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20 Best Apps For Real Estate Agents In 2022

Wade Webb on March 2, 2022

Being a realtor in today’s day and age is no easy feat. You’re facing massive competition across the marketplace, no matter where you’re located. That’s why using apps in your real estate business is important. The right software can simplify, automate, and speed up your processes. Whether you need to find new clients, maintain relationships, or view properties more effectively, consider these 20 excellent apps for real estate in 2022:

1. Right Inbox

When you can’t meet your clients in person, using email is the next best thing. You can bypass social media and communicate directly with a single client or a list of clients via email. Right Inbox is an app that helps you optimize your email outreach and nurture relationships.

With Right Inbox, realtors can schedule messages and send the latter at specific times. You can also set reminders for yourself to follow up with potential sellers or buyers. Keeping your pipeline full is key for realtors, and Right Inbox is the best app to stay on top of your communications no matter how many contacts you have.

Key Features:

Email tracking to see if clients/ prospects are opening your emails.
Email reminders to follow up at a certain time.
Private notes to turn Gmail into its own CRM
One-click email templates to increase sales
Signatures to maintain a professional appearance
Recurring emails to save tome
GIFs in emails

Pricing: $5.95 a month

Check out this piece we wrote on how realtors could use Right Inbox to their advantage.

2. PropertyBase

Propertybase is a great app for real estate agents in 2022. It helps realtors and brokerage teams modernize their approach to customer management. The truth is that face-to-face communication is less feasible than before the pandemic.

An all-in-one CRM, Propertybase is built on Salesforce — integrating IDX lead generation sites and MLS without a hitch. This allows realtors to stay connected with leads digitally, without switching back and forth between various applications.

Key Features:

Mobile and web app
Pipeline tracking
Dialer
Call logging
Text messaging
Drip campaigns

Pricing: Custom pricing

3. Zillow Premier Agent

Zillow Premier Agent is an essential app for real estate agents if you use Zillow for listings. It provides a comprehensive CRM in which you can import leads from various sources such as Gmail, Realtor.com, and BoomTown.

Within the app, you can also sign up for My Agent, a program that only shows your leads properties in which you are the buyer’s agent. In addition, you can see what your leads are looking for on a granular level.

Key Features:

My Agent
Tasks
Reminders
Text messaging
Emails
Lead sorting and assignment

Pricing: Free

4. MagicPlan

Before a client purchases a home, they must be able to visualize themselves and their families living in it. Of course, this is easier said than done if you are not showing the property in person — an increasingly common situation in 2022 due to COVID-19.

MagicPlan is a useful real estate app because it provides your buyers with fast answers before a construction or inspection professional can weigh in. Show your buyers floor plans, high quality images, and a well-organized list of renovations for any property.

Key Features:

New floor layouts
Renovation pricing
Room scanning for instant floor plans
3D tours

Pricing: $10 to $100 / month

5. Connecteam

Connecteam is another real agent app making the list. It is known as a digital briefcase because it gives realtors everything they need without actual paper. It is a mobile-first solution, made especially for employees out in the field.

By using Connecteam, agents can manage their property listings, schedules, customer interactions, paperwork, and more on the run. It also helps you sign the agreements in real time to close buyers and sellers and ensure your commission is on the way.

Key Features:

Social feed
Price quotes
Customer reviews
Onboarding
Searchable library
Work contact consolidation

Pricing: $39 a month for 50 users

6. Contactually

If you want to keep up with current or past customers, it can be challenging as a real estate agent. That’s why having a CRM like Contactually is so helpful. With this app, you can make all of your contacts centralized, keeping information about them in the same place.

With Contactually, real estate agents spend less time on minutiae and more time doing what really creates revenue. Use targeted automation and messaging to build your client base and keep relationships strong.

Key Features:

Contact management
Interaction tracking
Client matching
Property matching
Campaign management

Pricing: $59 per month per user

7. Bubble Level App

Bubble Level App, also known as Spirit Level, is a particularly unique realtor app. And it happens to be free. If you’re an agent that loves to show prewar listings that need some renovations, then you’re in luck.

With Bubble Level, you can get a quick reading of projects that need to be done, such as a door frame or crooked floor. This app is built-in to iOS phones and tablets. However on Android, you’ll need to download the separate app.

