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Good news!! There is now a Counter Offer feature in AuthentiSign. Watch these short videos to see how to use it!
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Windows XP Users - Please read on!
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Two years ago, Windows XP was 'retired' by Microsoft. In other words, XP is no longer a supported version of Windows. When using XP, your computer is vulnerable from a security standpoint and you may be having trouble using MLXchange/Fusion/ Matrix/Realist/ Instanet/others. Some even consider the use of Windows XP a violation of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics (see blog post here). So, it's time for a change.
If you use your computer for email and MLS tools access only, a tablet (iPad or other type of tablet) may be an effective solution for you. Note: Upgrading your current computer from XP to Windows 7, 8, or 10 is likely not possible or could be as costly as a new PC or tablet. Plus, Microsoft has already stopped mainstream support for Windows 7.
Once you're on a more current version of Windows, you will be using more up-to-date browsers (Google Chrome or Edge, Firefox, Internet Explorer). MLXchange may not work with all of the most recent browser versions but that's ok. Matrix will be replacing both MLXchange and Fusion in July. Matrix does work with all current browser versions and on all types of devices.
Learn more about Windows life-cycles.
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Matrix News page on GRAR.org
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There's a page on GRAR.org called Matrix MLS News. This page has links to documents and videos that will help you become familiar with Matrix. You will also learn what you need to do to be ready for the cutover this coming July. At that time, new listings must be entered in Matrix and MLX/Fusion become read-only. Since our cutover is postponed until after July 5, this gives everyone plenty of time to get in there and get used to Matrix.
- Access matrix now via the MLS Portal Matrix button for Matrix or on your smartphone browse to http://nys.mlsmatrix.com.
- Matrix Training
- 2-hour Video If you missed training in April it or need a refresher; refers to agenda and textbook links shown below
Watch Grar.org for upcoming Matrix CE classes and other shorter workshops we'll be adding in the coming weeks.
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Are you following copyright laws when using photos you find on the web for personal or business use? If you are unsure, try googling this topic to find many articles to help figure out if you can use an image you come across. If in doubt, don't use the image! Did you know that it is against MLS Rules to re-use another Brokers photo's in a listing without prior consent?
The MLS policy regarding Photos is:
- All property types, except vacant land and all statuses must include the exterior front view as the first photo and it must be submitted within twenty-four (24) hours (excepting weekends, holidays and postal holidays) from the time the property was listed, unless the sellers expressly direct that photographs of their property not appear in MLS compilations. (An exception would be a "to be built" property). New Construction may use a comparable rendering or photo.
- Office, agent and personal promotion information is prohibited from being included anywhere on the property photo.
- Photos entered into the MLS cannot be reused by another broker without the consent of the listing broker who originated the photo(s).
- Any and all photos submitted cannot contain watermarks. (Section 1.2-4)
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Today, we clear up the differences between Personal Profile and the Public Figure or Business page, and get you started on how to create them in order to protect your Facebook access. Read more.
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 Tech Tuesdays
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GRAR's Technology Committee sponsors Tech Tuesdays once each month. Register now as seating is limited.
June Topic: Matrix Q&A, Tips! (not a Matrix class)
Instructor: Jane Sweetland from GRAR
CE Credit: 0 hrs
Cost: FREE (GRAR members only)
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Upcoming Tech CE, Training & Tech Tuesdays
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Watch www.grar.org for shorter Matrix workshops on a variety of topics coming soon!
RPR Real Time Data, Market Knowledge Informed Consumers
Instructor: Jeremias Maneiro
CE Credit: 3 hrs
Cost: $35 members / $75 non-members
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