Archive for February, 2010

Realtor Brad Wilson Provides his Clients with Free MLS Access with the Addition of IDX Broker

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 18 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 18, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – IDX, Inc. is pleased to include Rain Real Estate's Brad Wilson of Englewood, Colorado, among the growing list of elite rank real estate professionals opting to incorporate their IDX Broker search tools into their websites, connecting potential home buyers with an abundant amount of property listings within their local Multiple Listing Service's (MLS), and in this case the Metrolist – Denver (MTOMLS). Home seekers can now quickly and easily search for their ideal property with the simple click of a button, and all from their own personal computers. This custom IDX solution works by extracting raw data from the MTOMLS, and then tailors the information to fit the style and layout of Wilson's already existing page specifications and preferences. The attractive lay-out and effortless process encourages greater client retention and help to increase lead generation. Prospective home buyers are able to narrow their search results with the plethora of search available when browsing Wilson's website. An advanced search option enables home seekers to view even the smallest of property details, such as: pool, heating/ cooling system, landscaping, fixtures and flooring, to name a few, a basic search covers more general search options, including: price, location and size, a map search, powered by Google Maps, allows consumers to pinpoint their desired property on an interactive road, satellite or terrain map and they also have access to an address search and a listing ID search, covering all aspects of the online property purchasing spectrum. In addition to all of the search information provided to potential buyers, Wilson is also able to make use of numerous helpful utilities, such as: mortgage calculators, virtual tours, detailed traffic reporting and statistics, lead management tools and daily MLS updates, coming directly from the MTOMLS, each assisting him in catering to the real estate needs of his clients. Wilson also has the capabilities to create dynamic title tags and custom XML codes, increasing his listings visibility, along with their chances of syndication with popular real estate search engines, like: RSS Feed, Real Estate for Sale Network, Zillow, Trulia and Google Base, to name a few. About Brad Wilson Brad earned his bachelor’s degree from Colorado State University. He prides himself on being intense, results driven and makes client satisfaction his singular goal. He has devoted his entire professional career to real estate. He started his journey as an Account Executive for a prominent mortgage lender and has extensive experience in all aspects of the mortgage lending Industry. Brad polished his new home sales acumen at a fortune 500 company based in Colorado. About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

Local MLS Listings are Available to Home Seekers Browsing Connie Joys Website with the Help of IDX Broker

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 18 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – IDX, Inc. is excited to announce today, the addition of Connie Joy with The Joys of Real Estate in San Diego, California, to the rapidly expanding network real estate professionals choosing to incorporate a custom IDX solution into the search functionalities of their websites. This innovative and highly customizable Internet Data Exchange (IDX) software has the technology to extract raw listing data from the San Diego Regional MLS (Sandicor), and then formats and transfers the information to indistinguishably match Joy's already existing page preferences and specifications. Easy-to-navigate, these IDX search tools will help with client retention and lead generation by appealing to the constantly growing number of home seekers beginning their real estate search on the internet, before contacting a professional. Unique and comprehensive search features are displayed under the home search portion of Joy's website, providing prospective home buyers with all the resources necessary to find what they truly want and need out of their new property. An advanced search option allows home seekers to browse even the finest of property details, such as: flooring, neighborhood, landscaping, heating/ cooling system, fixtures and storage space, to name a few, a basic search covers more general search options, such as: price, location and size, a map search, powered by Google Maps, enables consumers to pinpoint their desired property on an interactive road, satellite or terrain map, and they also have access to an address search and an MLS listing ID search. Joy is able to fully customize her search tools, her website design and layout, as well as which options will be displayed for her clients to browse, through her own personal administrative login, provided to her with this IDX Broker addition. It is here that she can not only view traffic reports, detailing which pages and listings are being viewed most frequently, and are therefore in the highest demand, but she also has access to daily MLS updates coming from Sandicor, regarding the latest property additions and removals on the market, as well as price increase and decreases. All of these resources and tools aide Joy in managing and organizing her online real estate business in the most efficient fashion possible. About Connie Joy Connie received her BS degree in Computer Science Mathematics from the University of Santa Clara. The Joys of Real Estate mission statement states, “Our commitment as Real Estate Brokers is to provide our clients with the specialized and personal services that they deserve. To make available the information and professional guidance that will enable them to make the best decisions about one of the most important purchases or sales that they will make in their lifetime.” About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