Key Features:

Native functionality on iOS
Camera-enabled measurements and level functions
Screenshot enabled to send to potential buyers

Pricing: Free

8. Lab Coats Agents (LCA) Marketing Center App

The LCA Marketing Center app is created specifically to help real estate agents be more effective on social media. The easy-to-use application allows realtors to craft beautiful looking content for social media.

Whether you are sitting in a coffee shop, at home, or taking a quick break between showings, you can log into LCA Marketing Center to quickly create posts and other marketing assets and keep your name in front of your market.

Key Features:

Social media content
Flyers
Door hangers
Business Cards
Fast Editing

Pricing: $59 / month

9. Canva

It’s difficult to get ahead in the real estate world today. Everyone is pressed for time. Finding presale and other properties without seeing them firsthand is a big challenge, for instance. That’s why Canva can be so essential.

You can create beautiful, remote presentations for your clientele. You can show them leaflets, business cards, charts, or powerpoint slides made with Canva. And it doesn’t require any kind of special design skills.

Key Features:

Easy to use
Logo maker
Presentation templates
Hundreds of font and design options

Pricing: $10 / month

10. Dotloop

There is a reason real estate agents get paid such a great commission for getting a deal done. Tons of paperwork needs to be completed before the transaction is complete. The old way of doing this requires tons of physical documents and time.

However, using Dotloop, you can sign paperwork, send it, and get everyone on the same page digitally. It has a mobile platform too so you’re not limited to getting it done in the office.

Key Features:

Compliance
E-sign technology
Create forms

Pricing: $29 / month

11. BombBomb

You need to be able to leverage as many channels as possible in order to get through to new clients. BombBomb is one of the more popular realtor apps in 2022 for this reason. It helps you build your relationships using email, text, or social media.

You can also send out personalized video messages. These can then be used in your emails to foster more strong connections with potential buyers and sellers.

Key Features:

Video messages
Analytics
Message Tracking
Integrations

Pricing: $49 per month per team

12. FreshDesk

Clients today have a lot more expectations than they used to. The ability to instantly send messages means they want faster response times, and usually that means instantly.

One way to meet their needs is using FreshDesk. It is a customer service app providing live chat. You can answer requests right in the moment, improving your chances of converting them to customers.

Key Features:

One inbox
Chat live
Scheduled messages

Pricing: $15 / month

13. CINC

CINC is a new real estate app that you should look into. It helps you keep an eye on incoming leads and get them on the phone to qualify them quickly.

You can use CINC for text, email, and more, increasing your inbound lead conversion rates to find new buyers and sellers.

Key Features:

Lead prioritization
Task lists
Follow up reminders

Pricing: $1,500 per month

14. Close

Close is a CRM for any industry, but real estate agents can get a lot of value out of it. Use Close to turn your leads into paying clients.

The app is multichannel, meaning you can adapt your strategy to social media, websites, and other digital platforms at will. Call, text, and email leads while tracking their progress within the platform.

Key Features:

Task reminders
CRM
Visual timeline
Power dialer

Pricing: $30 a month

15. Cloud Agent Suite (CAS)

CAS provides realtors with modern tools to manage and keep track of MLS listings. YOu can get lead gen, search, and alerts all from the same source.

A comparative market analysis (CMA) is also one of the most important things for real estate agents to implement in their business. Create comparisons that you can present to clients to demonstrate why you are better.

Key Features:

Lead gen platform
MLS integrated
Digital CMA reports

Pricing: Custom pricing after speaking with a rep

16. LionDesk

LionDesk is another CRM that is worthy of making the list of best real estate agent apps for 2022. The application, unlike some others, is completely dedicated to realtors. It helps you manage your client pipeline quickly and easily.

Use video calls, emails, and texts on the platform to create a comprehensive outreach plan. Track your new and existing deals and keep more in the pipeline every month.

Key Features:

Auto drip campaigns
Bulk texting
AI assist
Video communication

Pricing: $25 / month

17. PalmAgent ONE

PalmAgent ONE is a new app for realtors on mobile devices. It is designed to help you be productive anywhere, any time. You can calculate your most important numbers in seconds such as buyer estimates.

You can also use the app to get seller net sheets to share and use internally based on manual or automatic calculations.

