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House Values, I mean Market Leader - Get's Me Listings!

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Compass 0524642

Many of you have tried and failed at several different things when it comes to generating new business. We all do that.

I stink at Open Houses, working expireds or knocking on doors and handing out "packages."

I've been a subscriber of what is known today as Market Leader since January of 2006. I just hit my 3 year mark with them today.

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Before It was Market Leader, the company was called House Values. Just like Growth Leader used to be Realty Generator. Many of you think that Growth Leader is some NEW untested product, but it isn't necessarily new at all. The contact mgmt system is certainly new, but the concept hasn't changed much since it was Realty Generator.

About ML..

They don't just sell the Growth Leader product. They also have available their contact management system which is by far their most successful component if you ask me.

They also sell Seller Leads. There are plenty of folks who have an opinion about HouseValues and their so called seller leads, that's for sure. I am here to day to tell you that I truly love the system. I've been a supporter since day one, and will likely continue. Of course they aren't perfect, and they do have issues like anything else, but generally speaking my business was actually created with their help back in 2006. Each year I make at least $100,000 just from their leads alone. I don't consider myself some major league heavy hitter, but I am really happy with the success I've had with my "seller leads." From now until Sunday I have 4 listing appointments - ALL from House Values, I mean Growth Leader.

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I've spoken to hundreds of people over the last 3 years and have spent a ton of time on the phone explaining why the system has worked for me. I don't mind doing it because I know that the better off they do as a company, the longer I'll continue getting my GOOD leads!

If you haven't considered using at least their contact management system, then at the very least you should consider looking into it.

Many agents simply do not have the patience, energy, will or determination to create something out of nothing. This is why over 80% of Realtors "Get Out" of the Biz within their first year. Many of those that stay are weeded out over the next 2-3 years.

Some of you are savvy and good enough to streamline your own leads and do so with limited costs. I congratulate you many times over. You should be proud of yourself. I on the other hand like waking up to prospects in the manner which I have for the last 3 years. I'm also the type to pay for room service versus driving around town looking for a cheap waffle while on vacation.

Besides leads, Market Leader has a gazzilon tools like Webinars, Online tutorials, Scripts you can follow, create, Great Drip Campaigns, Zip Code Selections and a variety of power tools to get you started!

Feel free to give me a buzz if you have any questions about Market Leader Or any other products that they offer. I'll be glad to help!

 

Posted by
Greg Nino
Realtor
RE/MAX Compass 
Direct & Text 7 days a wk: 832-298-8555 
 
 
Realtor since 2004
Mediator & Arbitrator for the TX Assoc. of Realtors
Member of the Professional Standards Committee for the TX Assoc. of Realtors
Arbitrator for the Comptroller's office for the State of TX for Arbitration of Property Tax Values

 Member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame & Platinum Club

 

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Comments(21)

Bruce Brockmeier
Internet Marketing Consultant to REALTORS® - Yorba Linda, CA
Coached By Crouch

Some of you are savvy and good enough to streamline your own leads and do so with limited costs. I congratulate you many times over. You should be proud of yourself. I on the other hand like waking up to prospects in the manner which I have for the last 3 years.

Hi Greg,

That's one reason why a career in real estate is so attractive!  You have the freedom to build your business any way you want.  Some agents only want leads they generate with their own time and talent.  Some agents even build their own websites.  However, some top producers choose to devote all their working time to listing and selling houses - so they hire experts who can bring in the leads.

Jan 21, 2009 08:57 AM
Shirley Parks
Sands Realty 210-414-0966 - San Antonio, TX
Broker, 210-414-0966, San Antonio TX Real Estate

Guess I'll need to move to Cypress or Katy or even back to Sugar Land if I decide to subscribe to it.

Jan 21, 2009 09:03 AM
Kristin Moran
Owner - RE/MAX Access - KristinMoran@Remax.net - San Antonio, TX
San Antonio,TX - Real Estate - 210-313-7397

I actually just signed up with them and am excited to get started!  I love the idea of waking up to leads.  KM

Jan 21, 2009 09:20 AM
Gary Woltal
Keller Williams Realty - Flower Mound, TX
Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

Greg, I think the thing you speak to is staying with it. It is not a short term fix.

Jan 21, 2009 12:06 PM
Johnathan Mullaney
Village Land Shoppe - Flagstaff, AZ
Broker, Flagstaff Real Estate

Greg,

Cold calls and such just aren't my thing either. It's on my list to send packages to fsbos and expired but I never get there.

Jan 21, 2009 12:12 PM
Steve Shatsky
Dallas, TX

Hi Greg!  Good for you.  I have been very impressed by the Growth Leader product and the support that I receive from the staff ay Market Leader.  And lately I am getting many call from agents about the product.  I love talking about the experience with other agents because it allows me to broaden my network too.  I now have referral agents in both Birmingham, AL and Albuquerque, NM.  Not a bad fringe benefit from my already great Growth Leader experience!

