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    1 === Showcase IDX Real Estate Search ===
     1=== Showcase IDX Real Estate Search & Lead Capture ===
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    23Contributors: showcaseidx
    3 Tags: real estate search, idx search, idx, showcase idx, MLS
    4 Requires at least: 4.6
    5 Tested up to: 6.4
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     5Tags: idx, idx search, MLS, real estate search, lead capture, real estate, realtor, listings, property search, real estate agent, housing, SEO, mobile friendly, customizable, showcase idx, market leader, marketleader, rets,
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     7Requires at least: 4.6.0
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     9Tested up to: 6.4.4
    610Requires PHP: 5.3.0
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    712Stable tag: 3.2.9
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    9 The ideal plugin for adding MLS search to your website, portal-quality search, lead generation, and SEO that works.
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     18Add MLS listings to your website and capture more leads, all with one plugin! Showcase IDX is a top-performing real estate search plugin that's SEO-friendly, mobile-responsive, and fully integrated with WordPress.
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    1122== Description ==
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    13 [Showcase IDX](https://showcaseidx.com/) is the leading real estate search and consumer engagement platform, helping agents, teams and brokers generate leads, improve their websites, and stand out.
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     25**THE MLS SEARCH PLUGIN THAT HELPS YOU GET MORE CLIENTS**
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     29Showcase IDX is the leading platform for real estate search and consumer engagement. Our powerful combination of listing-portal-quality real estate search and lead capture tools help agents, teams, and brokers stand out among their competitors and grow their brand. This top-performing MLS search plugin is SEO-friendly, mobile-responsive, and fully integrated with WordPress.
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     32**[Start your free 10-day trial—without a credit card or setup fee!](https://showcaseidx.com/free-trial/idx-free-trial/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page)**
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    1534https://vimeo.com/286916245
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    17 **[Get Started with a Free 10-Day, No Credit Card Required Trial](https://showcaseidx.com/idx-free-trial/)**
    18 
    19 Showcase IDX gives real estate agents and brokers portal-quality property search that is deeply integrated into WordPress. Indexable, and fully mobile-ready
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    21 = USER-FRIENDLY PROPERTY SEARCH =
    22 Make your site sticky with [portal-quality search for agent and brokerage websites](https://showcaseidx.com/idx-search-and-results/). Modern search options that buyers and sellers love. Showcase IDX's proprietary indexes to let you search across seamlessly across multiple MLS feeds. The Fastest, easiest way to search.
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    24 = STUNNING REAL ESTATE LISTING PAGES =
    25 Drive more traffic with great content that’s optimized for search and social. If you're not there to attract and capture them, someone else will.
    26 
    27 = STATE-OF-THE-ART MAPPING TOOLS =
    28 Showcase IDX's search seamlessly combines advanced map-based searching with the ability to drill down to search detailed MLS features without feeling overwhelmed. Fully integrated map search. Lightning fast search response times. [#1 polygon search available for real estate websites](https://showcaseidx.com/state-of-the-art-mapping-idx/).
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    30 = CAPTURE AND CONVERT YOUR LEADS =
    31 Gain insights into your clients, prevent opportunities from slipping through the cracks with automated follow-ups, and effortlessly manage your team. It's included with our WordPress IDX plugin.
    32 
    33 = WIDGETS AND SHORTCODES =
    34 Use our shortcodes to embed IDX that would normally require lots of complicated, ugly code in just one line. Add property search, maps, or galleries anywhere on your site.
    35 
    36 = SEO THAT WORKS =
    37 Showcase IDX is the only WordPress IDX plugin that uses server prerendering. Google sees listings and hotsheet content as yours. Our customers see 79% additional traffic from Google.
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    39 = EASY TO ADD MAP SEARCH =
    40 Apply a custom polygon search to any page. The only IDX that allows for multiple polygon search. Customize the elements on the map. Works great with Neighborhood Pages too.
