MAY 2005

Welcome to NSBAR's REALTOR eNews! The big news this month is about MLSNI passwords, and it is a MUST read! Also, check out NSBAR's new easy-to-read continuing education calendar. Also, you can now print this Newsletter here!

It's the Rule
Truth in advertising... See how trying to be clever in advertising can sometimes lead you to trouble. Terry talks about it in "It's the Rule". Read more.

Education Update
It's a brand new season for continuing education, and this year we have a great line-up of new classes and instructors! Also be sure to read up on our Broker Orientation Seminar, perfect for those thinking of opening their own office, or for those who need a refresher on running their brokerage.

Steve's Street
In addition to the major changes surrounding MLSNI passwords, Steve takes us through some helpful tips involving the NSBAR.org Member's Only section, hints for MAP and more! Check out Steve's Street...

MLSNI Passwords
It has become apparent that many users have not changed their password in years or have never changed the password that they were allocated when their accounts were set up. Passwords are an important aspect of computer security. They are the front line of protection for user accounts. Passwords provide a means of validating a user’s identity and thereby establish access rights to information processing facilities or services. With that said MLSNI will be implementing a new security policy starting June 8, 2005 that will have subscriber passwords set to expire on a 30 day cycle for Compass/REXplorer only (i.e. PC Access, Lightning & REX). Any changes in passwords will be carried over to the MLXchange browner but not connectMLS, which will be instituting its own enforced password change policy in July. Users of PC Access & Lightning will need to edit their User Set-Up if they have their password programmed in for automatic connection to the MLS. Read more...