Making things easier and better for clients, and offering more value to them are crucial jobs for any realtor. Looking at the level of competition in the real estate industry, anyone can see that being innovative and progressive is the key to success. And one of the most potent and effective ways to move new business and stay ahead of the competition is to incorporate apps that give you the advantage and help you bring specialized services to your clients. The question is, in a universe that seems to have a billion apps, which mobile app is the best solution for realtors who want to boost their business in 2020?
Research shows that real estate agents who make $100,000 or more are most likely to use cutting-edge software in their business. That is why it's essential for you to know which advanced solutions add value to you, your clients, and your business. Here are three mobile apps that any realtor can use to streamline home repair, home warranties, and home staging — three of the biggest headaches for realtors that have nothing to do with the sales contract, but everything to do with closing the sale. These apps make things easier for you and make your clients think you have superpowers.
- Instant Access to Quality Home Repair at Reasonable Rates
Property repair and maintenance - ugh! Keeping your listings looking tremendous and working correctly often takes too much time and way too many phone calls. Consolidate all of that by using the ChoreRelief app to find all kinds of tradespeople, (plumbers to painters to handypeople and house cleaners. What makes ChoreRelief different is that you can post the job and your budget for it — no third party sets the rates. You're not overpaying to support a referral service's expensive national advertising campaign.
Unlike a Google search, ChoreRelief verifies the background and insurance coverage of the 10,000-plus suppliers who participate, and they broadcast your job only to nearby experts who match your criteria. Then, those pros get in touch directly with you. It's not uncommon to receive a response like, "I'm finishing a job three miles away and can be there in 90 minutes." When deadlines are tight, ChoreRelief can be your best friend. Once your job is done, the ChoreRelief pro will send you photos with an invoice. Approve the work on your smartphone, and ChoreRelief will release your payment to the pro while you text the good news to your clients. Bravo!
- Immediate Confidence for Clients Who Worry About Expensive Future Costs
Unless you're selling a brand new home, it's likely clients will worry about future repair expenses. How much would it cost if the furnace fails? How expensive would it be to replace that extra-large refrigerator? And OMG, what if the plumbing breaks? Home warranties let your clients put those concerns aside because they're covered, and many sellers are relieved that they can pay for a reasonably-priced warranty rather than decrease the price of their home to include any "what ifs." Statistics show that homes with warranties are under contract about 11 days sooner than those without, which puts everyone closer to a payday. And since buyers get a property with protection, it's a win-win situation for all.
And now, there's an app for that! Choose from versatile warranty packages to fit any property at EverythingBreaks.com and see what a pioneering tech company can do to shorten your time to sell.
- Incredible Inspiration for Staging and Access to Key Pieces
Curb appeal calamity? Frayed furnishings? Dated digs? Houzz.com, the gorgeous online combination of home design inspiration and access to what creates those great looks, has you covered. If you feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of design solutions and furniture staging choices, give yourself the gift of knowing you can find it all at Houzz.com.
Look for rooms that match the size and style of the property you've listed, then swipe through examples that will give you the design and staging ideas you need to transform a property quickly. You can even "shop the look" by purchasing a rug, a set of barstools, or a statement light fixture you've seen directly from Houzz's app. A few accent pillows, a new set of dining room chairs, a garden bench for the front porch, and voila! You're done! (Need a fabulous accent wall color to show off your staging? Use the ChoreRelief app to book a painter.) Your properties can go from sad to stylish, instantly inviting to new buyers, all in the snap of an app.
Bottom Line:
If you're a realtor who wants to boost your business, put tech-savvy mobile apps to work for you so that your solutions are fast, reliable, and fabulous. Turn these mobile apps into your new best friends. Not only do they provide speedy results, but they also make you look like a magician to your clients. And that's what feeds referrals.
