October is here, which means two things: the clock is ticking to find the perfect Halloween costume (c’mon, you gotta stop reusing that vampire cape every year) and it’s a great time to review your listings to avoid any late-year jump scares. There’s nothing spookier than a surprise violation notice or fee. Luckily, these tips and resources can help you stay compliant without resorting to the dark arts (however tempting).
Know Your Rules & Rituals
A much better read than some accursed tome is our Compliance page that’s packed with FAQs, resources, and live support information to make even your most chilling quandaries disappear. Our Top Violations video playlist is here to spell out some of the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.
To summon more platform-specific help, check out these compliance 101 guides for Matrix, Paragon, and Flexmls.
Avoid Grave Photo Mistakes
Vampires may not show up in photos, but violations do. Don’t let a seemingly harmless image lead to costly fees. The following CRMLS rules and policies outline what makes a photo compliant and highlights best practices to help you identify potential issues before violations occur:
Understanding the Exterior Photo Requirement:
This short video explains the ins and outs of CRMLS Rule 11.5.1, which states that each listing must contain at least one exterior property photo (don’t worry, no one can tell it’s haunted from the outside).
Digitally Altered Image Guidance and FAQs:
Digitally altering photos can be an effective way to enhance your listings and engage prospective clients. However, photos should still accurately represent a property rather than mask features that may come as a surprise at showing. This guide explains how to properly label digitally altered photos and defines the difference between routine photo enhancements and edits that require disclosure.
ReimagineHome FAQs:
Ready to conjure the power of AI design? Whether you’re interested in trying ReimagineHome to stage a home or redesign elements per client preference, these FAQs answer compliance-related questions about its powerful alteration features.
Photographs and Media FAQs:
Still have questions lurking in the shadows? This FAQ covers compliance information for a full range of listing media, from what qualifies as branded content to using images from professional photographers.
Face Your Fear (Of Not Knowing All the Answers)