Key Features:

Buyer estimates
Reporting
Seller net sheets calculator

Pricing: Custom quote for pricing after filling out the form

18. Buffer

Buffer is known as the king of social media apps. It is a powerful platform that helps users schedule posts in advance. You don’t have to limit yourself to one platform either. You can create a post and translate it across various channels.

For instance, you may have existing customers on Twitter but are looking for new sellers on Facebook. Reach both of these audiences after creating content just one time, saving your energy for higher level work.

Key Features:

Social media metrics
Respond fast to comments
Performance measurement
Schedule posts across social channels — FB, Twitter, and more

Pricing: $15 / month

19. Real Property Resource (RPR) Mobile

RPR Mobile is an app that is actually a subsidiary of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). RPR mobile allows realtors to gain the important data they need for property showings. They can also perform research such as comparative market analysis (CMAs).

If you need to keep your clients in the loop while on the run, RPR mobile is one of the best apps for you going forward. You can use polygon search to find specific neighborhoods or zip codes no matter where you are or how much time you have.

Key Features:

Polygon neighborhood selection
Share property photos with clients
Official subsidiary of NAR

Pricing: Free

20. Waze

Waze is not necessarily an app that is specific to the real estate industry. But if you’re ever taken an Uber or Lyft ride, you may have seen it in use already. This powerful and free app is a route planner.

Unlike other map apps, it is updated in real time to reflect traffic and accidents. That way, you are never late to a showing with a client.

Key Features:

ETA alerts
Traffic updates
Optimized driving routes

Pricing: Free

Conclusion

The best real estate agents invest in themselves and their business. When it comes to apps, it’s no different. Finding the right apps can be difficult. Thankfully, we’ve compiled the 20 most effective and affordable apps for you already. Simply select a few to start using and watch how your real estate career changes. Feel free to comment and share some of your personal favorites!

Strength and courage,
Wade

The Top Things The Pros Have In Real Estate

Wade Webb on September 15, 2021

Let me ask you a question. “Are you all in for real estate? Or are you just dabbling in real estate, hoping for what you’ve heard is quick, easy money?” Both of these types of agents exist in our industry. But only one has longevity… the real “professionals” will always outlast the “hobbyists.” Which begs the question: What does it take to become a true “professional” in real estate? What are the top traits of a true pro in the business. See how many of them you live up to?

Trait No. 1. They set goals, write plans, and execute on their plans. Implementation and execution. This one’s simple enough. Obviously to achieve big things requires goal setting and a business plan for how you’ll achieve those goals. Then it takes the discipline to actually execute your plan instead of getting distracted and pulled in a million different directions.

Trait No. 2. They have a strong work ethic, a “whatever it takes” spirit. Remember what I’ve been saying and what we see from our coaching members’ experiences: 10% of success is knowing what to do and how to do it. The other 90% is actually doing the work. If you’re not willing to work, if you tire easily, if you’re not fully committed… you’re not going to rise to the level of a true real estate “professional.”

Trait No. 3. They use technology to improve efficiency (speed) and provide a better experience for their clients (convenience) Being “pretty good” isn’t good enough. You need to be providing the type of service that wows your clients and gets them talking about you. That’s what professionals do. And they do the same thing when it comes to making things easier on themselves – by investing in technology to improve efficiencies in their business. Is your tech really moving the needle for you, your team, and your clients? Constantly delivering the unexpected.

Trait No. 4. They are good listeners & approach each customer with empathy, understanding, and respect. Put yourself in the consumer’s shoes. Make an effort to understand what makes them unique. Meet not only their housing desires but their emotional needs. Stop talking and listen.

Trait No. 5. They are knowledgeable about the process and know how to guide clients successfully through real estate transactions. Most agents probably say this one is a no-brainer. But what about when variables get introduced… how broad is your scope to successfully guide people through a transaction when there are “outside the box” factors involved? My point here is that you should never become content that you know it all, because there’s always a new twist to encounter coming around the bend. Keep learning, keep growing, keep improving how you do things. Always.

Trait No. 6. Professional realtors set realistic expectations for themselves and their clients – they don’t promise what’s not possible or reasonable. Professionalism is all about taking a long-term perspective. Hobbyists and hacks set themselves up for failure – or at best, short-term success – by overpromising and under-delivering. A recent 1000watt consumer survey found that “Open, honest communication” is the number one thing people are looking for to gain trust in their real estate agent.