IDX Broker Enables T. Nicholas to Display High Demand Chicago Area Properties in a Seamlessly Integrated Format

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 18 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – The IDX, Inc. team eagerly announces today that T. Nicholas Tyszka with T. Nicholas Realty in Chicago, Illinois, has chosen to provide prospective home buyers with the ability to utilize the features within the Midwest Real Estate Data MLS (MRED), using their search tool application, IDX Broker. This new and innovative IDX addition will enable Tyszka to link home seekers with a multitude of the most up-to-date property listings and details within the MRED, formerly only available to the real estate professional, speeding up the online property search process. Fully customizable by Tyszka according to his own personal preferences and specifications, IDX search tools are seamlessly integrated into his website, and are updated automatically, on a daily basis. Basic, advanced, map, address and listing ID categories are then displayed for potential buyers to browse, helping them to find what they truly want and need out of their new property. The advanced search option, being the most well-rounded and comprehensive, allows home seekers to sift through even the finest of property details, including: pool, landscaping, heating/ cooling system, storage space, roof type, basement, fixtures, flooring, view, included appliances and much more. Consumers then have the option to save their specified search criteria and can sign-up to receive automatic email alerts, the moment a property matching their specifications becomes available on the MRED. According to recent polls, more than 80% of potential home buyers look to the internet before contacting a realtor. With the new ease and simplicity of accessing available properties on Tyszka's website, he has set himself above and beyond his competitors. Through an administrative dashboard, he has the capabilities to not only edit his custom CSS and global wrappers, distributing a unique branding and sense of personalization throughout each page of his site, but he can also access daily MLS updates, coming from the MRED regarding the latest property listing information on the Chicago area real estate market. All of these resources aide Tyszka in managing his online real estate business in the most efficient manner possible. About T. Nicholas Tyszka “T. Nicholas has a unique educational background among real estate brokers in Illinois, holding not only his undergraduate degree but also three graduate degrees in the areas of law and business. He understands that where you choose to live is an important decision for both personal and financial reasons. As such, he tries to approach the acquisition of real estate — whether it be purchase or lease — with an eye towards the economic consequences of choosing a particular property.” About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

Wendy McIntyre Uses IDX Broker To Offer Home Seekers Multiple Search Options and Unique Features

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 17 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – IDX, Inc. happily welcomes today their newest client addition of Wendy McIntyre with Wissota Real Estate, Inc. in Prescott, Minnesota, to the constantly growing number of real estate agents and brokers incorporating custom IDX Broker search tools into their websites. With this new IDX addition, potential home buyers can now immediately and directly access a wide variety of property listings within the Northstar MLS (Northstar), on their own time, just by simply having an internet connection. IDX Broker assists McIntyre by taking the raw data from Northstar and then formats the information to be viewed as though it is a seamlessly integrated part of her site. The listing information is then automatically updated, on a daily basis, providing McIntyre with more time to spend providing each individual consumer with a much more personalized online real estate search experience. Home seekers have access to comprehensive and user-friendly search categories, helping them to narrow their search results, and ultimately find their ideal property. They can also utilize convenient and user-friendly links, where they can email property details, contact the listing agent for more information, take a virtual tour, calculate probable mortgage payments, print flyers, schedule a showing, view large photo galleries and even pinpoint their desired property on an interactive Google Map, creating a nearly effortless online real estate search experience. Beneficial to both prospective home buyers and McIntyre alike, IDX Broker provides an administrative dashboard, providing her with the resources to not only develop a truly personalized and unique website, but to also manage her online real estate business more efficiently. She has access to helpful utilities, such as: detailed traffic reporting and statistics, lead management tools and daily MLS updates, coming directly from Northstar, helping McIntyre to provide her site visitors with an unparalleled and one-of-a-kind online real estate search experience. About Wendy McIntyre “Wendy is a 21 year veteran Realtor with specialties in Listing and Selling Properties, Foreclosures, Short Sales and Closings. As a lifelong Resident of Hastings, Minnesota, she has witnessed the ever changing dynamics of the Real Estate market firsthand.” About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

Easy-to-use IDX Tools Provide Zanthia Hastings Clients with a Unique Online Property Search Experience