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    42 = BUILD NEIGHBORHOOD PAGES =
    43 Showcase your expertise with neighborhood and community pages. Write a short overview and easily apply any predefined custom search to the embeddable results and customize for your local niche. You pick the criteria such as price, keyword, map location, subdivision, etc.
    44 
    45 = PLAYBOOK FOR SUCCESS =
    46 Grow your business with our real estate marketing tips, live CEO Q&As, and exclusive community of agents, brokers, industry experts, and our marketing experts.
    47 
    48 = WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING =
    49 
    50 "I switched from IDX Broker. I get more voluntary sign ups than I did with old provider. I think that speaks for itself."
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    52 "No solution even compares with what Showcase IDX offer. There is no way I would steer clients towards any other solution."
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    54 "I have used both Diverse Solutions and IhomeFinder. Neither delivered what I wanted. Since switching to Showcase, my bounce rate is down 20%, time spent on my site has doubled, and most importantly I am getting 4x more registrations on my site."
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    56 "No subdomains or Iframes is probably my favorite feature, but at the end of the day it's about Results. I think the biggest thing is how "sticky" their site becomes. With Showcase IDX, the retention rate is much higher."
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    58 "An IDX Feed That's Above The Rest! Showcase IDX is a better solution in regards to search rankings. I love the hot sheets and the simplicity to create "hot sheets" for different areas."
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    60 "Best IDX plugin by far! Showcase IDX is now the only IDX I recommend to my clients. Visually, it is stunning and so much better than the other IDX’s. To top it off, customer service is top notch"
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    62 "Best IDX Solution out there. No solution even compares with what Showcase IDX offer. There is no way I would steer clients towards any other solution."
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    64 "Best WordPress IDX, period. Simple to use (i.e. low bounce rates and high user engagement), great mapping with polygon search, fantastic mobile responsive functionality, ‘login with facebook’, ultra-fast, and they are always adding or updating functionalities."
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    66 "Converts website leads at a high level. Showcase IDX is leading the way in the world of WordPress IDX solutions. Clients love utilizing the Showcase IDX product with original features not found in any other product."
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    68 "by far the best IDX solution out there. Forward thinking, always improving, with a clear focus on the interface - one of the major areas other providers fail. It feels like everyone else is still playing catch-up all these years later."
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     38**Everything a Real Estate Agent Needs on Their WordPress Website:**
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     42**USER-FRIENDLY REAL ESTATE SEARCH**https://showcaseidx.com/free-trial/idx-free-trial/
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     44Upgrade your WordPress website with portal-quality MLS search capabilities that delight both buyers and sellers. Unlike with other real estate listing plugins, your website visitors can find listings across multiple MLS feeds and enjoy the quickest and most user-friendly real estate search experience available.
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     48**WIDGETS AND SHORTCODES**
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     50Easily add property search, maps, and galleries anywhere on your site using shortcodes—no complicated coding is required!.
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     54**CAPTURE LEADS**
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     56Prominent calls-to-action turn visitors into leads. Customize where, how, and when visitors are prompted to register for new listings that meet their search criteria. And since they can sign in using their social media account, you’ll get leads with accurate contact information.
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     60**GET HELP TURNING LEADS INTO CLIENTS**
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     62No more missed opportunities! Our IDX WordPress plugin is equipped with drip emails that feature new listings, status changes, and price changes to listings that fit the criteria of the search that a lead is subscribed to. Have a past client? Set up a search for them for listings in their area.
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     66**LIVE SUPPORT FOR QUICK & EASY RESOLUTIONS**
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     68Get one-on-one help when you need it. We’re here to give tips on how to get more clients with our plugin and answer any technical questions you might have during and after installation.
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     72**SEO THAT WORKS**
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     74Our customers see an increase of 79% in Google traffic, on average. Thanks to server prerendering, we’re uniquely equipped to ensure Google sees all your content (including listings) as fully being part of your website. As a result, your site’s SEO performance will get a significant boost that no other IDX plugin can offer.
