Real Geeks vs. Easy Agent Pro (EAP) are real estate lead generation platforms with internet data exchange (IDX) websites and lead management tools. Real Geeks starts at $249/month while EAP offers multiple packages starting at $119/month. Real Geeks is an all-in-one lead generation solution while EAP is better for a la carte customization. When to…
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The Ultimate Real Estate Listing Presentation [+Free Template]
A listing presentation is an interview to represent a home seller in a real estate transaction. While a listing presentation can simply be a conversation with a homeowner, the best prepared and most successful agents include slide decks, visuals, and documents to demonstrate their expertise, build trust and win the listing. Download Your Free Template…
18 Outrageous Real Estate Marketing Ideas That Actually Worked
Outrageous real estate marketing ideas are calculated risks that have paid off, garnering interest, sales and word-of-mouth without spending a fortune. While many agents struggle to differentiate themselves in fiercely competitive market spaces, some real estate agents dabble in the absurd and found that it actually worked to bolster their business. While you might not…
15 Best Real Estate Apps That Every Agent Needs
Real estate agent apps give you access to the tools you need to get your work done from anywhere. From getting important documents signed to scheduling your next open house, we found the best real estate apps to make you an efficient powerhouse on the road. Here are the best real estate apps on the…
6 Best Real Estate Lock Boxes for 2018
Real estate lock boxes safely and securely hold keys so they can be retrieved by a real estate agent to show a home when the homeowner isn’t present. The best lock boxes are strong, durable, and resistant to weather and tampering. This article reviews the top six real estate lock boxes of varying styles and…
Top 25 Open House Invitation Templates from the Pros
Open house invitations notify prospective buyers of the details of your upcoming open house, clearly display the key features and images of the listing, and bring more individuals to your doorstep. We reviewed the top 25 open house invitation templates to look at what features bring interest and warm leads knocking when the open house…
5 Best Real Estate Craigslist Posting Services for 2018
Real estate Craigslist posting services are online platforms that enable real estate agents to automatically post properties from the MLS to Craigslist. We reviewed several available services to determine the five best for posting efficiently, tracking leads, and avoiding pitfalls like flagging and ghosting. Services were evaluated based on price, ease of use, and customer…
Best Open House Apps for Realtors in 2018
Open house apps bring essential real estate tools to your mobile device, creating a convenient experience for Realtors and agents. Sign-in sheets, CRMs, and other features are available right at your fingertips, streamlining your sales process. We reviewed the leading open house apps to assess their capabilities, price points, and their ability to engage leads….
Top 25 Expert Tips on How to Get Clients in Real Estate
Clients are the lifeblood of a real estate business. It’s important to generate enough leads and build your sphere of influence to ensure success. We spoke with experts who shared their best tips on how to get clients in real estate that involve everything from making better uses of open houses to finding new clients…
Closing Costs: Definition, Types & Average Amounts
Closing costs are the extra expenses that buyers and sellers pay on top of the purchase price at settlement of a real estate transaction. Closing costs include mortgage origination fees, discount points, appraisal fees, and more. Average closing costs on the median home sales price of $230,000 are 2 percent to 5 percent, or $4,600…
Top 25 Real Estate Mailer Tips & Examples from the Pros
Real estate mailers include any of the variety of direct mail pieces you can send to prospects in your farm area to solicit leads, but are most often comprised of real estate postcards. Real estate mailers are an inexpensive and effective method of gaining leads and building name recognition. Here are the top 25 real…
Top 25 Real Estate Farming Postcard Examples & Templates
Real estate farming postcards create name recognition for you in your farm area, which helps return new client leads. While there are many different types of real estate farming postcards, this article will show the best ideas and offer designs and templates you can follow to maximize your results in your neighborhood. Here are the…