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# Preconstruction Listings

Follow these rules when you list a new-build property so the listing meets the ITSO MLS® Rules and avoids Listing Data Checker issues.

## PIN and legal description

Every listing except mobile, modular, and business-only needs a real estate component. Do not create a listing for a house model that may be built on one of several lots. List a specific lot (or other real estate component) with a real PIN.

Do not use placeholder PINs such as 000000000, 123456789, or 111111111. Those are not accurate and are not acceptable.

- Lot pending severance — enter the PIN for the whole parcel so buyers can do due diligence.
- Condo unit with no unit PIN yet — enter the PIN for the building as a whole.

Legal Description is required and tied to the PIN. Do not write “see deed.” That is not accurate and is not acceptable.

## Price and images

List price and images must match one specific model or layout. Example: an $800,000 bungalow listing must not show images of a two-storey model that could also be built on the same lot, because that two-storey would not be available at the $800,000 list price.

Images may be renderings or model-home photos. Make it clear in the listing that they are mock-ups or of a model home and may not match the finished property.

Upload only images you have rights to use. Do not copy images from other MLS® listings that show similar models or condo amenities without consent from the previous listing brokerage or the copyright holder.

## Builder name and marketing

Do not put the builder name in Public Remarks. Do not put builder logos or names on listing images.

The MLS® System is for REALTOR®-to-REALTOR® cooperation. Public builder branding lets buyers contact the builder and skip a REALTOR®.

Enter the builder in the Builder Name field. That field appears in OneHome for clients who have a relationship with a REALTOR®.

## Showings

An MLS® Listing must be available for showings. For preconstruction, that requirement is met if buyers can view a model home or a similar unit. If neither exists, do not upload the listing to the MLS® System.

## Taxes

Taxes are mandatory for every MLS® Listing. For a property not yet built, enter $0.00. Listing Data Checker does not flag $0.00 when Year Built is the current year.

## Reporting trades

Before you mark the listing Pending, update it so the details match the sale. Example: if the buyer added a locker and parking with a condo, add those items — they are in the price and matter for CMAs.

## Tips

- Fix PIN, Legal Description, images, and builder branding before you submit.
- For lots pending severance, see [Pending Severance](https://support.itsosystems.ca/kb/402).
- For the full rules, see the [ITSO MLS® Rules](https://itsosystems.ca/docs/mls-rules).

Source: https://support.itsosystems.ca/kb/401