What is the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and how does it work?
The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is a database for thousands of listings throughout Greater Boston. You can choose to work with any agent who is a member of the MLS network regardless of what company he or she represents. We recommend that you only work with one agent per area since all offices through the MLS network access the same listings. All brokers and agents must abide by MLS regulations. Once you are working with an agent of your choice, you should let him or her complete the transaction for you regardless of whom the listing agent is. It is customary for listing and selling agents to work together to help you finalize your purchase.
