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Imagine MLS, Central & Southern Kentucky’s multiple listing service (MLS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bluegrass REALTORS®, has introduced Finding Homes, an innovative AI-powered speech recognition software designed to transform the property search experience. All current listings in the MLS market will have voice-enabled capabilities through this arrangement. Developed by Lundy, Inc., this cutting-edge tool is now available to users through Alexa-enabled devices and the Alexa app. By utilizing standardized fields, the software converts naturally spoken requests into accurate search results, enabling seamless navigation without the need for screens. The new platform allows consumers - including those with visual impairments, mobility limitations, and other accessibility needs - to search for real estate listings using simple, conversational speech. This innovative service is now accessible to all subscribers of Imagine MLS, as well as their clients and homebuyers in the Bluegrass region. Users can simply say, "Alexa, start Finding Homes," and begin their search for their dream home. Rusty Underwood, Imagine MLS Chair, states, “With this inclusive and intelligent approach to the home search, Imagine MLS is proud to set a new standard for accessibility – ensuring full market visibility and equal opportunity for every buyer and seller.” Finding Homes not only enhances accessibility for visually impaired clients but also offers a more intuitive search method for all users who prefer voice commands over traditional data entry. The software leverages advanced Large Language Model technology to assist visually impaired users in efficiently locating property listings. Additionally, the platform is bilingual and works in both English and Spanish. “By partnering with Finding Homes, we are pleased with this opportunity to make a significant advancement towards making listing information throughout the region accessible to everyone,” continued Katrina Bowers, Interim CEO for Imagine MLS. To get started, if you already have an Alexa-enabled device, simply say “Alexa, start Finding Homes.” If you do not already have an Alexa-enabled device, you will need to download the app and make sure to enable the Finding Homes skill. Click here to learn more: https://www.bluegrassrealtors.com/findinghomes Click here for helpful voice prompts: https://www.bluegrassrealtors.com/findinghomesvoice About Imagine MLS Imagine MLS is Kentucky’s newest and most robust multiple listing service, with more than 4,000 REALTOR® subscribers from Bluegrass REALTORS® and other REALTOR® associations throughout the state. Visit www.imagineyourhome.com to start searching properties or www.imaginemls.com to learn more. About Lundy, Inc. Lundy Inc. is a pioneer in voice-first technology, committed to transforming the real estate industry through inclusive, intuitive solutions. Our flagship products leverage AI and voice commands to make property discovery, transactions, and information accessible to everyone.
Kentucky Real Estate Agents to Benefit from Next-Gen, AI-Driven Property Insights
For consumers looking to purchase a property, the more data, the better to help with the search. Bluegrass Realtors®, along with Imagine MLS, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Columbus REALTORS® out of Ohio that will provide MLS subscribers from both associations with increased search capabilities and available residential property data to aid clients and customers. “Real estate is no longer just a local experience. For many people, they are looking to relocate, or possibly purchase a second home, vacation home or investment property in other parts of the region,” continued Katrina Bowers, Interim CEO at Bluegrass REALTORS®. “Columbus and Bluegrass working together on a real estate data partnership opens up that possibility and makes it easier for our Realtor® members to search available properties in real-time on one platform for their clients.” For Bluegrass Realtors®, this is the fourth such data share that has been brought online. The first three were partnerships with Greater Louisville Association of Realtors®, Northern Kentucky Association of Realtors® and, most recently, East Tennessee Realtors®, which covers the Knoxville and surrounding areas. The Columbus partnership is significant as the organization is the largest local real estate Association in Ohio and covers most of the central Ohio region. There are close to 10,000 real estate professionals engaged in the industry throughout Columbus’ 12 county jurisdiction. This data share is the first of its kind for Columbus Realtors®. “This is an important partnership for Columbus REALTORS® and the Columbus & Central Ohio Regional MLS,” said Columbus Realtors® CEO Brent Swander. “Our industry is changing rapidly and the data that our MLSs collect are powerful tools linking our members with the consumer.” Swander continued, “I look at this as a significant first step toward a greater goal of partnerships and sharing throughout the region and the country. We would like to thank Katrina Bowers, the Interim CEO at Bluegrass REALTORS® for her cooperation in this venture along with our friends at FBS (the MLS provider).” Members of Bluegrass Realtors® can now provide clients with available residential properties throughout much of Kentucky, the Knoxville, Tennessee area and now, Columbus, Ohio. “Working with a member of Bluegrass Realtors® provides many valuable benefits to clients searching for homes,” stated Bowers. “As the MLS takes on new partnerships and expands its reach, Realtors® will continue to grow the amount of data at their fingertips to better facilitate the search process.”