Jan 21, 2009 01:41 PM
Sheldon Neal
Bergen County, NJ - RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Maywood, NJ
That British Agent Bergen County NJ

Greg ! Too funny ! I just posted a blog today with a picture of my Market Leader email ! - and claiming how I love Market Leader too !

... it's my lifeline right now :o)    ... I'll be intrigued to see how Growth Leader develops...

Cheers Greg !

Sheldon

Jan 21, 2009 03:23 PM
Sheldon Neal
Bergen County, NJ - RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Maywood, NJ
That British Agent Bergen County NJ

PS.... cute little guy in your new profile pic :o)

Jan 21, 2009 03:25 PM
Katharine Carey
eXp Realty - Bellingham, WA

Looks like you are enjoying your life! Love the new photo, now I know why I couldn't recognize a new post, I needed to look for a new photo..

As for waking up to leads.. just be careful hooking up your cell phone to your email or you'll lose sleep:) Although I think you have moved up with the likes of Jason Crouch who never sleeps it seems.It's a never ending supply of great posts for both of you.

Jan 21, 2009 05:07 PM
Mandi Perkins
Pioneer Title Agency - Pinetop Lakeside, AZ

We used a lead generation system once and all the leads were mad we called.....apparently it was in the fine print that an agent would be calling. Maybe I'll have to check yours out.

Jan 22, 2009 12:34 AM
Laura Kombrink
RE/MAX Alliance - Collinsville, IL

Hey Greg,
I'm working my "you know what off" to get the money to get started with this.  I can't wait...and congratulations.  Business is good and life is GREAT!!!!

Jan 22, 2009 12:38 AM
John Cannata
214-728-0449 http://TexasLoanGuy.com - Frisco, TX
Texas Home Mortgage - Purchase or Refinance

Greg, congrats on the success with Growth Leader.  Sounds like this company has worked for you for years.  I've read many of the Growth Leader posts.  As you mentioned, some do not like the system and others seem to love it.  Since you have been using them for years, I think that speaks wonders for the company.  Yes, all companies have some sort of issue that a hand full of people do not like.  I am sure if it were major issues that effected the majority that Growth Leader would address it.  Anyway, congrats!

Jan 22, 2009 01:08 AM
Greg Nino
RE/MAX Compass - Houston, TX
Houston, Texas

John - Thanks!

Laura - Good for you for being so positive.

Agent Carey - Where in the world have you been? Good to hear from you again!

Sheldon - Thanks so much..

Steve - Awesome to hear that its been working for you as well.

Johnathan - What "is" your thing - do tell..

Gary - Thanks for the input.

KM - Give me a call if you ever have any questions. I'd be happy to help.

Shirley - That would be great.. I'll give you directions.

Bruce - Very true & well said

Anthony - Thanks for the comment

Jan 22, 2009 01:13 AM
Donna Harris
Donna Homes, powered by JPAR - TexasRealEstateMediationServices.com - Austin, TX
Realtor,Mediator,Ombudsman,Property Tax Arbitrator

I guess the new theme of your blogs is BROWN!

Jan 22, 2009 01:31 AM
Greg Nino
RE/MAX Compass - Houston, TX
Houston, Texas

Donna,

Actually it's black & white, just read the caption under my photo.

Jan 22, 2009 03:14 AM
Jennifer Lew
DocuSign, Inc. - Seattle, WA

Hi Greg!  You are one SAVVY agent and from what I can tell, you've identified a system that supports long-term success for your business.  Speaking on behalf of Market Leader, we can't stress how much we appreciate you putting in your own time to promote our products and to offer your valuable feedback.  You may think you're doing it for yourself, but what you're actually doing is sharing a recipe for success with all the agents you talk to.  To help another's business succeed is a very noble thing.  Continued best wishes!

Jan 22, 2009 04:51 AM
Greg Nino
RE/MAX Compass - Houston, TX
Houston, Texas

Thanks for the kind words Jennifer.

Jan 22, 2009 07:44 AM
Steve Warrene
Your Town Realty - Lower Burrell, PA
Pittsburgh Realtor North and East Pgh.

Greg,

I am a member of HouseValues/Market Leader.  I actually got my first listing with them signed yesterday 1-21-09.  Its a lead I recieved in June 2008.  Their are others that are on the fence right now, but this one is signed.  I love the company.  

Jan 22, 2009 02:41 PM
Danielle Vinson
Sibcy Cline Realtors - Batavia, OH
www.sibcycline.com/dvinson

I LOVE Market leader, its the only thing that will bring this first year agent rookie of the year!

:)

Jan 27, 2009 11:31 AM
David Laven
EXP Realty - Burlington, VT
“The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.”-SA
Hi Greg, could you please share info on how many leads your receive per month, what that costs and how many deals you close as a result of these leads? That would be awesome!! If not thanks for the great post am good luck in 2013!
Nov 16, 2012 06:26 AM