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How can I search by multiple street names?
There is a "+" sign next to every field in Realist Next Gen that can be used to add multiple values. Use this plus sign for "Street Name"...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:11 AM
Why are some fields missing from the tax reports?
Reports in Realist Next Gen are Dynamic by default vs. Fixed. The Dynamic setting hides empty fields. This makes reports neater, load faster, and saves page...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:13 AM
What land use code would you use to search for apartment buildings in Cook County?
In Edit Attributes select “county use code” under property characteristics, this will give you different apartment choices as well as commercial, mixed use,...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:15 AM
What happens if I'm searching in one County, but enter zip codes that might also be in other counties?
 If you enter a zip code or address that is in a different county than you are searching, your search results will contain matches in those other counties a...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:23 AM
Where does Realist get the square footage data? I have found several properties that do not match the assessor.
 Property characteristics such as Square footage is provided in an annual file to Realist by the County Assessor's. Differences in what the county provi...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:25 AM
Since Realist gets it's property characteristics from the county, can I state the source of my square footage is from the county?
No. The property characteristics are apart of an Annual file from the county. Since this information is updated once a year, the county may be more up to da...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:27 AM
How often is the database updated?
The database is updated frequently (usually weekly) with each newly recorded sale and mortgage. The sales and mortgages are carefully matched to the propert...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:27 AM
How can I use Realist to pull expired listings?
 You have to run a map search. Once you draw the shape, click on add more criteria and add MLS Listing Status, then choose expired and search
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:28 AM
How to read my pin in Cook County?
 The PIN is a 14-digit number composed of a 10-digit base that is modified for condominiums and leaseholds by adding a four-digit unit suffix. The basic PIN...
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:28 AM
Can I get Bank owned stage data for Putnam and Whiteside counties?
No. These two counties have Pre-foreclosure stage data only.
Wed, 22 Aug, 2018 at 11:29 AM