As part of our ongoing commitment to elevating professionalism and maintaining the integrity of our MLS® system, Greater Vancouver REALTORS’® (GVR) MLS® team proactively audits MLS® listings.

Our aim is to reduce member frustration and increase MLS® data accuracy.

GVR’s MLS® team will conduct audits to verify that listings meet the standards set by the Rules of Cooperation, starting with ensuring all necessary documents and pictures are uploaded within 24 hours.

As we refine this process, we’ll expand the scope of our audits to address other issues such as missing data, incorrectly completed fields, and violations in remarks.

GVR's listing audit process identified 362 new listings that were uploaded without a strata plan, and 115 new listings that were uploaded without a Title Search in the month of March.

When surveyed, most common complaints among members revolve around incomplete or inaccurate information on MLS® listings.

The MLS® system is a critical tool for Comparative Market Analyses (CMAs) and for generating accurate industry statistics.

And it’s not just members who are affected.

When listings are posted with missing, inaccurate, or incomplete information, like incorrect square footage or missing strata documents, it undermines public trust in our profession and the value of the MLS®.

We believe that by proactively addressing these issues, we can uphold high standards and maintain the reliability of the MLS® as a resource for professionals and the public.

1. Meet your obligations: Ensure all your listings comply with MLS® rules. Complete data fields, upload required documents, and double check the accuracy of the information you provide.
2. Use the corrections button: If you notice rule violations in other listings, please continue to notify us by using the corrections button. Your vigilance helps maintain the system’s integrity.
3. Respond promptly to audit requests: If you receive an audit notification, make it a priority to resolve the issue and communicate with our staff within 24 hours.

GVR is committed to improving data quality across the board. We’re allocating more resources to monitor and ensure that all MLS® listings meet the highest standards.

Section 3.06 of the Rules of Cooperation clearly states, "It is the responsibility of every member to provide clear, accurate, and factual information regarding any listing."

This is a responsibility we all share, and we cannot achieve success without your cooperation.

By working together, we can create a stronger, more reliable MLS® system and continue to enhance the professionalism of our industry.

Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to maintaining the high standards that benefit us all.