Tether RE to Expand Agent Safety Tools for 100,000+ Bright MLS Subscribers
(Twin Falls, Idaho) July 14, 2025 Tether RE, the all-in-one real estate safety and productivity platform is pleased to announce a collaboration with Bright MLS, the nation’s largest multiple listing service. Bright MLS subscribers will soon have the option to subscribe to Tether RE, a comprehensive personal safety platform designed specifically for real estate professionals. Serving more than 100,000 real estate professionals across six states and Washington, D.C., Bright MLS is the first MLS in the country to offer Tether RE, cementing its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in agent support and technology adoption.
“Having managed and coached agents for many years, unfortunately I saw many be put in uncomfortable or unsafe situations,” said Ted Mucellin, Bright MLS Chief Strategy and Operations Officer. “We are pleased to connect our subscribers to Tether, as we believe it offers a valuable solution for keeping agents safe and connected.”
Tether RE is the only comprehensive safety app created specifically for real estate professionals. The platform includes 24/7 live safety monitoring, reverse phone and address lookups, criminal background checks, SOS and struggle/impact alerts, and proximity-based safety timers—all integrated seamlessly with a suite of productivity tools like mileage tracking, expense logging, and smart navigation.
“Offering Tether to Bright MLS subscribers is a huge milestone,” said Vanessa Martin, CoFounder of Tether RE. “Their commitment to agent well-being and their readiness to embrace innovation makes them an ideal collaborator. We’re thrilled to bring our solution to so many agents who deserve peace of mind in the field.”
As part of the Tether subscription, Bright MLS subscribers will receive dedicated onboarding experience and support from both Tether RE and Bright MLS to help them get started.
About Bright MLS:
Bright MLS is the engine behind some of the most powerful and dynamic real estate markets in the country. As the largest multiple listing service in the United States, Bright empowers over 100,000 real estate professionals with real-time data, deep market intelligence, and the tools to serve more than half a million buyers and sellers each month across six states—Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia—and the District of Columbia. In 2024 alone, Bright powered more than 430,000 listings— a volume that far outplaced other large MLSs. Backed by a nationally respected research team, Bright delivers trusted housing intelligence that powers decisions. Bright was built to lead. Built to push organized real estate forward—creating a more transparent, competitive, and informed marketplace
About Tether RE:
Tether RE is a comprehensive real estate safety and productivity platform built specifically for agents. With 24/7 live safety monitoring, client pre-screening tools, in the field emergency features, and integrated productivity features, Tether RE helps agents work more efficiently—protecting agents from contact to close. Learn more at www.TetherRE.com.
Media Contact:
Vanessa Martin
Vanessa@tetherRE.com
