Choosing the right real estate broker
Ah, such an important decision. Choosing the right broker can make your break you business at times. Sure - I think there are agents that can get it done regardless, but imagine the head start you'd...
View ArticleHappy Holidays!
I just wanted to wish anyone who happened to stop by a happy and safe holiday!
View ArticleWordpress 3.3 is out!
I've updated TechForAgents.com to use the latest and greatest. Check out the latest update from the devs over at Wordpress for all your real estate blogs:http://wordpress.org/news/2011/12/sonny/As...
View ArticleDotloop - Digital Signatures and Transaction Management
Keller Williams recently integrated Dotloop into their transaction management system. I'm considering doing a piece ont hem because it's insanely awesome. There have been quite a few attempts and...
View ArticleSXSW
Anyone heading out to SXSW in Austin this year? I've always wanted to go to the tech oriented conferences but the admission cost is pretty high! If you've been - learn anything?
View ArticleDo you hold open houses?
I've read that 99% of homes listed by agents are sold through other agents, leaving a measly 1% for other sources (including open houses) and proving that the MLS is our primary tool for selling...
View ArticleShare your best script
This is one I use with a vengeance on expireds, and it usually never fails to convince a lead to a meeting if I'm right on the cusp of converting. I think it works so well because it actually makes...
View ArticleCall New Leads - All Hours?
I'm currently experimenting with getting a text when a new lead registers, and then I immediately call if a phone number is listed. I'm curious if you have any limits on the time of the day that you...
View ArticleAccountability
I'm curious on what you guys think about accountability programs in general, and what type of regimen you prescribe to new (and veteran) real estate agents.My experience is with more of a strict...
View ArticleFurther Discussion: IDX for Real Estate
From this blog post: http://www.techforagents.com/1598-idx-real-estate/Are there any major vendors that you feel I left out? Besides lead capture and being indexable, what other things are important to...
View ArticleBooks for Real Estate Agents
Which reads are must haves' in your library for new real estate agents? Two of my favorites are:1) Millionare Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller2) Rework by 37 SignalsShift by Gary Keller didn't hit me...
View ArticleSEOMoz vs. Raven Tools
I've recently begun using both, and I'm a bit torn. Both are priced identically ($99), which doesn't get me excited (trust me), but each one does an awesome job at a few things.SEOMoz seems to give you...
View ArticleLike button added to discussions
I'm experimenting with adding the "like" button to each discussion. Please let me know if you see any weird visual bugs or something that doesn't work/look right. Thanks!
View ArticleAlternatives to Google Maps
So I'm at my wits end trying to get the links in tooltips to open in a new page for embedded Google Maps. Anyone know of any alternatives?
View ArticleDo you pre-approve before showing homes?
I'm always in a battle with myself on whether I should be 100% against showing homes without a Buyer's Rep Agreement and a pre-approval letter. What do you guys do?
View ArticleDo you write content yourself or hire a dedicated writer?
I've been writing my entire real estate career myself - I find it ...well...therapeutic? Though, with the amount I've been doing lately and how busy I've been, I've been contemplating hiring a writer...
View ArticleThoughts on Google+ New UI
So mine has yet to roll out, but for those of you who it has, what do you think of the new Google+ UI? More info:...
View ArticleGoogle Drive is Alive!
Check it out: http://drive.google.com5GB of storage for free, along with more storage for paid plans. Looks like it's just like Dropbox.
View ArticleDotLoop works great on the iPad
So we had some storms roll through here last night and knocked out power to my home office while I was in the middle of some contract work for a client. I fired up the iPad, and used the LTE connection...
View ArticleWhat's your computer setup?
Here's what I currently have working and it's been functioning beautifully. iPad 3, Macbook Air, and a Windows PC at the office so I have access to Windows when I need it. So far, I've been using:-...
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