Professionals provide honest, straightforward advice to prepare people for the realities of what they’re likely to face… and then they build long-term relationships with those clients in the process.

Trait No. 7. They delegate, when possible, to focus on their highest and best uses of time. You’ve heard me talk about your HABU – highest and best use of your time. But have you taken it to heart? Have you delegated tasks that someone could be doing for $20/hour to allow you to conduct more “dollar-productive” business? Have you explored hiring a Virtual Assistant to take the heavy workload off your desk? Have you systematized your business to free you up to focus on what matters most?

Trait No. 8. They market themselves and their homes for sale in a modern way. Using the best tools and mediums (MLS, video, direct mail, online ads) to generate the most exposure and hyperlocal response. It’s difficult to be a professional if you’re spending most of your time chasing new business. That’s why having effective marketing attraction systems is so important. When your marketing is automatically delivering a steady stream of new and returning clients, you can focus on providing the exceptional experience that keeps them coming back and referring you to their friends. If your marketing plan isn’t performing, I invite you to speak with one of our expert business consultants to help overcome the challenges you’re facing.

Trait No. 9. They’ve properly positioned themselves online, Google My Business, the portals, to all relevant social sites. Have you maximized your Google My Business page? If not, download this today. Are you engaging with people on social to grow your accounts? Are you posting consistently? Do you have a social media posting schedule or do you just “wing it”? Professionals have this stuff handled. Do you?

Trait No. 10. They respond to inquiries quickly, recognizing consumers expectations are “now”. Today’s consumer expects an Amazon-like experience. Push a button. Easy peasy. Results delivered overnight. Is it a fair expectation with something as complex as real estate? Doesn’t matter. That’s what they want, and it’s your role to respond immediately. And “I’m too busy for that” isn’t a valid response. Figure it out, or one of your competitors will figure it out and put you right out of business.

Trait No. 11. They know their local market, neighborhoods, schools, home price trends and all reliable home service providers. If you’ve been paying attention, I’ve been saying that agents should make studying the MLS part of their morning routine every single day. There’s no better way to make sure you’re dialed in when it comes to what’s selling, what’s not, how long properties are on the market, etc. Beyond that, I urge you to involve yourself in the community you serve and give back in a variety of ways – whether that means donating time and/or money to local causes or making videos informing people of local happenings and market conditions. Make yourself the “knowledge broker” in your market and share your expertise with the community.

Trait No. 12. They have a growth mindset, to maintain relevancy and confidence in their business. Because that’s what professionals do. Professionals aren’t content with the status quo. They don’t settle for “good enough.” Instead, they maintain a steadfast commitment to moving forward, growing their business and expanding their empire. And it’s not just talk or swagger – they back it up with action! So… how many of these 12 can you say you demonstrate on a consistent basis? What do you need to work on as a result?

Strength and courage,
Wade

2021 Tech Tools For Agents

Wade Webb on April 14, 2021

Speed, contactless connectivity, and safety are the major challenges for the real estate industry. This week we are sharing with you everything from high-tech smart masks to ultra-mobile laptops and even more connected smart-home gear. What’s going to matter for your business moving forward in 2021 and tech? Here, we highlight some of the tech products that could be useful to real estate professionals in 2021.

LUFT Duo Air Purifier – © LUFTQI

1. Clear the air. Several companies debuted wearable and portable air purifiers that can be used in the car and office or during showings and open houses. LUFT Duo showed off a portable purifier that uses photocatalytic technology to filter out dust, pollen, cigarette smoke, mold, VOCs, and pathogens. The company’s research also suggests the coronavirus can’t survive for more than one hour in a room with a LUFT Duo compared to the virus’s usual 21-hour airborne lifespan. The device draws air from all angles and has a washable filter. LUFT Duo includes a USB Type-C charging cable and a cup holder for your car. $149/Luftqi.com

