GAINESVILLE MULTIPLE LISTING, INC.
MLS Application for Participation
MLS Application 12/12/2016 1
I hereby apply for participation in Gainesville Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Attached is my check in the
amount of $__________, which includes the initial fee of $500.00 (which is non-refundable except in
the event I am not accepted) PLUS the prorated dues for the first year. Annual dues for Broker or
Certified Appraiser are $696.00, annual dues for salesperson or appraiser affiliated with firm are
$432.00. In the event my application is approved, I agree as a condition of participation to
complete the New
Member Orientation course of the above named MLS, if any, and otherwise
on my own initiative to thoroughly familiarize myself with the MLS Rules and Regulations,
including the duty to arbitrate business disputes pursuant to the arbitration procedures of the
Gainesville-Alachua County Association of REALTORS.
Please check one:
I understand that as a Non-Realtor Member Broker (“Thompson Broker”), my MLS access is
restricted to listings with a status of Active, Contingent, Pending, Withdrawn or Expired. If I choose, I
may elect to gain access to closed listings for an additional fee of $
250.00
per year.
I understand that as a Realtor member of another association, my MLS access is
restricted to listings with a status of Active, Contingent, Pending, Withdrawn or Expired. If I choose, I
may elect to gain access to closed listings for an additional fee of $
250.00
per year. My
primary association is:
I agree as a condition of participation in the MLS to abide by all relevant Bylaws, Rules and other
obligations of participation including payment of fees. I confirm that I currently, and will on a continual
and ongoing basis in the operation of my real estate business activities, actively endeavor to list real
property of the type filed with the MLS and/or accept offers of cooperation and compensation made by
other Participants through the MLS. I agree that I must continue to engage in such activities during
my participation in the MLS. I further agree to be bound by the Code of Ethics on the same terms and
conditions as board/association members including the obligation to submit to ethics hearings and the
duty to arbitrate contractual disputes with other REALTORS® in accordance with the established
procedures of the board/association. I understand that a violation of the Code of Ethics may result in
termination of my MLS privileges and that I may be assessed an administrative processing fee which
may be in addition to any discipline, including fines, that may be imposed .
Signature:
Date:
I understand that as a member of the Gainesville-Alachua County Association of Realtors
(GACAR) I will have access to all listing statuses.
I agree as a condition of participation in the MLS to abide by all relevant bylaws, rules and other
obligations of participation including payment of fees. I confirm that I currently, and will on a continual
and ongoing basis in the operation of my real estate business activities, actively endeavor to list real
property of the type filed with the MLS and/or accept offers of cooperation and compensation made by
other Participants through the MLS. I agree that I must continue to engage in such activities during my
participation in the MLS. I acknowledge that failure to abide by these conditions of participation on an
ongoing basis may result in potential suspension or termination of MLS participatory rights after a
hearing in accordance with the MLS’s established procedures.
Signature:
Date:
MLS Participant (Broker) Name ______________________________ License# _____________
Please return Complete Packet to:
Kenyada Higgins: khiggins@gacar.com
OR
mail to:
1750 NW 80th Blvd
Gainesville, FL 32606
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GAINESVILLE MULTIPLE LISTING, INC.
MLS Application for Participation
MLS Application 12/12/2016 2
Firm Name ______________________________________________ License#______________
Firm Address___________________________________ City_________________ Zip ________
Firm Phone _______________ Firm FAX ______________ Email ______
____________
Attached are copies of my Brokers License and Corporation License.
I have read and do understand the MLS Bylaws and MLS Rules & Regulations and accept and agree
to faithfully observe MLS Policies and Procedures. _____ Initial Here
I agree that if accepted for participation in the MLS, I shall pay the dues and fees as from time to time
established, including any non-member fee differential, and I further acknowledge and agree that I am
responsible for compliance with the MLS Rules and Regulations for all persons affiliated with my firm
who utilize the service.
I understand that if I decide to withdraw my MLS membership I will give the MLS 30 days written
notice and I will have the privilege of reinstating membership within one year without paying the initial
fee but would be required to pay a reinstatement fee. After one year, I would have to reapply for
membership and pay the initial fee. _____ Initial Here
I understand that if my membership is terminated, suspended or I am expelled from MLS, for failure to
pay dues, or for violations, etc., I will be notified in writing that my listings will be withdrawn in ten (10)
days. _____ Initial Here
Broker indemnifies the Gainesville Multiple Listing, Inc. ("MLS") and agrees to hold MLS harmless
from and against all claims, losses, damages, costs and expenses of any kind, including attorney's
fees, and from liability to any person arising from a Broker's negligence.
Firm Information
Check one: ___Sole Proprietor ___DBA ____ Partnership ____ Corporation
Check position with Firm: ___Principal ___Partner ___Corporate Officer
State the names and titles of all other principals, partners, or corporate officers of your firm. Use
additional sheet if necessary.
Name_______________________________________________Title________________________
Name_______________________________________________Title________________________
Name_______________________________________________Title________________________
Is this address your principal place of business? ____ Yes ____ No
List the name and addresses of branch offices or other real estate firms in which you are a principal,
partner or corporate officer. Use additional sheet if necessary.