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     78**MLS SEARCH THAT’S EASY TO ADD & EASY TO USE**
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     80Showcase IDX will enable your leads and clients to browse listings with lightning-fast response times using the fully integrated map-based search. And In addition to price and bedroom and bathroom count, they can even drill down to look for detailed MLS search features (such as square footage and amenities)—quickly, easily, and without ever feeling overwhelmed.
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     84**STATE-OF-THE-ART MAPPING TOOLS**
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     86With Showcase IDX, you get the [#1 polygon search available for real estate websites] (https://showcaseidx.com/state-of-the-art-mapping-idx/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page) **and** the only IDX plugin that allows for multiple polygon search. Your website visitors will benefit from unparalleled precision and customization options when searching for listings.
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     90**SHOWCASE EXPERTISE WITH NEIGHBORHOOD PAGES**
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     92No other agent knows your local market like you. Prove it with neighborhood and community pages showing listings matching your predefined search criteria—location, price, keyword, and more.
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     96**REVIEWS: DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT**
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     98“Since switching to Showcase, my bounce rate is down 20%, time spent on my site has doubled, and most importantly I am getting 4x more registrations on my site.” - Will Rogers, Alper Real Estate Group
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     100“Best IDX plugin by far! Showcase IDX is now the only IDX I recommend to my clients. Visually, it is stunning and so much better than the other IDXs. To top it off, customer service is top notch.” - Sinoun Chea, ShiftWeb Solutions
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     102“Converts website leads at a high level. Showcase IDX is leading the way in the world of WordPress IDX solutions. Clients love utilizing the Showcase IDX product with original features not found in any other product.” - Wayne Stratton, Wayne Stratton Consulting
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     105**FREE TRIAL—NO CREDIT CARD REQUIRED**
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     107Take a closer look at Showcase IDX (without a credit card, startup fee, or commitment):[Start your free 10-day trial today!](https://showcaseidx.com/free-trial/idx-free-trial/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page) Want to learn more first? Visit [ShowcaseIDX.com] (http://showcaseidx.com/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page) to get more details or chat with a member of our U.S.-based support team.
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    70111== Installation ==
    71112
    72 1. Sign up for an account at [showcaseidx.com](https://showcaseidx.com/pricing/ "Showcase IDX Plans and Pricing")
    73 2. Once you have an account with Showcase IDX, we'll go through a paperless MLS confirmation process to confirm your valid MLS membership.
    74 3. Once we've validated your MLS membership, we'll send you a welcome email with instructions to download, install and validate your Showcase IDX.
    75 
    76 = Installing in Wordpress: =
    77 1. The simplest way to install is to click on 'Plugins' then 'Add' and type 'Showcase IDX' in the search field. Go to our page and click Install. WordPress does the rest.
    78 2. You should see a message stating that the plugin was installed successfully. Click the Activate Plugin link.
    79 3. Near the bottom of the left navigation, go to Showcase IDX.
     1131. **Sign up for an account at [Showcase IDX](https://showcaseidx.com/pricing/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page).**
     1142. Once you have an account with Showcase IDX, we will go through a paperless MLS confirmation process to confirm your valid MLS membership.
     1153. After validating your MLS membership, you will receive a welcome email with instructions on how to download, install, and validate your Showcase IDX plugin.
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     117**Installing in WordPress:**
     1181. The simplest way to install is to click on 'Plugins', then 'Add New', and type 'Showcase IDX' in the search field. Navigate to our page and click 'Install Now'. WordPress will handle the rest.
     1192. You should see a message stating that the plugin was installed successfully. Click the 'Activate Plugin' link.
     1203. Navigate to 'Showcase IDX' which can be found near the bottom of the left navigation in your WordPress dashboard.
    801214. Click the button to activate your site.
    81 5. That's it! You can now set up your default search page and start using our shortcodes to add hotsheets and other widgets to your site.
