This marks the 2nd MLS to announce a Floor Plan requirement in the last 90 days
BULLHEAD CITY, AZ / ACCESS Newswire / April 14, 2025 / The Western Arizona REALTOR® Data Exchange (WARDEX) has announced a groundbreaking initiative that will make floor plans a required element on all property listings in 2025. With this decision, WARDEX becomes only the second MLS in the United States to implement such a policy, following New Mexico MLS's recent announcement.
This bold move is driven by a commitment to enhancing the consumer experience. Homebuyers consistently report that having access to a floor plan significantly improves their ability to understand a property's layout, flow, and size, enabling them to make better-informed decisions. By making floor plans a standard feature, WARDEX is positioning itself as a leader in real estate data and reinforcing its role as the central hub for all critical listing content in Western Arizona.
Commitment to Consumers and Innovation
Kim Everett, CEO of WARDEX, shared her excitement about this major step forward:
"We are thrilled to be at the forefront of innovation in the real estate industry. Requiring floor plans on every listing is the right thing to do for consumers, who deserve complete and consistent property information to help them in their home search. At WARDEX, we believe in making our market work better by improving the quality and consistency of the data and media we provide. This initiative ensures that Western Arizona homebuyers have the best possible experience while also empowering our agents with cutting-edge tools to enhance their listings."
Floor plans have already become a standard feature in many international real estate markets, including the UK, Australia, and Sweden, where they have proven to increase transparency and improve consumer engagement. With this new policy, WARDEX is joining the growing movement to make floor plans a new standard for US real estate listings and inspiring other MLS organizations to follow suit.
Game-Changer for Real Estate Agents
For real estate professionals, this initiative provides a competitive advantage. Listings with floor plans are more engaging, help buyers make faster decisions, and lead to more efficient transactions.
Tonya Monroe, Board President of WARDEX and an active real estate agent, emphasized how this change benefits agents directly:
"As an agent, having a floor plan for every listing is a game-changer. It equips buyers with essential details right from the start, cutting down on unnecessary questions and saving time on showings. For sellers, it's a distinct advantage that helps their home shine in a crowded market. WARDEX is raising the bar, and I'm proud to be part of an organization that champions both innovation and consumer needs."
Inspiring Other MLSs to Follow Suit
By implementing this requirement, WARDEX is taking a leadership role in shaping the future of real estate data standards. The MLS is not just embracing new technology-it is setting a precedent that will strengthen the MLS's role as the trusted source for real estate content in the United States.
Other MLSs across the country are now watching closely, as floor plans become a growing expectation among consumers and agents alike. As more MLS organizations adopt similar policies, the industry moves one step closer to ensuring that every homebuyer has access to critical, high-quality listing content to make informed decisions.
For more information on WARDEX and its initiatives, visit www.wardex.net.
About WARDEX
The Western Arizona REALTOR® Data Exchange, Inc. (WARDEX) is a regional multiple listing system (MLS) serving a diverse geographic area across Western Arizona, Nevada, and California. WARDEX is committed to providing high-quality real estate data and tools that empower agents and consumers alike.
For more information, visit www.wardex.net.
Media Contact:
Kim Everett
CEO, Western Arizona REALTOR® Data Exchange
Email: Kim@wardex.net
Phone: +1-928-704-2800
SOURCE: The Western Arizona REALTOR® Data Exchange, Inc. (WARDEX)
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