Builders Update, a leading provider of new construction inventory data in North America, has officially joined the GDX – Global Data Exchange network, a move that opens up new construction listings to an international audience of real estate professionals, MLSs, and investors for the first time through a federated, standards-based platform. The announcement, made on June 29, 2026, marks a significant step in expanding the reach of new construction data beyond domestic markets.
Led by CEO Bill Gaul, Builders Update has established a reputation for transforming how builder data is shared within the real estate ecosystem, connecting new construction inventory with the MLSs, brokers, and agents who rely on it. Gaul also serves as Chair of the RESO Data Dictionary New Construction Subcommittee, where he helps shape the industry standards that ensure cross-platform data exchange is reliable and consistent.
By joining GDX, Builders Update connects its inventory to a growing international network built on RESO standards, giving builders greater global visibility while preserving data ownership, local governance, and market autonomy. This is particularly important because new construction data has traditionally been siloed within local markets, limiting exposure for builders seeking international buyers or investors.
“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,” states Gaul.
The implications of this partnership are broad. For builders, it means their inventory can now be seen by a global audience of real estate professionals, potentially accelerating sales to international buyers. For MLSs and brokers, it provides access to new construction data that was previously difficult to obtain outside of local markets. The federated model ensures that data ownership remains with the source, addressing concerns about control and privacy that often arise with data sharing.
GDX – Global Data Exchange is a neutral, standards-based, federated network connecting MLS organizations, brokerages, and real estate technology providers worldwide. Built on the RESO Web API and RESO Data Dictionary, 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 across North America. Through its innovative platform and commitment to data quality, the company advances transparency, interoperability, and collaboration within the new construction sector. For more information, visit buildersupdate.com.
This development is important because it breaks down geographic barriers for new construction data, enabling a more fluid global real estate market. As cross-border investment continues to grow, having access to standardized, reliable data becomes crucial for all stakeholders. The partnership between Builders Update and GDX sets a precedent for how new construction data can be shared internationally, potentially reshaping how builders market their properties worldwide.
