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I Think I Finally Got It Right

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Managing Real Estate Broker with Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 TN Broker: 208698

DirectionsI Think I Finally Got It Right. I have been a Website and Contact Management Systems vagabond. For the last decade I have jumped around from this one to that one trying to find the system that worked for me and my business.

I first started with Top Producer all the way back when they gave us all those template letters to mail out. Then they graduated to the internet side of marketing and I moved with them. The multi-modules they had bogged me down and  I found it cumbersome.

Next I was persuaded to go to Homes.com as they could help me capture a retain leads. This worked okay for awhile but I found that it was lacking a more personal touch. I then was able to do a lateral move over to Advanced Access and got a little better contact management system but a little less web notoriety so I was dissatisfied after a few short months.

I jumped ship again and went back to Homes.com and used some of their other add-on systems and products and then started getting results. The costs were really digging deep into my monthly business expense so I was not completely happy with the way things were. I would drop some of the add-on’s and add others trying to find the right mix of results for money spent.

When I got involved in ActiveRain I was introduced through a webinar to Market Leader and a special introductory rate for a website, contact management platform and lead generator.  It was worth a try and I made the switch again. Their system has everything I need all rolled into one.

My website, IDX feed, Contact Management and lead generator are in one neat little place with all the tools and system to stay in touch with my new leads and older contacts as well. I am working on getting every past contact entered and updated so that I can touch these contacts in groups. My investors can all get info on my super investment homes, my new home buyers can hear about the new subdivisions coming on line, my move-up buyers can be notified about some super home deals as they hit the market.

All in all, it is now up to me to use all the facets that are available to me through my Market Leader System. When I am ready to add more qualified leads I can do that easily. So far I have been surprised with the ease of use and how logical it all fits together. When I am finished updating all my contacts, I will be poised and ready to get the information conveyed in a speedy, professional manner to my contact base. New leads will be immediately added into the appropriate contact groups and will feel like they have an agent who cares and is working for them.

I Think I Finally Got It Right. This Market Leader System is the system for me and now it is about filling it up with my future contacts and making the best out of each new lead. I am tired of being a vagabond and want to put down some roots.

This is my entry in the IMSD Systems Challenge.

 

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 Centruy 21 Platinum Properties2130 Wilma Rudolph Blvd.

Clarksville, TN 37040

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David Grbich
Realty One Group - www.FindCARealEstate.com - San Juan Capistrano, CA
Orange County Real Estate - 949-500-0484

Hi Debbie - always good to establish roots. I am deep into Diverse Solutions but always open to new ideas. BTW congrats on being an Ambassador - I missed that but have been away over the holidays and a dreaded internet outage!! Regards Dave

Jan 07, 2013 12:58 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Dave, Thank you for your support and for the congrats. Internet outages are as bad as computers dying.

Jan 07, 2013 01:01 PM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

I'm in the process of dropping Top and moving to another system that will fit my needs and save me money.  Why I've waited so long I have no clue.

Jan 07, 2013 01:10 PM
Jordon Wheeler
The Jordon Wheeler Group - Fairburn, GA
J W Group Real Estate Sales and Service

Hi Debbie,

Thank you for this post!  I have been wondering about Market Leader.  And I got a call from Homes.com that sounded so too good to be true.  And congrats on becoming an Ambassador!  You are flowing right along.  I may circle back around to the Market Leader product.

Best of continued success to you this year!

Jan 07, 2013 01:12 PM
Suesan Jenifer Therriault
JTHIS-Professional Home Inspection Team - Blakeslee, PA
"Inspecting every purchase as if it were my own".

I'm glad you found the system that works best for you. Functionality and cost are both very important in today business world.  

Jan 07, 2013 01:33 PM
Bruce Hicks
Best Homes Hawaii - Honolulu, HI
Your Best Hawaii Realtor!

I used Top Producer for a couple of years, Pat Zaby's Respond, AcT and others, now to MS Outlook and Point2.  Market Leader has been calling but the expense is just too much for me as a sole owner, husband and wife operation.  

Jan 07, 2013 01:57 PM
Lanise Warrior-Johnson
Real Estate Brokers Services, Inc. - Compton, CA
Real Estate Specialist

I'm going to have to look into Market leader, I like the idea of everything in one central location. 

Jan 07, 2013 02:28 PM
John Cochran
Homebackers.com - Beavercreek, OH
Real Estate Agent

Debbie,

Its really take lot of time to find the right system. I am glad that you find the system.

John
HomeBackers

Jan 07, 2013 04:33 PM
Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

Market Leader System sounds like it's perfect for you Debbie, and you found it right here on ActiveRain.

Jan 07, 2013 07:59 PM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Glad that you find Market Leader working for you.  And that's what you should be using.  Whichever one works best for you.

Jan 07, 2013 08:07 PM
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Debbie, you did your research and footwork and found the system that works for you.  Now as you said it is up to you to use the product ML offers and the results will roll in.  Good luck in 2013.

Great entry for Challenge.

Jan 07, 2013 08:48 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Debbie, great endorsement and glad market leader is working for you! Enjoy your day!

Jan 07, 2013 09:03 PM
Chris and Dick Dovorany
Homes for Sale in Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero, Florida - Naples, FL
Broker/Associate at Premiere Plus Realty

Don't you just love it when a plan falls into place.  You are soooooo good at research and staying focused that I really enjoy learning from you on a daily basis.  I just wish I had half your energy.

Jan 07, 2013 09:24 PM
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

It sounds like all that you are doing, is taking your business to a new level. All the best with all the steps you are taking.

Jan 07, 2013 09:32 PM
Barbara-Jo Roberts Berberi, MA, PSA, TRC - Greater Clearwater Florida Residential Real Estate Professional
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Clearwater, Safety Harbor

So glad you found a system that works well for you. That is vital in any business.

Jan 07, 2013 09:44 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

John, I just could never embrace it enough for it to feel right for me. Good luck with your pursuit.

Jordon, It is worth checking into further.

Suesan, It has to be a balance and cost is a big part of it.

Bruce, If you have something that is working stick with it.

Lanise. It is so convenient. And there product has a professional look.

John, It finally feels like I did it right. Now it is up to me.

Roger, ActiveRain is connected to some amazing resources.

Gabe, Yes I am satisfied and look forward to expanding it.

Mary, I am so last minute getting this challenge in. I almost didn't make it.

Wayne, Maybe Market Leader needs to have me as their National Spokesperson. LOL

Chris and Dick, I don't know if it is energy as much as determination. I sure am tired at the end of the day.

Joe, I have been working toward that and know 2013 will be a great year.

Barbara-Jo, Without functioning systems we are like ships in the wind.

Jan 07, 2013 11:25 PM
Donna Foerster
HomeSmart Realty Group - Parker, CO
Metro Denver Real Estate Assistant

Debbie~ I've been a vagabond as well and I'm ok with that for now.  I'm not interested in trying any new systems.  This year I'm am just focusing on staying in contact with our sphere and the easiest way for me to do that right now is on paper.  Maybe I'll check in to Market Leader in 2014! :-)  Thanks for sharing your experience!

Jan 08, 2013 05:19 AM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Donna, I understand, we can only cope with so much at one time. This is my year to get it right, I hope!

Jan 08, 2013 07:58 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I am with Homes.com and am looking for something better...I am going to check this out.

Jan 08, 2013 08:03 AM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

William, Yes definitely check it out. They really know what they are doing.

Jan 08, 2013 10:00 AM