Egyptian Chapter Membership Meeting & connectMLS Training

Description

A connectMLS training day designed specifically for YOU!

Bring your questions and take advantage of this opportunity to get personalized answers directly from MRED experts while gaining a deeper understanding of your association and the tools, support, and opportunities available to help you succeed.

When: March 2, 2026

9:00AM - 1:00PM (Check in begins at 8:30am)

Where: John A. Logan College

700 Logan College Dr, Carterville, IL 62918

Schedule (see course descriptions below):



• 8:30AM - Check-in begins
• 9:00AM - MRED Training - 'connectMLS Best Practices: Work Smarter, Not Harder'
• 10:00AM - Egyptian Chapter General Membership Meeting
• 11:00AM - Working lunch provided and personalized, one-on-one, 'Ask an Expert' connectMLS sessions
• 12:00PM–1:00PM - MRED Training - 'connectMLS™: Searching for Listings'

Between sessions, visit our committee tables and engage with representatives from our Public Relations, Membership & Events, and RPAC Committees to learn how you can get more involved and make an impact. 

You’ll also have time during registration and lunch to meet and network with our valued Egyptian Chapter affiliate businesses.

Don’t miss this informative, engaging day of education, connection, and collaboration. We look forward to seeing you there!

MRED Training Class Descriptions:

9:00-10:00 connectMLS Best Practices: Work Smarter, Not Harder
Stop reinventing the wheel every time you log in. In this practical, hands-on session, we’ll walk through the most impactful connectMLS settings and workflows to help you save time, reduce errors, and work more efficiently every day.

You’ll learn how to:

• Setting up and saving searches the right way
• Customize your My Defaults settings for a streamlined experience
• Improve listing input accuracy and efficiency
• Upload photos using proven best practices
• Quickly find answers when you get stuck — including Help Desk support, training resources, and where to go next

This class is perfect for agents who want to build strong fundamentals, eliminate frustration, and feel confident navigating connectMLS.

12:00pm-1:00pm connectMLS™: Searching for Listings

This session is designed specifically for members who want to maximize their search efficiency in connectMLS. Search faster, get more precise results, and search with greater confidence.

Learn how to streamline your workflow and customize your search experience using powerful connectMLS tools, including:

• Adding and organizing search fields for more precise results
• Using advanced search options to refine listings
• Saving searches and creating reusable search templates
• Leveraging the Rubber Band map tool for targeted geographic searches
• Creating polished, client-ready custom reports

Walk away with practical strategies you can immediately apply to better serve your buyers and stay competitive in your market.