The Basics

  • Your Information

    Learn how to properly set up your information in the NorthstarMLS for your search portal and emails to clients.

  • Search Basics

    Learn the basics of searching in the NorthstarMLS effectively.

  • Auto Emails

    Learn how to add contacts and set up auto emails to your clients.

Course curriculum

  1. 1

    • Matrix Quick Start Guide Download

    • Home Tab in Matrix

    • Setting Up "My Information"

    • Setting up an Email Signature in Matrix

    • What the Client Portal looks like for your Clients

    • Client Search Portal Updates
  2. 2

    • Running a Basic Search in Matrix

    • Running a Basic Map Search in Matrix

    • Radius Search

    • Recent Searches Drop Down Tool

    • Quick Find an MLS # with the Speed Bar

    • Using the Roster tab to Find Other Agents
  3. 3

    • Using the Photo Viewer in Matrix

    • Icons & Links Under the Listing Photos

    • Virtual Tours and Supplements

    • How to Print Reports in Matrix

    • Viewing Tax Records in Matrix
  4. 4

    • Entering a Contact in Matrix

    • Email a Listing to a Contact

    • Setting up an Auto Email
  5. 5

    • Using TrustFunds
  6. 6

    • Open Houses in NorthstarMLS

    • Open House Guide
  7. 7

    • Add/Edit Home Page & Search

    • Add a Listing

    • Add or Edit Photos to Your Listing

    • Add or Edit Supplements to Your Listing

    • Add or Edit Virtual Tours to Your Listing
  8. 8

    • NorthstarMLS for Mobile Devices

    • Homespotter

    • Inviting Clients to HomeSpotter

    • HomeSpotter Activity Feed

    • Learn About Homesnap Pro

    • Setting Up You Homesnap Account

    • Navigating Homesnap

    • Your Homesnap Profile & Notifications

    • Homespotter vs Homesnap
  9. 9

    • Customizing Your Single Line Grid Display in Matrix

    • Advanced Map Search

    • Saving a Search in Matrix

    • Creating a CMA in Matrix

    • Adding or Removing Additional Fields

    • Customize Your NorthstarMLS Matrix Home Screen

    • Using Market Stats in Matrix

    • Hot Sheets in Matrix

    • Driving Directions in Matrix
  10. 10

    • An Introduction to Realist

    • How to use the Realist Search Tools

    • Working with Realist Search Results

    • Exports & Mailing Labels in Realist

    • Understanding the Realist Property Detail Report
  11. 11

    • Style and Stories Category Definitions

    • Municipalities for NorthstarMLS

    • Neighborhoods Map for Minneapolis & St Paul

    • Minneapolis Communities Map

    • St Paul Neighborhoods Map

    • Neighborhoods Map with MLS Boundaries

    • County Property Records & Government Offices

    • More resources for you

    • How to Change Your Password

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