12 August 2020
Viewing and Sharing Monsoon Reports
The Monsoon tax system allows you to set your Monsoon preferences and create a one-page tax summary report, but did you know there’s also an easy way to customize a Monsoon report before printing or sharing it? Whether you’re doing a tax, MLS or foreclosure search, you can remove...
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29 July 2020
Setting Your Monsoon Preferences
Do you know how to set your Monsoon preferences? Click on the Preferences tab on your Monsoon homepage to discover two ways to customize the look and feel of your user experience. Change Your Color Theme Select a Theme allows you to change the color theme from the default...
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22 July 2020
How to Add Documents to a Listing
Adding documents to a listing in Flexmls is something most agents will have to do in their careers. Some of the more common documents that are uploaded include floor plans, HOA addendums and additional public remarks. Whatever you need to add, you can easily upload it before or after...
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Once you’ve set your client up with a Flexmls portal you might think your work is done. But that’s just where it starts. Your client now needs your help understanding and navigating their portal. Here are some ways you can support your clients with their portal: Welcome Video Send...
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24 June 2020
A Monsoon Search Filter You Might Not Know About
There’s a cool Monsoon search filter you might not know about. It’s often underutilized and underestimated, but it can make all the difference in a search- the is/not option. Certain filters include an is/not option that allow you to fine tune a search based on exact needs. One example...
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17 June 2020
ARMLS Has Live Webinar Classes!
Did you know that ARMLS offers live webinar classes? Well now you do! These virtual classes allow you to bring the ARMLS classroom wherever you are, be it your living room, dining room or even your backyard! Each class is taught by an ARMLS content specialist who will take...
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03 June 2020
Spend More Time with ARMLS
We recently shared some tips on how to make good use of time when your real estate business slows down a bit. Now we’re back with five more helpful suggestions. 1. Customize your Flexmls toolbar so that the items you use regularly are easy to access. 2. Name your...
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Should you send a subscription to just your contacts or add yourself to the recipient list? Or maybe you’d like to only be notified when they open it. And what about Preview Mode? Choosing the best “send to” option for a Flexmls subscription depends on the situation. Flexmls provides...
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08 April 2020
ARMLS Rules: Contact Information in Media
Each year we publish the Top 10 ARMLS Violations and each time media makes the list. It held the #3 spot in 2019! So what exactly do we consider contact info in media? Before we break it down, it’s important to understand that these rules only apply to what is...
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25 March 2020
Have Some Downtime? Spend it with ARMLS!
In the real estate industry no two days (or two months) are ever alike. That’s especially true here in Arizona where we have very seasonal markets. As your business ebbs and flows, you’ll find that sometimes there aren’t enough hours in a day and sometimes you have more free...
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19 March 2020
How Your Browser/OS Affects Your Products
If you’re having trouble accessing systems like Flexmls or Monsoon, it could be the web browser or operating system you’re using. Browser A browser is the software you use to access the internet. There isn’t an official “best browser” to use for our systems. Typically, users report high performance...
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04 March 2020
Searching with Custom Overlays in Flexmls
Searching with custom overlays in Flexmls makes it easy to focus on a specific geographic area that might not be possible to find using the search template alone. This is helpful if you want a particular neighborhood, such as Arcadia, or only part of a subdivision. Once you’ve created...
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02 March 2020
Opening Bids in Monsoon Foreclosure Searches Explained
If you’re getting ready to do a foreclosure search in Monsoon, there are some things you’ll need to know about opening bids. The Opening Bid is the minimum amount that can be offered for the property when the auction begins. Since it’s common for there to be multiple bidders,...
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25 February 2020
Subscriber Satisfaction Series: Looking for Online Classes?
This post is part of our series focusing on the feedback we received from our Fall 2019 Subscriber Satisfaction Survey. We value the opinions of our subscribers and welcome comments and questions any time. Read other posts in this series here. “Why can’t I take a class online?” Want to take an...
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12 February 2020
Subscriber Satisfaction Series: All About ARMLS Fees
This post is part of our series focusing on the feedback we received from our Fall 2019 Subscriber Satisfaction Survey. We value the opinions of our subscribers and welcome comments and questions any time. Read other posts in this series here. “Why do you make us pay our dues in January when...
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06 February 2020
Using the Monsoon Drawing Tool
Monsoon makes it easy to find properties by using the Tax, MLS and Foreclosure search templates. But did you know you can also use the Map features to make your search even more specific? This is especially helpful if you want to search for multiple subdivisions or neighborhoods at...
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31 January 2020
Subscriber Satisfaction Series – Trouble with TransactionDesk
This post is part of our series focusing on the feedback we received from our Fall 2019 Subscriber Satisfaction Survey. We value the opinions of our subscribers and welcome comments and questions any time. Read other posts in this series here. “Bring back zipForms!” “You need to provide more TransacionDesk training.” “Not...
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27 January 2020
ARMLS Satisfaction Survey Results- Fall 2019
What a great way to start 2020! The results of the fall 2019 ARMLS Satisfaction Survey are in and we’re happy to say that overall satisfaction with our products and services was even higher than our previous survey. Some of you even said that you LOVE us! Thank you...
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15 January 2020
How to Get the ShowingTime App
ShowingTime allows you to quickly schedule and manage showing appointments. It also has useful feedback and report features. And to make accessing on the go even easier, ShowingTime is available as an app for devices that support iOS 10+ higher or Android 5+ higher. How to Get the ShowingTime...
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06 January 2020
Should You Take an ARMLS Class?
Should You Take an ARMLS Class? The answer is YES, you should take an ARMLS class! We’ve had a great response to the updated selection of classes offered to our subscribers and hope to see even more of you in our classrooms. While we offer a great selection of...
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