Zillow is the largest real estate search engine on the internet, providing an effective platform for real estate agents to advertise with per-lead pricing starting at around $20. Trafficking more than 185 million visitors per month, Zillow provides significant opportunities for agents via Zillow Premier Agent, but is it worth the cost? In short, yes….
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Top 30 Inspiring Real Estate Logos + Tools to Create Your Own
A real estate logo is a visual representation of a brand and services. The most memorable and effective real estate logos stand apart from the competition and provide a clear sense of an agent’s character, mission, and niche. We’ve assembled the 30 best real estate logos below as inspiration for your own logo. Trendy Real…
40 Best Real Estate Software & Tools for Top Agents in 2019
Real estate software provides agents everything from lead generation tools to video editing, expense tracking, and open house management software. The right real estate tools can help you streamline listings and closings by optimizing marketing campaigns and simplifying transaction management. To help you choose, we identified the 40 best real estate software on the market….
What Is a Quitclaim Deed?
A quitclaim deed is a document that transfers ownership of real property from one person to another. They are useful in situations where you want to transfer ownership without money changing hands. Because a quitclaim does not guarantee a clear and marketable title, it’s best to only use quitclaims with people you know and trust….
Best & Worst Tourism Cities for Hotels and Airbnbs 2019
Now more than ever, travelers have an abundance of accommodation options—from traditional hotel chains to a variety of Airbnb properties. Airbnbs have grown so much since the company’s inception in 2008 that it now accounts for 20% of the United States consumer lodging market. Hotels are thriving; the average revenue per available hotel room grew…
41 Real Estate Open House Ideas People Love
Unique real estate open house ideas can be the key to a successful property showing and subsequent sales. To help make your showing a success, we asked real estate professionals for their best open house tips. Their responses cover everything from staging to more innovative ideas like hiring a drone banner to advertise your event….
Real Estate Practice Exam Questions (+ Top Test Prep Providers)
A real estate practice exam is a mock test designed to help prospective agents prepare for their licensing exam. They typically include dozens of multiple-choice questions covering topics like real estate law, finance, and ethics. Free full-length practice exams are hard to find, so students should consider sourcing them from a subscription-based exam prep company….
Real Estate Transaction Management Software: 6 Best Platforms 2019
The best real estate transaction management software gives realty professionals the ability to create, send, store, and track documents securely electronically, leading to more efficient sales processes. We evaluated 11 transaction management platforms and found the six best based on price, integrations, storage, security, ease of use, and customer service. Top 6 Real Estate Transaction…
6 Best WordPress IDX Plugins 2019
WordPress IDX (internet data exchange) is a connection between a website and the multiple listing service (MLS) that allows agents to display MLS for-sale properties on their website, typically using a plugin. We compared 12 IDX WordPress plugins to find the best according to price, features, customization, marketing, usability, and service. Before you can use…
Real Estate Chatbots: The Ultimate Guide
A real estate chatbot is an automated program that allows agents to simulate conversation with site visitors via a chat interface on their website. This program—or bot—helps answer common questions about properties and services without agents spending their own time interacting with visitors. This often results in new leads and, eventually, sales. If you’re ready…
Real Estate Agent vs Broker: The Differences Explained
A real estate agent is anyone who has earned a real estate license. A real estate broker is an agent who has also passed their broker license exam. The primary difference between a real estate agent and broker is that a broker can own a real estate firm or hire agents to work for them….
Realtor.com Leads for Agents: How to Maximize Your ROI in 2019
Realtor.com is the second-largest online real estate marketplace, with over 18 million unique monthly visitors. The platform offers free and paid marketing and lead generation tools to help agents grow their business. Pricing information isn’t readily available online, but services for Realtor.com leads reportedly cost from $200 to over $1,000 per month. How Much Realtor.com…