GreaterMLS Overview and Information

GMAR members gain access to a fully customizable MLS experience that simplifies daily real estate tasks. With GMAR’s adoption of the Flexmls® platform, the GreaterMLS is positioned to become Michigan’s go-to MLS, offering unmatched accessibility and efficiency statewide. 

For only $99 per quarter, you gain access to all of these great features!

Additionally, members have the flexibility to choose the transaction management system that best fits their workflow. Whether it’s Transaction Desk/Authentisign, ZipForms, or DotLoop, these tools help streamline paperwork, enhance collaboration, and keep transactions moving efficiently. 

• 	Flexibility and Freedom with your MLS The Flexmls® Platform gives real estate professionals flexibility, innovation, and reliable performance.  Your business isn’t one-size-fits-all, and your MLS shouldn’t be either. The Flexmls® Platform gives real estate professionals the power to customize their experience, making it easier than ever to stay productive and efficient. With intuitive search functions, a fully customizable dashboard, and seamless client engagement tools, the GreaterMLS adapts to your workflow, not the other way around.  From managing listings and tracking market trends to automating client emails and personalizing reports, Flexmls® gives you the flexibility to work the way that suits you best. Since Flexmls® is the trusted MLS provider for 12 organizations across Michigan, serving nearly one-third of the state’s REALTORS®, it’s a system designed to grow with you, whether you're in the office or on the go.
  	Sentrilock Electronic Lockbox System   Your GreaterMLS membership includes SentriLock electronic lockboxes and access to the SentriKey app at no additional cost, giving you secure, reliable property access whenever you need it. Lockboxes are assigned to the Designated Broker, who can pick them up or designate someone to do so on behalf of their office. Distribution is based on active and pending listings, ensuring every office gets what they need.  Learn more at gmaronline.com/sentrilock-electronic-lockboxes
  	TransactionDesk:  Transaction Management and Form Platform Cloud-based applications for real estate professionals who want to manage their transactions online.  Contracts, document and file management, electronic signatures, and overall transaction management. Use the new TransactionDesk App to communicate and share documents, forms, and information with your clients using your iPad® or iPhone® anywhere, anytime. Brokerage tools allow companies to manage all transaction files online, and work interactively with their staff and their agents to receive, review, and approve forms and transaction files.  The system helps brokerages mitigate risk through online checklists, robust reporting, and automatically created audit trails.
  	Zipform Transaction Management and Forms Platform Maximize efficiency, streamline workflows, and reduce risk. Powered with the latest functionality and features designed to keep industry professionals at the center of every transaction.    *Zipform Agent edition included at no cost for subscribers, additional fees will be incurred for Zipform Broker Edition
  	Dotloop Transaction Management and Forms Platform A complete real estate transaction management solution that brings people and software together to save time and create a delightful customer experience. Includes document management, eSignatures, easy sharing, a robust mobile app, secure storage, and back office/CRM integrations.   *Additional fees will be incurred for the dotloop Broker version
  	Realtors Property Resource (RPR) RPR is a painless way to share property and market data with your clients.  Provide local data and trends showing what's really happening in any local market. Beautiful RPR reports give your clients a complete and accurate picture for any real estate situation.  Mobile app (iOS and Android) also available.
  	Homes Pro Account Homesnap is now Homes Pro, powered by the same real-time data used by REALTORS®. Snap a photo of any home to reveal hidden details, including home value estimates, interior photos, beds, baths, taxes, lot boundaries, related schools, school ratings, and much more.
  	Showingtime Showingtime is one of the most widely used products in the real estate industry.  A responsive experience that revolutionizes the way showings are scheduled. Allows agents to quickly schedule showings directly from the MLS, receive monthly reports on market activity and trends, schedule and confirm showings, view and manage feedback from buyer's agents, and more.
  	RentSpree RentSpree is a premier rental application and screening suite that provides easy-to-use digital tools that simplify and add immediate value to working with rentals. Easily send and collect lease applications and receive comprehensive screening reports in minutes.
  	Cloud CMA Cloud CMA helps you build better Comparative Market Analysis reports and interactive presentations that win more listings.  Optimized for smart devices - choose from digital or print presentations.
  	InfoSparks Market Statistics InfoSparks is an easy-to-use interface that converts market statistics into visually pleasing graphs in just seconds!  Users can customize reports for various metrics and define the variables that are important to your clients.
  	Realist Realist is a public-record database that allows you to quickly research properties and listings, assess market conditions and trends, value homes, and create custom reports.
  	ListTrac ListTrac provides online activity reporting for real estate brokers and agents offering unbiased, actionable marketing intelligence in one place to help guide listing campaigns. Brokers, agents, and MLS executives can keep a pulse on the performance of their listings with metrics including listing views, leads, shares, and favorites captured from major portals, broker sites, and MLS systems while keeping sellers informed with a weekly report showing how their listing is performing online.

   

The GreaterMLS is provided for only $99.00 per quarter, with no additional office fees charged to brokers!

The billing schedule is as follows:

Participant and Subscriber quarterly fees will be billed on the first day of each month, due on the thirtieth day of same month. Late fees will be assessed on the first day of the following month, providing a 10-day grace period. All unpaid Participant and Subscriber accounts will be suspended from the MLS on the eleventh day.

