Chris Linsell

Is Chime the All-in-One Solution the Real Estate Business Has Been Waiting For?

Chris Linsell | September 17, 2021

Chime is a real estate CRM, website provider, and lead generation suite that provides the tools busy real estate pros need to run their business. Chime’s all-in-one solution seeks to solve the problem of lost and overlooked real estate opportunities, something that regularly happens when you’re juggling your prospects, leads, and clients across multiple platforms.

Is Chime right for you and your real estate business? In this review, we’ll dive into what Chime is, what it does well, and how much it costs, and also make a recommendation for precisely who would (and wouldn’t) benefit from Chime.

The Top 6 Real Estate Lead Generation Companies for 2021

Chris Linsell | September 8, 2021

Real estate lead generation companies give agents, teams, and brokers a shortcut to the closing table by doing all the lead capture and organization work for you—so you can focus your efforts on working with real estate leads who are bona fide, motivated buyers and sellers.

Since choosing a real estate lead generation company can be tough, we’ve done a deep dive into the top six real estate lead generation companies and reviewed them side-by-side so you can make the best choice for your business. Take a look below to see where you should be spending your paid lead generation dollars.
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7 Real Estate Marketing Companies to Boost Your Business in 2021

Chris Linsell | September 8, 2021

Looking to power up your real estate marketing? As tech-savvy, licensed real estate professionals with decades of experience, we chose our seven favorite real estate marketing companies that can help solve your most pressing marketing challenges with efficient, outsourced solutions.

Whether you need a comprehensive, enterprise-wide strategy or simply some focused attention paid to your social media, video content, or print marketing, we’ll help you pinpoint the right real estate marketing company to meet your specific needs and goals. Here are our top picks.

7 Savvy Ways to Generate More Real Estate Referrals

Chris Linsell | September 7, 2021

Three people making introductions and shaking hands.

Our recent 2020 reader survey revealed that 83% of agents found new clients through real estate referrals. Client referrals stem from providing such an exceptional client experience that your clients, friends, and neighbors are compelled to recommend your services to others.

Knowing how to generate referrals is key to building your business, and winning organic referrals and repeat clients from your personal connections—the folks who know, like, and trust you—requires thoughtful strategy. We spoke to top producers nationwide to get their best advice and tools for building a steady flow of referrals (and income!) from your sphere of influence.
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Placester Marketplace Makes Real Estate Websites Insanely Easy to Create

Chris Linsell | August 27, 2021

When building and maintaining a real estate website, realtors often face coding, design, and marketing challenges they’re not equipped to handle. Placester users can easily create their own website or outsource website building and maintenance tasks to experts hired through Placester Marketplace—all with a quick turnaround and for a great price.

Placester Marketplace is one of the reasons we named Placester as the Best Overall Real Estate Website Provider of 2021. Whether you need website setup or design, integration with your MLS, branding, or content marketing, we’ll walk you through the services, pricing, scope, and turnaround times you can expect when you hire pros on Placester Marketplace.

How to Get an Ohio Real Estate License in 5 Easy Steps

Chris Linsell | August 22, 2021

If you’ve been considering a career change, it’s a great time to get your Ohio real estate license. Ohio has a diversified economy and an excellent business climate, making it an ideal place to buy and sell real estate. A career as a real estate agent gives you a flexible schedule and the potential to earn a great income.

Are you ready to dive into today’s booming housing market? Let us show you how to get your Ohio real estate license in a few easy steps.

How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois in 4 Easy Steps

Chris Linsell | August 13, 2021

Are you considering a career change and wondering how to become a real estate agent in Illinois? There’s no time like the present to get started! The process is quite simple, and we’ll walk you through it, step by step. Within six months, you could be launching a highly flexible new career with great earning potential as a real estate salesperson (known as a broker) in Illinois.

Can You Be a Part-time Real Estate Agent?

Chris Linsell | August 9, 2021

If you’re reading this, you’re probably considering a career move into the real estate field but also asking yourself, “Can I be a part-time real estate agent?”

Yes. You can be a part-time real estate agent. Licensed real estate agents can work as many or as few hours as they want, making this career a near-perfect choice for someone looking for flexible, part-time work with excellent earning potential.
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How to Get an Oregon Real Estate License in 5 Easy Steps

Chris Linsell | August 6, 2021

Aerial view of the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

Have you been considering a career in real estate? Does a flexible schedule, being your own boss, and earning a great income appeal to you? If you live in Oregon, the good news is that you can obtain your Oregon real estate license in five simple steps.

There are two basic prerequisites for becoming a real estate agent in Oregon:

Be at least 18 years old
Have a high school diploma or GED

If you meet these basic requirements, here are the steps you’ll need to follow to earn your Oregon real estate license, which is called a broker’s license:

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