Listing Accuracy Starts Here: Address, Mapping & Tax Data

Accurate listing data keeps the MLS reliable for everyone. Recent compliance checks across North Texas show more address and mapping errors, which can knock listings out of map-based searches or place them in the wrong location. Start with the checklists below to keep your listings accurate and easy to find.

Enter the Full Address in the Right Fields

Address formatting is one of the most common trouble spots. Each part of the address belongs in its own field so the system can place and search the property correctly.

Example: 123 S. Main Street, Alpine, TX 12345 should be entered like this:

• Street Number: 123
• Street Direction: S
• Street Name: Main
• Street Type: Street
• City: Alpine
• State: TX
• ZIP Code: 12345

When you separate the address like this, the MLS can map the listing correctly and display accurate information to other agents and consumers.

Use Realist Tax as a Guide, Then Verify

Realist Tax gives you helpful property data, but it does not pull in real time from the county appraisal districts. Updates occur periodically, so some records may lag behind what the CAD shows. Before you submit your listing:

• Review the Realist Tax record for the property.
• Look for anything that seems outdated or inconsistent.
• Compare those details against the county appraisal district.
• Correct any discrepancies in your listing entry.

A quick cross-check up front helps you avoid corrections and compliance issues later.

Get the City and Map Pin Right

Two areas that need a closer look are the city you choose and the map pin location. Keep these rules in mind:

• Use the CAD jurisdiction city, not the USPS mailing city, when CAD lists one.
• If CAD does not list a taxing jurisdiction, you may use the USPS city.
• After you enter the address, always open the map view and confirm the pin sits on the correct property.

Skipping these steps can cause your listing to drop out of map-based searches or appear in the wrong area.

Quick Accuracy Checklist

Before you publish, take a moment to confirm:

1. Each part of the address is entered in the correct field.
2. The city matches the CAD jurisdiction city when one exists.
3. You used the USPS city only if CAD does not list a taxing jurisdiction.
4. The map pin sits on the correct property in map view.

If you have questions about MLS rules or best practices, your MetroTex MLS team is here to help.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of our MLS Compliance Series, where we’ll walk through short sales and feature fields.