2 California MLSs merge to become largest in nation - Inman.com

The merger has been approved by the boards of directors of both MLSs, a spokeswoman for the California Association of Realtors said. That brought participation in the fledgling statewide MLS to 22 Realtor associations. The merger announced today brings a total of 33 Realtor associations from around the state under the umbrella of CRMLS. The Department of Real Estate lists 447,642 licensed real estate brokers and agents, a figure that includes mortgage brokers. I have never been in a transaction that went so smoothly. Eventually, CRMLS members will be able to choose from all of the software platforms currently used by both MLSs, Carter said. Asked if mergers with other CARETS members could also accomplish the same goal, he said, "Nothing is imminent. This content may not be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever, in part or in whole, without written permission of Inman News. The times they are a changing' These are very exciting times indeed. Realtors