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title: "Intro to Realist"
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published: 2026-07-29T22:13:08Z
canonical: "docs.cotality.com/intro-to-realist"
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> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.cotality.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Intro to Realist

### Intro to Realist

        
            

Welcome to Realist! You are ready to get started, and the good news is that Realist is an all-in-one solution that puts the comprehensive public records and market tools you need to do your job better right at your fingertips.

        

        

            

                
                    
                        

**Video Tutorial Overview**

                    
                    
                        

This introductory video guide outlines general information to help familiarize you with the underlying platform infrastructure and customization layouts:

                        

- **Core Data Layer:** Discover how tax records and regional public records combine smoothly with active and historical MLS data layers.
- **Platform Integration:** Review native entry points and layout shortcuts to access the tool directly from within your partner MLS platform dashboard nodes.
- **Dataset Capabilities:** Learn about the historical document streams stored within the engine, including localized Sales, Foreclosures, Mortgages, and Taxes & Assessments data.
- **Interface Navigation:** Take a fast tour of the landing homepage controls and customizable workspace display widgets.

                        
                            
                                
                                

Click [here](/docs/intro-to-realist#) to view the complete Intro to Realist video tutorial in the media panel.

                            
                            [Introductory video guide detailing the interface layout and data core.](https://www.youtube.com/embed/XxW7Isr8we4)