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 17 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 16, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – Announcing IDX, Inc.’s newest client addition, Zanthia Hastings with Re/ Max Classic Properties in Charlotte, North Carolina, in joining the rapidly expanding network of real estate professionals opting to customize and enhance the search portions of their websites by incorporating a custom IDX solution. Potential home buyers browsing for properties in Charlotte and its surrounding areas can now view an endless amount of listings, details and photo galleries, provided by this IDX software's relationship with Hastings' local Multiple Listing Service (MLS), the Carolina MLS (CMLS). IDX Broker uses Internet Data Exchange (IDX) technology to take raw data from the CMLS, and then formats and transfers the information to indistinguishably match Hastings' already existing page preferences and specifications. Landscaping, pool, storage space, heating/ cooling system, view, driveway, scenery, exterior material, included appliances, school district, roof type, and flooring are just a few of the unique search inquiries found within the advanced search option of Hastings' site, aiding prospective buyers in narrowing their search preferences, which they can then save and sign-up to receive automatic email updates the moment a property matching their specifications becomes available on the CMLS. Home seekers also have access to a basic search, covering more general search features, such as: price, location and size, a map search, powered by Google Maps, where they can pinpoint their desired property on an interactive road, terrain or satellite map, an address search and an MLS listing ID search. This custom IDX solution is not only beneficial to potential buyers, but to Hastings' as well, beings that he has complete control over the look and personalization of his website, with the ability to edit his custom CSS and global wrappers. An endless amount of resources provided by an administrative login page enable Hastings' to develop custom XML and RSS codes and dynamic title tags, increasing his listings visibility, as well as distributing his company name and business throughout the internet and the online real estate industry. Hastings' also has access to traffic reports, detailing which pages and listings on his site are being viewed most frequently and are therefore in the highest demand. About Zanthia Hastings “This motivated individual (Zanthia Hastings) always starts with a plan; that is because she understands that a plan is the most critical component when it comes to maximizing her time, increasing her efficiency, achieving her goals and getting her clients the results they desire.” About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

Dave Hopkins Simplifies the Online Real Estate Search for his Clients by Integrating a Custom IDX Solution

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 16 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 16, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – With the help of IDX, Inc. Re/ Max Equity Group's Dave Hopkins, along with an abundant amount of other real estate agents and brokers, has elected to enhance and upgrade the search function of his website, creating a quick and simple property search for prospective home buyers. Residing in Portland, Oregon, Hopkins is an active member of the Regional Multiple Listing Service (RMLS), therefore home seekers can now browse a plethora of the most up-to-date of property listings and details, in a easy-to-navigate and efficient format, all without ever leaving his site. This helpful and unique Internet Data Exchange (IDX) software has the technology to take raw data from the RMLS, and formats the information to be viewed as though it is a seamlessly integrated portion of Hopkins' web pages, providing consumers with the latest and most highly demanded listing information on the market. This custom IDX solution addition provides Hopkins' site visitors with five user-friendly search tools, helping to navigate their online real estate search, those being: basic, advanced, map, address and MLS listing ID. Each of these search quarries contain unique features to help the client pinpoint what they truly desire and need in their new home, in efforts to find their ideal property. Easily accessible links give home seekers the ability to contact listing agent for more information, print flyers, take a virtual tour, pinpoint the property on a interactive Google Map, schedule a showing, email property details, view large photo galleries and even calculate likely mortgage payments, creating a nearly effortless online real estate search experience for each individual consumer. Via an administrative dashboard, Hopkins has direct access to an abundant amount of resources, helping him to better manage his online real estate business. Along with having the tools to customize the overall look and design of his site, the ability to edit his custom CSS and global wrappers, and the option to increase the visibility of his listings throughout the web, Hopkins can also view his clients information and saved search criteria, giving him the resources to provide a truly unique experience for each individual client, which is often lost when dealing with real estate online. All of these helpful utilities place Hopkins' website and services above and beyond his competitors. About Dave Hopkins “Dave Hopkins is a 'full time' Realtor who is dedicated to the industry and his clients. He is constantly striving to improve his service to his clients each day. 'I strive to provide all my clients with professional representation, honesty, and integrity in all dealings, so that the home buying and home selling experience will create clients for life.'” About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

Realtor Katy Joslin Listens to her Clients Wants and Needs and With IDX Broker She Helps To Fulfill Them

