So You Wanted Some Proof?
These are all posts from Real Estate Professionals that have embraced the Internet as a way to find and build their businesses.
"I'm 60 and have only been a Realtor since 2004. I embraced technology because I saw it then as the best way to earn a living in this business. I got a website, and then another which brings me 350+ buyers a month. I'm elated and in the top 1/4% of all Remax Realtors in Florida! Technology is where it's at, kid. " - A quote from an Active Rain member Nikki
"We are having our best year ever. It is all about the internet and putting yourself out there for people to find you. Embrace change and go for it. If the business is not filling up your typical basket find a new basket and fill it up." A quote from an Active Rain member Bruce and Sandi
"I remember years ago an office meeting. Of course, only the usual suspects attended because we were independent contractors–you couldn't require agents to come–though the promise of FREE food seemed to lure more than normal.
But this fine morning we were taking up the issue of renewing our web site. To make a long story short, the vote was NO. So me and my broker decided to pay for it ourselves. Near 75% of my business came from that site as the years went on.
I've since moved to a different part of the country, but that broker has gone on to syndicate and franchise his original lead capture sites, selling them as lead generators for hundreds of agents.
Things change. Embrace technology as much as you can. The internet is not a fad that's going to go away." - Fulton, an Active Rain Member
I keep mentioning how important it is to have a a website and better yet a blog to find new business. I encourage you to do things you are currently doing which work, like Door Hangers, Postcards, Short Sale Postcards, and of course your most important marketing tool, your business card, BUT…You also must have a website to succeed in this day and age.
I have authored a book called "Blogging For Buyers and Sellers" to help you get started, and it has everything you need to know, including my secrets on how to get ranked. The e-book promised NOT TO DISAPPOINT! Download Blogging For Buyers and Sellers at Nadine Blogs, where I am teaching people "how to blog" and what they need to know to create a successful online presence.
There is no catch, (you don't even have to register to download the book) other than we hope you will remember us when you need to print!
