Keyword: Lead Generation

Rebirth of a New Middleman – Lead Generation

Numerous attempts to reduce the role of the agent in the home selling and home buying transaction will continue. The recent strong growth of the lead generation initiatives are raising concern among some, since they feel the existing commission pie is being pre-sliced. Increasing dependency on these leads may also allow for price increases that will further exacerbate the situation.

Life After (During) A Down Market

After the subprime crisis of 2007 and the mortgage meltdown of 2009, it was a time of change, maybe the start of a whole new real estate industry. This report provided both brokers and agents with a large selection of recommendations regarding issues that they could and should be focused on to position their business for the future.

Clash of the Titans: Power Brokers Flex Their Muscle

There have been major changes to the traditional real estate business model in the past couple of decades, but in order to survive in a tough industry, brokerage companies need to keep evolving. These 10 powerhouse firms have done just that and are reaping the rewards.

The Tug Of War Has Started… Again: The Evolving And Changing Real Estate Business Model

Two decades ago, the real estate industry waited with bated breath as terms like disintermediation and new business models were thrown around, and many thought brokerage companies and agents were going to disappear entirely as a result of changing technology, the Internet, and the collapse of commissions. While its been far from the doom and gloom anticipated, the industry is changing rapidly, and recently there have been increased calls to again look at reengineering the real estate brokerage model.

The Secret to Maximizing Your Listings (Portals)

The Internet has forever changed how businesses operate. The changing ways in which consumers now access information will continue to impact the real estate industry and the buyerbroker relationship.

How Tweets Can Make Realtors More Money (Twitter)

If used correctly, twitter can be an effective business tool for savvy real estate professionals to help them engage and build relationships with their existing clients as well as reach a new audience. It can also be a great way to build your brand, communicate and stay abreast of whats happening in your industry.

Portals

Portals play a significant role in the consumer experience when searching for homes, and as a connection point to the agents who them.

Lead Generation Websites

Lead generation websites are one of the most popular forms of business generation in real estate.