Grant of Rights
Defines permitted uses of MLS data, whether full listing display, limited search results, mapping, or lead capture functionality.
The Real Estate IDX Agreement documents legal permission to publish MLS-sourced listings, reduces risk by clarifying display and data-usage rules, and protects MLS intellectual property and broker responsibilities under NAR and local MLS policies.
Parties should confirm signatory authority and contact points for data incidents before enabling live feeds.
Defines permitted uses of MLS data, whether full listing display, limited search results, mapping, or lead capture functionality.
Specifies how to display MLS, broker, and listing agent attribution, including appearance, placement, and required text.
Sets the required refresh frequency, error correction processes, and responsibilities for stale or incorrect listing data.
Requires credential management, access controls, and notification procedures for suspected data breaches or credential compromise.
Describes grounds for suspension, cure periods, and post-termination obligations such as takedown of IDX content.
Reserves rights to audit use, review analytics, and require remediation for display or filtering violations.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Feed Type | API (RESO Web API) | RETS | FTP |
| Authentication | API key | OAuth | IP allowlist |
| Refresh Frequency | Every 15–60 minutes |
| Error Handling | Retry policies | Alerting |
Verify vendor integrations (Salesforce, Microsoft 365, NetSuite, Google Workspace, Box, Procore) and confirm data-export formats ahead of go-live.
7–30 days for MLS approval and credential issuance
3–14 days for integration and QA
30–90 days before agreement expiry
Annual audit or on-request review
Typically 30 days unless immediate breach
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/yr | Varies | Varies | Varies |