MLS (Multiple Listing Service)

The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is a comprehensive database used by real estate professionals to share information about properties for sale. It allows agents to see detailed listings, including photos, prices, and features, broadening their access to available homes. This system promotes cooperation among agents, increases the exposure of each property, and helps buyers find homes more efficiently. The MLS is typically managed locally or regionally and is accessible only to licensed real estate agents who subscribe to it, ensuring accurate and up-to-date listings across the housing market.