OpenComm Bone Conduction Stereo Bluetooth Headset – © Aftershokz

2. Keep an open ear as you talk. Keep your ear to your phone while going about your workday. AfterShokz debuted the wireless OpenComm Bone Conduction Stereo Bluetooth Headset, which streams audio through your cheekbone, leaving your ears open to your surroundings. The lightweight open-ear design eliminates a physical in-ear sound barrier. The device also features a DSP noise-canceling boom microphone to eliminate background noise in loud areas. A one-hour charge allows for 16 hours of talk time, and a five-minute “quick charge” feature allows for up to two hours of talk time in a pinch. $159.95/Aftershokz.com

Portable 5-in-1 Emergency Hub – © BodyGuardz

3.Take in case of emergencies. The Portable 5-in-1 Emergency Hub from BodyGuardz can slide in your pocket for use in case of an emergency. It features five emergency tools, such as to help solve power outages or alert authorities when there’s a threat to your personal safety. It includes a power bank, personalized emergency notifications, one-touch alert and siren, flashlight, and emergency radio. It also supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. $99.95/Bodyguardz.com

Binatone’s MaskFone – © Binatone

4. Smarten your mask with Bluetooth. Here’s an easier way to talk while masked: Binatone’s MaskFone is a wireless headphone and mask in one. It includes a built-in microphone with a medical-grade N95 filter. The mask includes built-in wireless earbuds that have environmental noise cancelation features to block out background noise and project your voice. It also enables you take a phone call without having to remove your mask. It features washable twill fabric and a disposable interchangeable N95 filter for 95% virus filtration. It’s compatible with Amazon’s Alexa. $49.99/Maskfone.com

Scout – © Moorebot

5. Send in a robot to investigate. This compact robot can scout around in tough-to-reach places inside a home for security. Moorebot debuted Scout, an autonomous artificial intelligence robot that helps you or your clients more closely monitor key areas in a home. It features a 1080P FHD mobile camera—which includes night vision—that can be used for better surveillance. With its small size (2.8 inches x 4 inches), Scout can be used to autonomously monitor different spaces and perform inspections in areas that may be difficult to reach. It can integrate with Amazon’s Alexa or Google Home. You can remotely guide Scout, whose batteries will last more than 2 hours between recharges. $179 (available March/April)/Moorebot.com

CommScope’s SURFboard – © CommScope

6. Strengthen your signal. Poor Wi-Fi performance in a remote office can derail your workday. Your home network may be overtaxed if you have multiple smart devices competing for the same bandwidth. CommScope’s SURFboard mAX and SURFboard mAX Express offer hotspot boosts through a mesh Wi-Fi 6 system to help remove dead spots in a home. It’s also compatible with many internet plans. The SURFboard mAX system offers two routers that each deliver 6.6 Gbps speeds and provide coverage for areas up to 5,500 square feet. Starting at $249.99 (available first quarter of 2021)/Commscope.com

Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer – © Lutron

7. Flip a switch for the smart lights. Smart plugs can be overridden when someone flips the light switch. Lutron aims to solve that issue with its Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer, which can be installed over light switches on the wall and lock the toggle switch in position. You’ll be able to turn your smart bulbs on, off, or dim them directly from the wall. You can also use an app on your smartphone for voice control. The dimmer will still work even if the Wi-Fi goes out. The device is compatible with Philips Hue bulbs and other Zigbee-certified smart bulbs. $49.95/Lutron.com/aurora

Lenovo’s ThinkBook 13x – © Lenovo

8. Lighten your laptop. Razor-thin at just a half-inch thick, Lenovo’s ThinkBook 13x is an ultra-portable option for those who work on the go. Weighing just 2.65 pounds, it includes a 13.3-inch touchscreen display, high resolution, 90% screen-to-body ratio, 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, and 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. It offers up to 15 hours of battery life. Lenovo is a REALTOR Benefits® Partner. $1,199 (available first quarter of 2021)/Lenovo.com/NAR

Latitude 9420 notebook – © Dell

9. Upgrade with a smarter webcam, 5G capabilities. Dell Technologies showcased its new Latitude 9420 notebook, which can be purchased as a two-in-one or clamshell model. The notebook includes a 14-inch display, optional support for high-speed 5G or LTE, a built-in speakerphone, and an enhanced webcam (including capabilities for background blur and automatic light correction). It also has ExpressSign-in to enable faster auto-wake and auto-lock. Dell is a REALTOR Benefits® Partner. $1,949 (spring 2021)/Dell.com