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 15 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – The IDX, Inc. team is happily announces today its newest client addition, Joslin Real Estate's very own Katy Joslin, to the rapidly expanding network of real estate agents and brokers opting to improve and advance the search functionalities of their websites, making it much simpler for prospective home buyers to perform their property search online. Residing in Waterford, California, Joslin is an active member of the MetroList- Sacramento (Metrolist), therefore home seekers browsing for properties in Waterford and its surrounding areas can now view a multitude of the most current listings on the market, all the while developing their own custom searches, in efforts to narrow their results and find their ideal property The benefits for potential home buyers browsing Joslin’s website are endless. With access to unique and informative search quarries, home seekers can narrow their searches, to as much or as little detail as they desire. They can explore through search options, such as: view, driveway, flooring, heating/ cooling, pool, roof type, recreation, neighborhoods, landscaping, basement, included appliances, storage space and exterior material, in efforts to create a truly custom and personalized online property search. Consumers also have the ability to save their detailed search preferences and can sign-up to receive automatic email updates the moment a property matching their specifications becomes available on Metrolist. IDX Broker supplies Joslin with her own personal administrative dashboard, where she is provided with all the resources necessary to not only create a custom online real estate search experience for her website visitors, but to also place her business above and beyond her competitors with unique branding and custom integrations throughout. She has access to helpful utilities, such as: mortgage calculators, detailed traffic reporting and statistics, daily MLS updates coming directly from Metrolist and lead management tools, aiding Joslin in managing her online real estate business in the most efficient and organized manner possible. About Katy Joslin Residing in Waterford, California, Katy Joslin is a successful realtor and a key member of the Joslin Real Estate team. She prides herself on being a trustworthy, hardworking and honest real estate professional, in a competitive and constantly changing field, and will do whatever it takes to ensure that her clients find the home of their dreams. About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

IDX Software Provides a Custom and Unique Real Estate Search Experience for Sean OSullivans Clients

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 15 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – Enhancing and improving his website with IDX, Inc. services, Winchester Real Estate's Sean O'Sullivan incorporates a custom IDX solution into the search function of his website. This innovative IDX addition enables potential home buyers to sift through thousands of property listings in Oceanside, California and its surrounding areas, all provided by the San Diego Regional MLS (Sandicor) and its relationship with IDX Broker software. This unique Internet Data Exchange (IDX) technology works by extracting raw data from Sandicor, and then formats and transfers the information to indistinguishably match O'Sullivan's already existing page preferences and specifications. Home seekers are then presented with the most up-to-date listings on the market, through a simple and easy-to-navigate search function. A custom IDX solution addition provides prospective home buyers with five resourceful and informative search tools, including: basic, advanced, map, address and listing ID categories, helping to narrow their online property search results, and ultimately find their ideal home. The advanced search option, being the most comprehensive, allows home seekers to browse even the smallest of property details, such as: landscaping, school district, flooring, fixtures and roof type, to name a few, the basic search covers more general search features, including: price, location and size and the map search, powered by Google Maps, enables consumers to pinpoint their desired property on an interactive road, satellite or terrain map, creating an overall more efficient, user-friendly and timely online real estate search experience for all those involved. Not only does custom IDX Broker addition benefit potential home buyers, but O'Sullivan as well. Through his own personal administrative dashboard, he has the capabilities to control all of the functionalities throughout his website, including the way it is formated, designed and presented. He can edit his custom CSS and global wrappers, distributing a sense of unique branding throughout each page of his site. He has access to daily MLS updates from Sandicor, constantly informing him of the latest property listing information on the market. O'Sullivan also has the ability to create dynamic title tags and custom XML codes, increasing his listings visibility, along with their chances of syndication with popular real estate search engines, such as: Google Base, Zillow, Trulia, and RSS Feed, to name a few. About Sean O'Sullivan “Sean O'Sullivan has been a CPA and a real estate broker for over fourteen years. He began buying, selling, and managing his own real estate at the early age of twenty. He is a graduate of California Polytechnic State University, Pomona.(BS/MBA) and is the Broker/Owner of OSR/Winchester. He oversees all Real Estate activity within the company and guides his real estate professionals to obtaining excellence.” About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

Brian Wilson Adds IDX Search Tools to the Wealth of Real Estate Services that his Website has to Offer

