Comments on: Where to Search for Homes Online

By: teh homepwnerer

teh homepwnerer — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:57:40 +0000

I'd like to add that this page has a great list as well.

http://pwnhomes.com/best-sites/for-listing-homes

By: Landon

Landon — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 12:51:55 +0000

Does the IDX list homes that haven't been finished yet? I'm looking for homes in developments that give me some options. The only places I've found are at home builders websites like 1UtahHomes.com and at the model homes. Is there another place to find these types of houses?

By: Landon

Landon — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:51:55 +0000

By: Shelton

Shelton — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 16:59:55 +0000

I too don't require web searchers to have to register before they can search the MLS/IDX on my website ….. if a potential buyer wants you to contact them they will let you know:) I offer 2 searches, the one powered by marketlinx and the other from immobel.com

By: Brays Island Real Es

Brays Island Real Es — Tue, 05 May 2009 10:38:34 +0000

Great information on the big three. I have found that the big three are a double edged sword. I love them because they give my sellers unmatched exposure. I hate the big three because they are my main competition in the search engine rankings. I have them beat in most search categories but it was a major job. If agents would just do listings and stop adding content to those sites via blogging and Q&A, things would be a whole lot easier. I'll probably always have this problem as very few agents do a big time website meaning they will always rely on the big 3 for everything.

By: Where to Find Homes Online

Where to Find Homes Online — Sun, 03 May 2009 19:41:01 +0000

[...] a hat tip to our broker Jay Thompson, who first did this a couple weeks back, here’s a comparison of the amount of that data you can see on various national real estate [...]

By: Lauree Bradway- Char

Lauree Bradway- Char — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 06:42:34 +0000

What a great article!!! I send reports every other week to my sellers letting them know how much exposure they get from those "big" home advertising sites. I must say that we do get a lot of hits. On the other hand for my buyers it poses a problem because they miss out on so many opportunities for great homes. They come in disappointed because they can't find what they are wanting. Of course when I show them they are out there in and IDX search on my site they cheer up but I wish everyone knew that. Again thanks for the great article. Couldn't have said it better myself.

By: Derek Overbey

Derek Overbey — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:50:47 +0000

Point taken Gregory. **Derek Overbey´s last blog post..If You Buy a Home in Nampa, Idaho, You Can Say to Yourself “What a place to live!”

By: Gregory Bain

Gregory Bain — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:03:41 +0000

Derek, there are many anomalies in life I can not fully explain to anyone's satisfaction. I have no hard fast data that I am correct. It is like stating home owners are better citizens, or, a college educated person earns more than someone who does not have a degree. I once stated that home buyers shop more on sunny days to a client and she wanted to know what the weather has to do with buying a home. I can't explain the why.

As for the weather and buying homes, it has been my personal experience in southern NJ that plays a big part in activity of home buyers. It is a fact that carries over to the gambling industry, too. As an accountant I was told to track the number of sunny days in Atlantic City to help explain the increase or decrease of revenue. So, if a casino finds it to be a variable in business, then I think I can assume it is safe to carry it over to home shopping.

As for calling the number on the sign? I have met several people who used my web site to help find a home, yet purchased it by calling the number on the sign. But, I have no hard numbers to prove it to be a universal occurance. My writing is only an opinion, not a writ.

By: Derek Overbey

Derek Overbey — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:23:36 +0000

Greg, I would like to understand why you think people automatically call the number on the sign? I think the customer is becoming much more sophisticated and understands the concept of dual agency. I for one would have never used the listing agent in the transaction of my home back in 2004. I would not believe my best interests were being looked out for in that situation. I'm also a consumer that appreciates where I get information whether it's free or not. Let's face it, Jay doesn't get all his business because of his Twitter network. Heck, a ton of his network is other agents, brokers and real estate technology guys like me. IMO I think he does well because he provides the info in an easy to use format, doesn't pressure people to work with him and is just a damn fine individual. If I was buying in the Phoenix area, I'm certain I would use him, unless it was his listing. **Derek Overbey´s last blog post..How Much Detroit Real Estate Could You Buy for $50,000?