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Alabama Securities Commission Oversight: Consumers who fall victim to property fraud can file direct complaints with the Alabama Securities Commission, which is now empowered to investigate claims, penalize offenders, and facilitate victim reimbursement.
Criminal Prosecution: Flagrant cases of fraudulent conveyance will be referred to local law enforcement agencies for criminal charges.
Expedited Quiet Title Process: The Act creates a streamlined legal pathway for fraud victims to quiet title, significantly accelerating the process of returning stolen property rights to true owners.
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Originally posted at wavgroup.com by Marilyn Wilson | June 30th, 2026
For years, MLSs have been told that their data is their greatest asset. But in too many markets, MLSs do not have the level of direct control, visibility, flexibility, or monetization power they need to fully protect and leverage that asset.
That is beginning to change.
More MLSs are recognizing that if they want to drive a profitable, secure, and innovative future, they need to take greater control of their own data infrastructure. They need the ability to know exactly where their data is going, who is using it, whether it is being used appropriately, and how it can be licensed in ways that create new value for the organization and its customers. In WAV Group Strategic Planning sessions we talk about the need to control your own data destiny. We talk about this highly technical topics in plain English so that non-technical MLS volunteer leaders understand the key benefits delivered when the MLS controls its own destiny.
ValleyMLS, serving nearly 5,000 real estate professionals across North Alabama, has become the latest MLS to recognize the strategic importance of controlling its own data destiny. Through its new partnership with SourceRE, ValleyMLS will implement SourceRE’s MLS Data Exchange framework and list its data in the SourceRE Data Marketplace, creating a stronger foundation for data sovereignty, governed distribution, and long-term operational independence.
This is not simply a technology upgrade. It is a strategic infrastructure decision.
By establishing an independent, RESO-aligned database that sits alongside its existing vendor systems, ValleyMLS is creating a centralized source of truth for its data. That gives the MLS more flexibility to support multiple vendor relationships, pursue data-sharing opportunities, and give brokers and agents access to MLS data through their preferred front-end systems.
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Welcome to the Rocket City, Tiffany! The Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS® and ValleyMLS are […]
06/23/2026
North Alabama’s leading MLS partners with SourceRE to centralize data operations, modernize vendor distribution, and establish true data independence.
HUNTSVILLE, AL — June 22, 2026 — ValleyMLS today announced a strategic partnership with SourceRE to establish independent control over its data infrastructure. ValleyMLS will implement SourceRE’s MLS Data Exchange (MDX) framework and list its data in the SourceRE Data Marketplace, creating a unified foundation for data sovereignty, governed distribution, and long-term operational independence.
By deploying the MDX, ValleyMLS will establish an independent, RESO-aligned database that sits alongside its existing vendor systems, consolidating fragmented data operations into a single, centralized source of truth. ValleyMLS will be able to support multiple vendor relationships simultaneously and pursue partnerships and data-sharing initiatives. Agents and brokers retain access to MLS data from their preferred front-end system, with full view, edit, and write capabilities.
The partnership also enables ValleyMLS to benefit from SourceRE’s broader security infrastructure, including proprietary Data Dye forensic tracking technology, which embeds invisible identifiers into distributed listing data to detect and document unauthorized use.
“Data sovereignty has been a priority for ValleyMLS, and this partnership with SourceRE puts us in a position to act on it,” said Rhonda Ricketts, Director of MLS Operations. “The goal is building an independent data infrastructure that we control and modernize how we distribute and license that data to our vendor partners. These tools give us the visibility and authority over our data that we’ve been working toward.”
“ValleyMLS is making the kind of infrastructure investment that positions an MLS as ready for the future wave of technology” said Andrew Coca, CEO at SourceRE. “SourceRE data infrastructure will provide the tools they need to demonstrate value, gain leverage, and achieve complete data sovereignty.”
Additionally, via the SourceRE Data Marketplace, ValleyMLS vendors will gain streamlined onboarding and RESO-certified API access, while ValleyMLS retains full authority over who receives its data, under what terms, and at what cost.
For more information, visit sourceredb.com.
About ValleyMLS
ValleyMLS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS® (HAAR), is North Alabama’s most accurate and comprehensive multiple listing service. Serving nearly 5,000 real estate professionals across nine counties, ValleyMLS delivers innovative technology, reliable data, and superior support, empowering real estate professionals across the region to serve their clients with confidence and professionalism. For more information and to search homes, visit ValleyMLS.com.
About SourceRE
SourceRE is redefining how the real estate industry accesses, manages, and monetizes data. Guided by RESO standards and protected with best-in-class security, including proprietary Data Dye forensic tracking, SourceRE for the MLS provides future-ready MLS infrastructure. The SourceRE Data Marketplace delivers governed data distribution and licensing for MLSs and data providers, helping organizations maximize the value of their data with secure, standards-based access.
06/18/2026
Appointed positions are Vice President of Advocacy Chris Beadling (PA) and Vice President of Association Affairs Mary Dykstra (VA).
Directors also heard a report on the REALTORS® Relief Foundation from RRF President Greg Hrabcak (OH) and a report on RPAC fundraising from Vice President of Advocacy Asa Fleming (NC). In brief comments, CEO Nykia Wright thanked the Leadership Team for their continued outreach to members and thanked state and local associations; Institutes, Societies and Councils; and the brokerage community for their engagement. In July, NAR will report on Q2 2026 progress on the strategic plan.
The 2026 Distinguished Service Award winners were announced. They are Robert J. Bailey of Aptos, Calif., and Judy Moore of Lexington, Mass. REALTORS® who receive the award have shown exceptionally meritorious service for at least 25 years and have been recognized as local leaders whose performance and involvement in political and community activities have been extraordinary.
Directors also recognized Rebecca Grossman, CEO of Scottsdale REALTORS®, 2025 William R. Magel Award of Excellence recipient. The award is presented annually to an individual who has excelled in his or her role as a REALTOR® association executive.
Directors approved four Finance Committee recommendations:
Treasurer Craig Sanford reported to the board that membership, as of June 18, stood at 1,439,163—but the 1.2 million forecast “represents an appropriate expense planning baseline, reflecting a prudent decrease in response to the continued market uncertainty and external pressure on membership.”
Rather than passing a budget at these meetings, the board will be asked to review the 2027 budget at NAR NXT in November.
Directors voted on two recommended changes to the Code of Ethics Standards of Practice, referring one back to committee and approving the other:
Directors approved two revisions to the Campaign and Election Rules Manual:
Earlier this week, the Executive Committee approved four recommendations from the Federal Taxation Committee and eight recommendations from the Legal Action Committee that didn’t require a board of directors vote.
Today’s meeting concluded the REALTORS® Legislative Meetings. The board meets next during NAR NXT, which takes place Nov. 6–8 in New Orleans
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