses if repeated.