Builders Update, a leading provider of new construction inventory data in North America, has officially joined the GDX – Global Data Exchange network, the company announced on June 29, 2026. The partnership marks a significant step for the new construction sector, as it opens builder inventory to an international audience of real estate professionals, MLSs, and investors for the first time through a federated, standards-based platform.
Led by CEO Bill Gaul, Builders Update has established a reputation for transforming how builder data is shared across the real estate ecosystem, connecting new construction inventory with MLSs, brokers, and agents. Gaul also serves as Chair of the RESO Data Dictionary New Construction Subcommittee, where he helps shape industry standards that enable reliable and consistent cross-platform data exchange.
By joining GDX, Builders Update connects its inventory to a growing international network built on RESO standards. This gives builders greater global visibility while preserving data ownership, local governance, and market autonomy. According to Gaul, "Builders Update is the only new construction source in the GDX network, and that’s significant. Builders are realizing there is one place to go if they want exposure not only in the US but worldwide. Through GDX, we’re able to connect that inventory to an international audience – and we’ve already converted our platform to nine languages and nine currencies to make that a reality."
The implications of this announcement are far-reaching. For builders, it means access to a broader pool of potential buyers and investors across different countries, potentially accelerating sales and reducing time on market. Real estate professionals and MLSs worldwide can now access accurate, up-to-date new construction data, enabling better cross-border collaboration and referrals. Investors benefit from increased transparency and the ability to identify opportunities in multiple markets through a single, standardized network.
The partnership also underscores the growing importance of data standards in the real estate industry. By leveraging the RESO Web API and RESO Data Dictionary, GDX ensures that data exchanged across borders remains consistent and reliable, reducing friction and errors. For the industry as a whole, this move signals a shift toward greater globalization of real estate data, which could lead to more efficient markets and increased liquidity.
GDX – Global Data Exchange is a neutral, standards-based, federated network connecting MLS organizations, brokerages, and real estate technology providers worldwide. Built on RESO standards, GDX enables the secure exchange of public listing data across borders while preserving data ownership, local governance, and market autonomy. Builders Update, headquartered in Boca Raton, FL, serves builders, MLSs, brokers, and real estate professionals through its innovative platform and commitment to data quality. For more information, visit buildersupdate.com.
