Join the CMLS
The Council of Multiple Listing Services (CMLS) was formed in 1957, as the Northwest Council of MLS. The three founding members of Northwest Council recognized the need to share ideas, service models and management concepts.
CMLS is an inclusive organization that brings together an elite network of MLS Professionals, Business Partners and access to a vast base of MLS industry knowledge.
Member Benefits
• Become part of the network of MLS industry professionals representing over 600,000 real estate professionals.
• Subscription to the CMLS E-Lert Newsletter
• Annual CMLS Conference – Be part of the most talked about real estate conference that focuses on the MLS Industry. Listen to industry professionals and be exposed to the latest and greatest technologies available in real estate.
• Participate in workgroups that focus on solving issues pertaining to the MLS industry.
• Legal Seminars – Get your legal team educated on the latest threats facing your MLS and get recommendations for best practices.
• CMLS “Brings it to the Table” Workshops – Get insight on hot topics and issues facing the MLS industry and work with professionals to find solutions.
• Access to industry whitepapers written by experts on topics affecting the MLS industry.
• Access to webinars covering NAR MLS rule changes. Have insight on upcoming proposed rule changes and find out how they will affect your MLS.
• Advocacy for MLS Issues – Be part of the group that takes positions on behalf of our members to help protect and preserve our industry.
• Your participation matters! Whether it’s a joining a workshop, participation in panels and discussions, or working towards joining the CMLS board of directors there are many leadership options available.
Business Partner Benefits
• As an inclusive organization we realize that what others refer to as “vendors” we refer as business partners and are represented with two seats on the CMLS board of directors.
• Connections with decision makers in the MLS Industry – One of the best ways to get your product or service in front of the people that make decisions on real estate technology.
• Access to booth at CMLS Conference – Give your product or service exposure at one of the best real estate conferences in the country concentrating on MLS and Real Estate technology.
• Participate in workgroups that focus on solving issues pertaining to the MLS industry.
• Subscription to the CMLS E-Lert Newsletter
• Advertising opportunities through E-Newsletter, Vendor Spotlight on Website and Annual CMLS Conference.
• Marketing lists.
Regular Membership
Real estate multiple listing service organizations are entitled to be Regular Members in the Council of Multiple Listing Services, Inc., upon approval by the Board of Directors and payment of any then required fees and/or dues. Each Regular Member shall appoint one person as its representative to cast votes on its behalf. This one person must be the Manager of the Regular Member or other sole individual so designated in writing and signed by the Manager. Regular Member Dues are $300.
Business Partner Membership
Organizations providing products and services to multiple listing service organizations may become Corporate Members upon approval by the Board of Directors and payment of any then required fees and/or dues. Such Business Partner Members shall not be entitled to vote. Business Partner Member Dues are $300.
Application/Dues Renewal
1. I agree to adhere to CMLS’s present and future Bylaws, including payment of dues and other charges in accordance with these Bylaws.
2. I agree to promote the exchange of ideas, association procedures and programs which lead to the continuous progress and success of CMLS, its Members and ultimately their customers and the buying and selling public.
3. I agree to strive for such favorable publicity and prestige as may bring recognition and credit to CMLS and its Members.
4. I acknowledge receipt of a copy of the current CMLS Bylaws via the CMLS Web site located at www.councilofmls.com.
5. Enclosed is payment for annual dues in the amount of $300.00 per the schedule above. Please send payment to: CMLS, 2501 Aerial Center Parkway Suite 103, Morrisville, NC 27560 or fax to 919.459.2075.
If you have questions call 919.459.2070.
