Use Special Characters for more Flexible Searches in REcolorado Matrix

Sometimes a single value doesn’t cut it when you’re looking for the perfect home for your clients. The table below lists special characters allowed in search fields that can help you conduct more flexible, powerful searches in REcolorado Matrix.

Special CharacterDescriptionExample
+ 
Plus sign 
Greater than or equal to: 
Allows you to search for values that are greater than or equal to the value you entered. When using the + character, it must follow the value you enter. 
Bathrooms: 3+ 
Finds all listings that have 3 or more bathrooms. 

Minus sign 
Less than or equal to:  
Allows you to search for values that are less than or equal to the value you entered. When using the – character, it must follow the value you enter.  
Bathrooms: 3- 
Finds all listings that have 3 bathrooms or less.  
 
Dash  
Range:  
Allows you to specify a numeric range. 
List Price: 150000-200000 
Finds all listings with a list price ranging from $150,000 to $200,000. 
Note: In the example above, if the Active Box is checked under Status, enter the range as 150-200, and similarly for other values.
 
 
Comma 
Either/Or:  
Allows you to enter multiple values in a single field. 
Zip Code: 80015, 80016  
Finds all listings that are in either Zip Code 80015 or 80016. 
* 
Asterisk 
Wildcard: 
Searches for unknown letters and/or numbers. 
Street Name: *Pine 
Finds all listings that are located on a street that contains the word, Pine. Pinewood, Pine Wood, Pine Grove, etc.  
 PRO TIP: If you are not sure how the street named was entered, use the wildcard search to quickly find the property.  
 
Street Name: Park* 
Finds all listings that are located on a street that begins with the word Park.  
 
Public and Private Remarks: *keyword* 
Finds all listings with the “keyword” in the Public and Private Remarks. Use commas to separate multiple keywords. Learn more: How to Search Using the Wildcard
The NOT buttonExclusions:
Searches excluding specific results.
City: Lakewood and Westminster selected
Renders city search results for everything BUT Lakewood and Westminster when the NOT button is selected.
Learn more: How to Conduct a Search Excluding Certain Words

For searches

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Matrix: Accessing What You Want 

Remember, REcolorado Customer Success is here to help! If you’re ever stuck or need a quick answer to your question, reach out to our team at support@REcolorado.com or 303.850.9576, option 1.