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 12 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – IDX, Inc. welcomes their newest client addition, Brian Wilson with the Wilson Real Estate Group in Arlington, Virginia, in joining the rapidly expanding network of real estate professionals choosing to incorporate a custom IDX solution into their websites, giving potential home buyers the ability to perform an easy-to-navigate, time efficient and organized online property search. With these innovative IDX search tools, Wilson will have the capabilities to automatically connect home seekers and potential leads with a plethora of property listings and details within his local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) the Metropolitan Regional Information Systems (MRIS), by displaying the IDX/MLS data feed on his own personal computer. IDX is seamlessly integrated into Wilson's website and set up according to the his specified design preferences. The display of information from the MRISS is easily customizable by the Wilson, with additional options for virtual tours and slideshows, mortgage calculators, customized links and city searches, and map based search results. In addition, Wilson also benefits from IDX Broker's productivity boosting utilities, including: lead management tools, detailed traffic reporting and statistics, daily MLS updates, coming directly from the MRIS and listing link syndication to major real estate search engines. Each of these resources aide Wilson in managing his online real estate business more efficiently. Basic, advanced, map, address and listing ID search features have been selected by Wilson to display on his website, providing prospective home buyers with a comprehensive, easy-to-navigate and timely online real estate search experience. The advanced search option, being the most informative, enables home seekers to browse even the finest of property characteristics, such as: pool, flooring, scenery, heating/ cooling system, storage space, roof type, garage, included appliances, fixtures, landscaping, basement, school district, view, yard size and much more. Consumers also have the option to save their specified search criteria and can sign-up to receive automatic email alerts, the moment a property matching their specifications becomes available on the MRIS. About Brian Wilson Residing in Arlington, Virginia, Brian Wilson is a successful realtor and the leader of the Wilson Real Estate Group. He prides himself on being an honest, hardworking and reliable real estate professional, in a competitive and constantly changing field, and will do whatever it takes to ensure that his clients find the home of their dreams. About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.

Derek Carlson Enhances his Real Estate Site with a New and Unique Design Provided by IDX Broker

Posted by idxbroker MLS management system for realestate agents and brokers news and information on February - 12 - 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2010 EUGENE, ORE. – With the help of a IDX, Inc., Derek Carlson with Southwest Florida Real Estate- The Carlson Group in Naples, Floirda, can now prominently display a multitude of the most up-to-date properties on his real estate website, provided by the MLS of Naples and the way IDX Broker extracts and formats the raw listing data, to be viewed as though it is a seamlessly integrated part of his site. Potential home buyers now have the ability to browse through an abundant amount of detailed and comprehensive search features, helping to narrow their results, in efforts to find their truly ideal property, in the most efficient and user-friendly manner possible. This innovative Internet Data Exchange (IDX) technology enables home seekers to create custom searches according to their specified search preferences, and can sign-up to receive automatic email alerts, the moment a property matching their specifications arrives on Naples. Of five different search categories, including: basic, advanced, map, address and listing ID, prospective home buyers have a plethora of resources to complete the entirety of their real estate search online, if they so choose. The map search feature, powered by Google Maps, enables home seekers to pinpoint their desired property on an interactive satellite, terrain or road map. They may then apply this information in judging their relativity to nearby main roads, landmarks, parks, convenience locations, school districts and other cities, to determine if this is a neighborhood they could envision themselves residing. Not only is this custom IDX solution addition beneficial to potential home buyers, but to Carlson as well. Through an administrative login, he is provided with all the resources necessary to not only develop a truly custom and personalized real estate website, but to also manage his online real estate business in a more efficient and organized fashion. It is here that he can not only edit his custom CSS and global wrappers, distributing his own sense of unique branding throughout each page of his site, but he also has access to daily MLS updates from the SSMLS, regarding the latest property additions and removals on the market, as well as price increase and decreases. All of these helpful, time-saving tools enable Carlson to provide each individual consumer with a much more personalized online real estate search experience. About Derek Carlson “My name is Derek Carlson. I'm President and Founder of The Carlson Group in Southwest Florida. The Carlson Group is a team of full-time, fully committed, fully invested, and fully accountable REALTORS in Southwest Florida.” About IDX, Inc. Based in Eugene, Oregon, IDX Inc. is nationally known as a leading provider of real estate search applications. IDX, Inc. actively manages over $1 trillion worth of active listings data from over 340 Multiple Listings Services (MLS). IDX Broker is IDX, Inc.’s principle real estate software utility and myAgent IDX is its principle mobile application available for the iPhone. The easy to manage and customizable software helps real estate professionals display home listing data from their multiple listing service (MLS) on their individual and/or office websites. For more information on all the services provided by IDX, Inc. please visit www.idxbroker.com.