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Name_____________________________________ Address______________________________
Name_____________________________________ Address______________________________
Has your real estate license, in this or any other state, been suspended or revoked?
_____ Yes ____ No
If "Yes", specify the place(s) and date(s) of such action, and detail the circumstances relating
thereto. *Attach separate sheet as required.
_______________________________________________________________________________
Are you a member of any other real estate board/association, whether or not affiliated with the
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS?
_____Yes ____No
If "Yes", name Board and type of membership held with dates establishing the time period
membership held.
_______________________________________________________________________________
Are there now any pending or unresolved complaints, or have there been within the past 3 years, any
complaints against you or the firm with which you have been associated before any state real estate
regulatory agency or any other agency of government? _____Yes _____No
If "Yes", specify the substance of each complaint in each state, the agency before which
complaint was made, and the current status or resolution of such complaint. * Attach separate
sheet as required.
_______________________________________________________________________________
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? ____ Yes _____ No
If so, give details including state and court of conviction. *Attach separate sheet as required.
_____________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: Applicant acknowledges that if accepted as a Participant and he/she subsequently resigns or
is expelled from participation in the MLS with an arbitration request pending, applicant shall submit to
the pending arbitration proceeding and abide by the decision of the Hearing Panel, notwithstanding
the fact that applicant is no longer a Participant in the MLS. Any subsequent renewal of participation
may be conditioned upon applicant's verification that he/she did submit to such pending arbitration
proceeding and did abide by the decision of the Hearing Panel; or if applicant resigns or is expelled
from participation without having complied with an award in arbitration, renewal of participation may
be conditioned upon his/her payment of the award, plus any costs that have previously been
established as due and payable in relation thereto, provided that the award and such costs have not,
in the interim, been otherwise satisfied.
I hereby certify that the foregoing information furnished by me is true and correct and I agree that
failure to provide complete and accurate information as requested, or any misstatement of fact, may
be grounds for revocation of my membership if granted.
Signed______________________________________________________Date_____________
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GAINESVILLE MLS
Once a Designated Realtor elects to become an MLS Participant, he/she will be responsible for the
Application Fee and annual dues as set forth in the MLS Agreement.
The GACAR MLS is served by Marketlinx of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. In order to understand the system,
participants, agents and administrative personnel should attend an Innovia Training Session. These
sessions are held periodically at the GACAR office. Call 352-332-8850 for scheduling.
Security Levels
Security levels are assigned by the MLS Administrator and are based on Membership Type or
program groups. For instance, a Broker will have a higher security level than an agent. This provides
the Broker wider access to programs and information than an Agent.
6- Broker
Access to all searches and reports. Will be able to transfer
listings with in the office, input, update and pull inventory
for all listings with his/her firm.
5- Admin Asst. (Office) Access to all searches and reports. Will be able to transfer
listings with in the office, input, update and pull inventory
for all listings with his/her firm.
4 - Agent full
Access to searches and reports. Will be able to input,
confirm, update and pull up inventory for only listings that
he/she owns.
4-Agent edit
Access to searches and reports. Will be able to input,
update and pull up inventory for only listings that he/she
owns. Will be able to make some changes, except for the
following: extend listing date, price changes, withdraw,
activate or confirm listings.
3-Agent
Access to searches and reports. Will be able to input,
update and pull up inventory for only listings that he/she
owns.
3 -Appraiser
No specific provisions, but can be set if requested by the
board.
Gainesville Multiple Listing Service
Paragon MLS System Registration
For Participants
, 2021
Firm:
Name:
Position w/firm: Qualifying Broker
E-mail address:
Password: Your password reset will be sent to the email on this application. You will have 3 hours from the time your email is
recieved to log in. if you are not able to log in with in the allotted 3hrs. Please contact the GACAR office and another link will be
emailed to you.
*
you will be prompted to change your password once you click the password rest link.
Phone Number: __________________________________________
MLS Dues____________
*
Sold Data____________
For office use:
User ID:___________________
Agent ID:__________________
Firm #:____________________
License Number: _______________________
Primary Board:__________________________________________________________
Total Amount Due:____________
MLS Only
Mailing Address:_____________________________________________________
* Payment can be made over the phone.
A Credit Card Authorization form can be requested.
Application fee: __________
$500.00
MLS ORIENTATION REQUIREMENT
Attendance at the (in person) MLS portion of our Orientation Program is a requirement of
membership that must be fulfilled within thirty 30 days of this application. The broker of the office that
is joining and all joining members must complete the training.
2021
MLS
Orientation
I understand thirty (30) days to com
plete the online viersion. I also understand that failing to
do so may result in the following:
1. Forfeiture of Application Fee
2. Forfeiture of MLS Services
Applicant signature:
Office Use Only
Orientation/MLS Date:
MLS Office Dues $
You may also opt to take the our MLS training online by reaveling to:
http://paragonconnect.paragonrels.com/paragon-academy
You will only have 30 days to complete the course once you began.
Paragon
*
Sold Data Fee
$ ___________________
* For MLS only members: The ability to see closed and sold information as well as close your own personal listings
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