MLS®

MLS® is, by far, the best online resource for finding Toronto homes. An acronym for Multiple Listing Service, this powerful tool is more commonly known as MLS®, and is operated by The Canadian Real Estate Association based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

MLS® is the most comprehensive resource for buyers and sellers interested in real estate across the country, including Toronto. Though the consumer site, www.mls.ca, can be freely accessed by anyone, the Multiple Listing Service provided by the Toronto Real Estate Board is reserved solely for REALTORS®. It is a vital resource for agents who may browse through the immense catalogue of real estate for sale, with more information regarding each property than what is available on the consumer site. As a matter of fact, every property listed for sale by REALTORS® is listed on the Multiple Listing Service.

For Buyers of Toronto Homes

For buyers, MLS® is a convenient tool to search for properties quickly. It is a great place to start if you're looking for Toronto homes for sale. Rather than wading through the listings of the hundreds of newspapers, magazines, and websites advertising house listings in Toronto, just visit the MLS® website instead. You'll find every property listed precisely categorized according to province, city, price range, property type, and several other attributes. Your real estate agent will be able to find out the specific details of the property you're interested in, and help you arrange a time to visit the home and possibly close the deal.

For Sellers of Toronto Homes

If you're selling your Toronto home with the assistance of a real estate agent, make sure they are a certified REALTOR®. Hiring a REALTOR® is the only way to get your property listed on MLS®, which, in turn, will guarantee maximum exposure to the market. Providing minute details of Toronto homes, including room measurements and renovations, you'll be able to describe your property for sale so that interested buyers know what to expect before taking a tour.