Bastiyali Inventions’ Smart Sanitizer kiosk – © Bastiyali Inventions

10. Try sanitized marketing. Here’s a different way to market your company around town: Bastiyali Inventions’ Smart Sanitizer kiosk allows passersby to sanitize their hands and electronic devices while viewing your digital marketing messages. You can also sell extra video or digital advertising space on the kiosk’s 22-inch LED display. The kiosk can be customized with your logo. It features a UV light tool to disinfect items like cellphones, wallets, and keys within 15 seconds. It also has a body temperature check area and hand sanitizer station. Contact company for pricing/SmartSanitizer.com

11. Ensure better mobile sound. Not everything is handled over video. Sound quality still matters when talking over a phone, particularly in your mobile office. Beyerdynamic’s PHONUM Bluetooth/UCB-C Speakerphone can be used for the home, office, and while on the go. Choose from one of three mic positions: omnidirectional, cardioid, and beamforming (which automatically adjusts to the direction of the person speaking). It operates through Bluetooth with a PC, laptop, or smartphone. It also features noise canceling to eliminate echoes and noisy backgrounds. Powered by a lithium ion battery, it can last up to 12 hours and can be charged through a USB port. $199/Beyerdynamic.com

12. Let there be light. Secure your listings with some added light—no extra wiring needed. MAXSA’s new Linked Motion Activated Anywhere Lights use standard batteries to add light to dark corners around a property. The lights communicate with one another, so when the first light is triggered, all the others activate, too. The lights only come on when they detect motion. If an intruder comes near the house, for example, all the connected lights will automatically flood the yard with light. The lights are powered by 4D cell batteries. The lights can communicate with other MAXSA lights up to 150 feet away. $39.95 per light/MaxsaInnovations.com

There you have some of the latest and newest technology to hit the market this year to assist you with your business during these unprecedented times. Feel free to email me any other great tech tools that you see in 2021. I would be glad to hear from you all about your latest and coolest tech tool.

Strength and courage,
Wade

Hottest Trending Companies Real Estate Agents Should Know About

kelowna on April 15, 2015

How to Easily Look Like a Real Estate Tech Genius…

I need to be completely transparent with everyone that I am a real estate technology want to be. I love technology but would never consider myself an expert or guru but this week’s post was inspired by a couple of awesome real estate tech guys in the industry Chris Smith and Jimmy Mackin from Curaytor and their fantastic weekly show called The Water Cooler. I pride myself in knowing what the leading edge ideas and trends are in real estate and really excited to share with you what we see are the hottest trending companies for real estate agents in 2015 that you want to keep your eye on.

1. Zapier.com – Zapier connects the web apps you use to easily move your data and automate tedious tasks.

Zapier lets you easily connect the web apps you use, making it easy to automate tedious tasks.You can wait for third-party app developers to offer the SaaS integrations you need. You can hire expensive freelance programmers to build custom software for you. Or you can simply do it yourself with Zapier, and then get back to the work that matters most to your business.

App integration
Merge any app with another app
Emails convert to notes in evernote
Emails contacts to email lists
And much more

2. SideKick.com – Powerful Contact Insight Right In Your Inbox

Build and Maintain Relationships with Powerfully Integrated Email Tools

Sidekick shows you powerful information about your contacts right in your inbox. See a contact’s professional history, where they live, mutual contacts, email history and so much more.

Can help you find anything you need about your client contacts right into your inbox
Syncs with your CRM and Auto populate info for you

3. Slack.com – Bring your team together

Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Create open channels for the projects, groups and topics that the whole team shares.

Chat
Text
Share files
Create your own groups of people

4. Canva.com – Create designs for Web or Print

Canva gives you everything you need to easily turn ideas into stunning designs. Create designs for Web or print: blog graphics, presentations, Facebook covers, flyers, posters, invitations and so much more.

Social media graphics
Photo collages
Posters
Infographics
Book covers
Banners

5. Ruhm.com – WE MAKE HOMES FAMOUS

RUHM is a full-service marketing company of artists, marketers, and real estate consultants who produce, package, and promote the world’s finest properties.

Luxury property marketing

6. Matterport.com – You will never look at things the same way again

Scan and upload 3D data to the cloud with our Matterport Pro 3D Camera or with mass-market mobile devices.

Matterport cloud-processing technology generates and hosts fully immersive models from captured 2D and 3D data.

