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What Is Multiple Listing Service?

Also written as: MLS

The MLS is a database where real estate agents share listings of homes for sale, giving buyers and their agents access to comprehensive, up-to-date property data within a market.

Most useful for: Repeat Buyer · Real Estate Agent
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