MetroTex offices will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. We’ll reopen Monday, June 22, ready to support you. During the closure, members can still access After-Hours Support and key online resources for MLS, Supra, forms, and other essential tools. Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and […]
Reports of SUPRA Service Outage
8:00 PM UPDATE: SUPRA reports that the eKEY update system issue has been resolved and key service functionality has been restored. Keyholders may now resume normal use. At this time, the outage appears to be resolved. Thank you for your patience throughout the day as SUPRA worked to restore service. —- 5:00 PM UPDATE: While […]
Why Water Infrastructure Matters to the Future of North Texas Real Estate
Few issues will have a greater impact on the future growth of North Texas than water. As REALTORS® help clients navigate one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, understanding the infrastructure that supports that growth is becoming increasingly important. During a recent presentation to MetroTex members, Jason Pierce, Director of Governmental Affairs & Communications […]
MetroTex Announces Proposed 2027 Officer and Director Slate
The MetroTex Association of REALTORS® is pleased to announce the proposed slate of candidates for 2027 officer and director positions, as approved by the Board of Directors at its May meeting. The following members have been nominated to serve: Additional NominationsMembers wishing to make additional nominations may do so by submitting a written request, signed […]
A Better Realist® Experience Is Here
Property research just got a major upgrade. Realist® recently launched a refreshed experience designed to make finding property insights faster, easier, and more intuitive. With updated navigation, a modernized report layout, and a new AI-powered property summary, the platform now delivers a smoother workflow from start to finish. Whether you’re preparing for a listing appointment, […]
Beyond the Sale: How REALTORS® Are Serving North Texas
When most people think about REALTORS®, they think about home sales, contracts, negotiations, and helping families navigate one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. But across North Texas, REALTORS® are doing far more than facilitating real estate transactions. Every day, REALTORS® throughout the MetroTex service area are volunteering, fundraising, mentoring, advocating, and investing […]
Common MLS Violations to Avoid in 2026
The first quarter of 2026 has already flown by, and MetroTex Compliance continues working hard to help maintain the integrity and accuracy of NTREIS MLS data. As a reminder, many MLS violations are easily preventable with a quick review before submitting or updating a listing. Below are some of the most commonly reported MLS violations […]
North Texas Housing Market Shows Continued Stability as Sales Activity Increases
The North Texas housing market continued demonstrating resilience and stability as single-family home sales increased year-over-year, according to the latest market data released by the MetroTex Association of REALTORS®. Residential single-family home sales totaled 8,240 transactions, representing an 8 percent increase compared to the same period last year. Dollar volume also rose 8 percent to […]
Understanding MLS Clear Cooperation Policy and Recent Coming Soon Changes
The MLS Clear Cooperation Policy continues to be one of the most important compliance requirements for REALTORS® marketing listings through NTREIS. As marketing strategies continue evolving across social media, email campaigns, and digital advertising, it is critical for members to understand when a listing must be entered into the MLS and how Coming Soon status […]
New Contract Changes Are Coming July 1
Texas real estate forms are getting a significant update in 2026, with changes affecting contracts, disclosures, listing agreements, broker compensation language, notices, and more. Many revised forms may be used voluntarily once available, while several mandatory forms take effect July 1, 2026. The updates stem from revisions by both the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) […]