Matterport’s web and mobile apps allow anybody to interact with 3D models anywhere—with just a browser.

7. CallRuby.com – Your real, live virtual receptionist

Our virtual receptionists seamlessly connect callers to you when you’re available, wherever you are. When you’re not able to take calls, you’ll receive detailed messages delivered to you via email or text message. Even voicemail messages are emailed as a .wav file so you never have to wonder if you have messages waiting.

When you’re on the go, feel free to update us as to your whereabouts in a snap with our free iPhone app, Android app or our mobile-friendly Member Services Area.

8. Basecamp.com – The world’s #1 project management tool

Basecamp makes it easy for people in different roles with different responsibilities to communicate and work together. It’s a place to share files, have discussions, collaborate on documents, assign tasks, and check due dates. Basecamp stores everything securely and can be accessed at anytime from anywhere.

Strength and Courage.

Wade

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Where is the Growth of Your Real Estate Business?

kelowna on November 26, 2014

What’s Your Reaction to Technology in the Real Estate Business?

This weeks AgentsBoost post is from an incredible mentor and coach of mine, Jon Cheplak.

Jon and I connected a few years ago after I subscribed to his online training programs.

His material was so powerful that I reached out and hired Jon for coaching right away.

In my first coaching session with Jon I had more ideas than I could have ever asked for. This guys discipline, focus, transparency and authenticity is what I love most.

His “get it done” and crush it attitude is contagious and I am blessed to know him and have him as my mentor and friend. He is the author of a new book “Interrupt the Pattern” which is so good and a must read for us.

Check out what Jon has for us below…

Thanks Wade…

Technology showed up in the real estate industry and the first reaction was fear…

“Is it here to push me out of the business?”

This was a reality for many agents throughout the real estate industry. Many still function in that space of fear with the mechanical forces that are a big part of an industry based in human relationships.

Well here’s the good news, technology is here to keep you in the business if you embrace it and continually stay engaged in the expectations of today’s internet empowered consumer.

How to Introduce Technology into Your Business as a REALTOR

The most critical step you must take as an agent is to pause and stop chasing the next bright shiny object, magic pill, or silver bullet. The first suggestion I make to almost all the people I get to coach is to not take on any new strategies, tactics, or implement any tools in your business for the next 90 days.

Step back and evaluate where your business functions are incomplete, maybe where you got excited about something new, took some action, but then abandoned quickly because you didn’t get a result soon enough or were distracted by something new.

Here’s what I find in most cases, whether it’s a productive agent or an agent struggling: All the parts to a Ferrari are sitting on the garage floor and you have no idea how to put them together or worse, you have all the parts, the instructions, but have failed to take action.

The growth of your real estate business is inside your business, not outside your business.

In most, if not all cases, you have all the tools, training, and skill-sets to experience growth in your business today. Revisit what you have attempted and abandoned or have yet to attempt and never took action.

Commit to the action steps you need to take, find someone to hold you accountable, and interact with those that are having success in the areas you know you need to act and have not.

Measure everything you do, you must mix the science in with artful nature of this relationship based business.

If you want to grow your business, the first step is to take action with what you have on a consistent and committed basis, instead of continuing to allow yourself to be distracted by the next bright, shiny object.

What you will also find is technology is not only here to keep you in the business, it’s here to help you grow your business. Based on your measurement of what has worked and what has not worked, adjust your strategy and continue moving forward.

Take Action
Measure
Evaluate
Optimize
Take Action

This is the process.

Jon Cheplak brings over 27 years of practical, applied real estate experience as a successful agent and an executive that led a multi-office, tri-state real estate company. He has spent the last 12 years as a speaker, coach, and strategic leadership consultant working with Presidents, CEO’s, Managers and Agents throughout the United States and Canada focused on operating a highly successful real estate business.

Jon is the CEO and Creator of a human resource management software for real estate companies and an author in numerous publications including Real Estate South Africa, REM Online, CRB Magazine, Brokers Insider, Real Estate Professional, Realty Times, Frogpond, and many others.

Great advice Jon, thanks for sharing this with us. I think we all hold back at times out of fear or the unknown. We all know we need to work through this to reach our goals.

Let’s start following Jon’s advice today.

Strength and Courage,

Wade

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