New members must complete the online application prior to access to the MLS being provided. Fees for new members will be prorated based on the time of application. If joining day 1-15 of the month, the full amount will be billed at the time of application. Alternatively, if joining days 15 through the end of the month, they will be charged one-half of the monthly fees at time of application, plus the additional fees for the remaining months in the current quarter.

This is a separate billing from your GMAR Realtor member dues (which also include dues for Michigan Realtors and National Association of Realtors).

Members will need to login to the GMAR Member Portal to ensure their payment is made prior to the dates indicated above to avoid interruption of services.

This map highlights Michigan’s data-sharing landscape, showing where real estate professionals can access and exchange critical listing information.

Counties in orange represent areas participating in direct data sharing, ensuring seamless collaboration and expanded market insights. Counties in blue indicate data available through RPR, giving REALTORS® access to valuable property information. Counties in gray currently do not participate in data sharing.

With GreaterMLS, you gain access to a broad network of listing data, helping you serve your clients better and stay ahead in the market. 

For a full collection of MLS documents, visit the GMAR Resource Library, where you’ll find everything you need to navigate the GreaterMLS with confidence. 

GreaterMLS Rules and Regulations

Licensed vs Unlicensed Assistants

Fair Housing Guidelines and Advertising

NAR Clear Cooperation Policy

Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Advertising Rules

Commonly Used Forms:

Office Admin and Personal Assistant Application

Listing Release Form

Listing Change Sheet

Exempt Listing Office Exclusive

Disclosure for Delayed Marketing Exempt Listing

Canceled (Unconditional Withdraw) Form

Status Definitions

COMING SOON:   A fully executed listing agreement is held for the property, but the property will not be on the market for at most seven (7) calendar days. No showings, open houses, or broker tours of the property is allowed by anyone, including the listing agent.

ACTIVE:  The property is on the market and no purchase agreement has been accepted. The property is available for all showings, open houses, and broker tours.

ACTIVE – CONTINGENT: A Status of “Active – Contingent” indicates the property is under contract.  An offer to purchase was made by a Buyer and accepted by the Seller contains contingencies or issues that must be resolved before the sale can be finalized.  The purchase contract may have provisions allowing the Seller under specific conditions to void the original contract and accept a different purchase contract, also known as Limited Time Clause.  Showings of the property as allowed by the purchase contract are desired.

ACTIVE BACKUP: A Status of "Active - Back Up" indicates the property is under contract. An offer to purchase was made by a Buyer and accepted by the Seller.  The Seller is considering Back up offers while the status remains "Active-Backup".

PENDING:  A purchase agreement has been accepted, with or without contingencies, and the seller no longer wishes the property to be shown.

CANCELLED (UNCONDITIONALLY WITHDRAWN):  The listing agreement has been terminated, and the property is no longer on the market for sale. If a property is withdrawn and relisted by the same agent, a fully executed cancellation agreement and new listing agreement must be available to send to staff immediately upon request.  Only brokers have the ability to change status to Cancelled.

WITHDRAWN (CONDITIONALLY WITHDRAWN):  A fully executed listing agreement is held for the property, but the property is not being marketed for sale at this time.  A listing may stay in WITHDRAWN status for as long as the listing agreement remains in effect.

EXPIRED:  The time frame of the listing agreement has expired, and the property is no longer on the market for sale.

SOLD:  The sale of the property has closed, and the property is no longer on the market for sale.

Status Changes, including final closing of sales and sales prices, shall be reported to the MLS by the listing broker within 48 hours after they occurred.

We're excited that you are interested in bringing GreaterMLS training to your office! We commend your commitment to the success of your team. We know that GMAR's GreaterMLS brokerage-specific onsite or virtual training not only gets you and your team up and running in the MLS quickly, but it also helps to ensure they are working confidently and efficiently to win more clients, deals, and listings.

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GreaterMLS is the Multiple Listing Service powered by FlexMLS that is available to all GMAR members. It is the largest MLS platform in the nation and provides extremely detailed and powerful search options. It is a platform used by real estate professionals to access and Listings, search for properties and facilitate transactions. It provides tools for both real estate professionals as well as their clients to search for listings and monitor market trends.

MichRIC is a group of local area boards that banded together to provide Data Sharing and cost benefits to members. GMAR is the Greater Metropolitan Association of Realtors® and is one of many boards that has decided to join MichRIC. GreaterMLS is the MLS platform that is provided to all GMAR Members.

GreaterMLS is powered by the largest MLS in the nation, making data sharing so easy and convenient. It offers a variety of features, including the ability to customize search filters, property reports as well as communications to clients. When using GreaterMLS you will have access to the Mobile App that make real estate on the go convenient along with access to a plethora of tools to help advance and streamline your business.

To log into Greater MLS you will visit the ric.flexmls.com or the open the Flex MLS app and enter your username and password. GMAR can provide you with log in credentials if you don’t have yours.

Yes! You can download the Flex MLS mobile app on both iOS or Android devices. This will allow you to view market date and communicate with clients while you are on the go.

MLS Rules and Regulations (revised 09/2025) | Greater Metropolitan Association of Realtors

SentriLock, ShowingTime, DotLoop, ZipForms, HomePro, RPR, Realist, Transaction Desk, Cloud CMA, ListTrac, Market Stats, Realtor.com, Rent Spree, AMS Magic among others.