     1225. You can now set up your default search page and start using our shortcodes to add hotsheets and other widgets to your site.
     1236. Sign up for an account at [Showcase IDX](https://showcaseidx.com/free-trial/idx-free-trial/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page). Once you have an account, we'll again go through a paperless MLS confirmation process.
     1247. After we've validated your MLS membership, we'll send you a welcome email with instructions to activate your Showcase IDX.
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    82128
    83129== Frequently Asked Questions ==
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    85133= What Happens When I Sign Up? =
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    87 **Step 1 – Paperless MLS documentation.**
    88 You will receive an email shortly with links to the e-documents for the MLS's you belong to. We will review your application and ensure compliance with the MLS. This typically can take anywhere from the same day to 5 business days depending on the MLS and how fast we get the signed documentation back from you. **Please be sure to read and review your documentation** (in some cases it has additional instructions which you must complete separately).
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    90 **Step 2 – MLS Approval.**
    91 Once you’ve been approved by the MLS, we'll send you your personal IDX key and installation instructions. You will need your personal IDX key to make your Showcase IDX search work on your site.
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    93 **Step 3 - Installation**
    94 We've made it as easy as possible to install the plugin on your site, so just follow the written-for-Realtors instructions and you should be good! If you have any issues, [email us](mailto:help@showcaseidx.com) or call us at 1-800-478-0181.
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     136= **Step 1: Sign the HelloSign Agreement in Your Inbox** =
     137You’ll get an email with a link to an e-signature request for the MLS(s) you’ve requested access to. **Please be sure to read and review your documentation completely**, as there may be additional requirements needing your action on the first few pages of the agreement.
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     139= **Step 2: Meanwhile, Familiarize Yourself with the Product** =
     140Check things out while you’re waiting for MLS approval! We’ll give you login credentials, allowing you to install the plugin and access demo data for 10 days. If it takes longer than 10 days to receive your signature or for the MLS to approve your application, you can request an extension of the demo data.
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     142= **Step 3: We’ll Let You Know When Your Trial Has Started** =
     143Once you’ve been approved by the MLS, we will notify you via email that the 10-day trial, with live data, has officially begun.
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     145= **Step 4: Follow the “5 Steps to Success Checklist”** =
     146To help you set up your IDX, our team will send you the “5 Steps to Success Checklist” via email. We’re here to help! If any questions come up during installation or setup, [email us] (help@showcaseidx.com) or call us at 1-800-478-0181.
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    96149= Do You Have Setup Fees or Contracts? =
    97 There are no setup fees or long-term contracts with Showcase IDX. We have monthly and yearly plans. For more information and pricing, check out our [Pricing Page] (http://showcaseidx.com/pricing/).
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     153There are no setup fees or long-term contracts with Showcase IDX. We have monthly and yearly plans. For more information and pricing, check out our [pricing page] (https://showcaseidx.com/pricing/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page)
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    99157= How is the IDX content hosted? =
    100 Feel confident knowing that we're built on the cloud platform that powers Google, Spotify, and Paypal, with 100k miles of fiber optic cable powering your IDX solution.
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     161Feel confident knowing that we’re built on the cloud platform that powers Google, Spotify, and Paypal, with 100k miles of fiber optic cable powering your IDX solution.
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    102165= How frequently is the property data updated? =
    103 The Showcase IDX engine automatically checks for MLS updates every 15 minutes for most MLSs.
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     169For most MLSs, the Showcase IDX engine automatically checks for updates every 5 minutes or less.
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    105173= Will my site get SEO credit for IDX listings? =
    106 Absolutely. We integrate deeply with WordPress on your site to create [100% search engine indexible content](https://showcaseidx.com/real-estate-listing-pages/). Our IDX WordPress plugin turns your website and marketing into a living platform, with drip emails to clients with new listings, continually updated hotsheets and detailed listing pages. Showcase IDX NEVER uses a subdomain (e.g. search.yourwebsite.com) or iframe.
