What is IDX and RETS?

What is IDX and RETS?

IDX is an umbrella term for any technology that connects a real estate website to an MLS. From this perspective, RETS is a type of IDX. But in practice, many real estate professionals use RETS to describe RETS and IDX to describe two other technologies: iFrames and FTP.

What is a RETS feed?

A RETS feed is a personalized raw data connection between your website and your MLS based on the Real Estate Transaction Standard, allowing you to import property listings, and with the right software, display them on your website.

What is IDX data feed?

An IDX feed is a data connection that transfers listings data between a real estate agent’s website and a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and updates those listings as properties come on or off the market. Anytime you search for properties online, you are using a website feature built with an IDX feed.

How much does an IDX feed cost?

between $50 and $99 per month
How Much Do IDX Plugins Cost? IDX is a pretty inexpensive plugin for your IDX website. Generally speaking, you’ll pay between $50 and $99 per month for an IDX plugin. Most IDX providers offer much more than just a simple connection between your MLS and your website, so the cost is well worth it.

How do I access IDX?

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1. Click on the Access Code tab to see your Access Code controls.
2. Once you have your Access Code, you can view any of your IDX Broker pages as if they were live.
3. Type in the Access Code and complete the reCAPTCHA section, then click the blue Unlock Account button.

How do I set up IDX?

Follow the steps below to get your site online and your IDX activated, or simply reach out to Realtyna to get things started.

1. Step 1: Choose a Domain Name.
2. Step 2: Choose Hosting.
3. Step 3: Install WordPress.
4. Step 4: Choose IDX Software.
5. Step 5: Choose a Theme.
6. Step 6: Install Your IDX and Theme.
7. Step 7: Connect to the MLS.

How do I link my MLS to IDX?

Go to the page and location you want to add the real estate listings, and add a section. Search for the MLS/IDX Real Estate Listings section and select Add. Select Add on the layout you want to use. If you do not already have any existing IDX account, select Create IDX Account.

How do I access RETS server?

The best way to get started with RETS is to read the RETS documents, and then get access to a RETS Server and RETS Client. You may be able to get access to a RETS Server from your MLS. Your MLS may also provide access to a RETS Client. Or, you can visit the Resources page for running demos of RETS 1.

How do I pull data from MLS to excel?

Export in Excel/Spreadsheet Format

1. Click the Export button on a Search Criteria or Search Results screen.
2. Confirm or select Tab Delimited (not Comma Delimited)
3. Check “Field Names in First Row” if desired (this is optional)
4. Click the Export button.
5. Click the down arrow beside “Save As Type” and change to “All Files”