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     177Absolutely. We integrate deeply with WordPress on your site to create [100% search engine indexible content] (https://showcaseidx.com/real-estate-listing-pages/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page). Our IDX WordPress plugin turns your website and marketing into a living platform, with drip emails to clients with new listings, continually updated hot sheets and detailed listing pages. Showcase IDX NEVER uses a subdomain (e.g. search.yourwebsite.com) or iframe.
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    108180= Is my MLS available? =
    109 Read more about [our MLS coverage](https://showcaseidx.com/mls-coverage/). Please note that some MLSs may charge you a separate fee for access to your IDX feed.
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     184Read more about [our MLS coverage] (https://showcaseidx.com/mls-coverage/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page). Please note that some MLSs may charge you a separate fee for access to your IDX feed.
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    111187= What CRMs do you integrate with? =
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    112191You can use real-time Showcase IDX lead data to capture and distribute contact information without having to manually add it, trigger marketing automations, and keep close track of their activity on your website. Key integrations include LionDesk, Follow Up Boss, Prospect Converter and 1000s of apps with Zapier to automate your work and find productivity super powers.
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    114 = What if I don't have a website designer? =
    115 If you're familiar with WordPress and how to update a theme, you can easily get started today. You can also find a [list of approved website developers on our site here](https://showcaseidx.com/custom-wordpress-real-estate-websites/).
     193= What if I don’t have a website designer? =
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     196If you’re familiar with WordPress and how to update a theme, you can easily get started today. You can also find a [list of approved website developers on our site here] (https://showcaseidx.com/custom-wordpress-real-estate-websites/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page).
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    117198= Where can I learn more about the features and pricing? =
    118 Please visit the Showcase IDX website for the latest news and information. [Search & Results](https://showcaseidx.com/idx-search-and-results/). [Listing Pages](https://showcaseidx.com/real-estate-listing-pages/). [Mapping IDX](https://showcaseidx.com/state-of-the-art-mapping-idx/). [CRM Tools](https://showcaseidx.com/real-estate-crm-tools/).
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    120 == Installation ==
    121 
    122 1. Sign up for an account at [showcaseidx.com](https://showcaseidx.com/idx-free-trial/ "Showcase IDX Free Trial")
    123 2. Once you have an account with Showcase IDX, we'll go through a paperless MLS confirmation process to confirm your valid MLS membership.
    124 3. Once we've validated your MLS membership, we'll send you a welcome email with instructions to activate your Showcase IDX.
    125 
    126 = Installing in Wordpress: =
    127 1. The simplest way to install is to click on 'Plugins' then 'Add' and type 'Showcase IDX' in the search field. Go to our page and click Install. WordPress does the rest.
    128 2. You should see a message stating that the plugin was installed successfully. Click the Activate Plugin link.
    129 3. Near the bottom of the left navigation, go to Showcase IDX.
    130 4. Click the button to activate your site.
    131 5. That's it! You can now set up your default search page and start using our shortcodes to add hotsheets and other widgets to your site.
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     200Please visit the Showcase IDX website for the latest news and information. [Search & Results] (https://showcaseidx.com/idx-search-and-results/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page). [Listing Pages] (https://showcaseidx.com/real-estate-listing-pages/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page). [Mapping IDX] (https://showcaseidx.com/state-of-the-art-mapping-idx/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page). [CRM Tools] (https://showcaseidx.com/real-estate-crm-tools/?utm_source=WordPress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=plugin-page).
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    1352081. Add IDX search to your real estate website using our powerful search widgets and shortcodes for your MLS.
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    1382114. Unique set of consumer tools that are designed to engage visitors to your site quickly and turn them into willing leads.
    1392125. Powerful lead capture tools will capture visitors and our integrated CRM will help you turn them into clients.
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