The ActiveRain Point System

Reblogger ba`B Ratliff
Real Estate Broker/Owner with Robert Ratliff Realty 492107

The ActiveRain Point System

If your new or old to ActiveRain and wondering 

how many points one can collect daily or weekly

The AR Staff was kind enough to 

list a link at the top of each members points page.

 

Click on your points and that will direct you to your points page then find the link at top of page
that reads "activrain point system"

 

For members who need a refresher course click on your resource tab at top of page and click on getting started in AR and find blue prints to blogs, how to complete your profile, community guidelines and more.

Original content by ActiveRain Real Estate Network

 

ActiveRain awards points to our members as a way to motivate them to engage with others and share their expertise.  You can earn points through community events like entering a contest, taking a survey, attending a meet-up, but most of the points you accumulate will come from the daily interaction you have on ActiveRain.

What makes ActiveRain different from any other online community is the willingness of agents and real estate professionals to help one another in their business and in life.  Face it… real estate is a tough gig and you need a strong support network to survive!

This post will walk you through all of the essential elements of our scoring system.

 

When Points Are Awarded

We have about 50 different “scoring events” that are running behind the scenes.  These events are constantly evolving based on feedback we get from the community.  Here are scoring events the "point buckets" that you'll see on your points page aligned

Notice: ActiveRain changes the scoring system on occasion as we release new upgrades or respond to people abusing the system.  We'll do our best to keep this up-to-date, but please use this as a reference tool only.

 

Blogging Points

Scoring Events Points Frequency
You published a new blog post 225 10 per week 
Your blog post was featured 100 1 per day
A member bookmarked your blog post 25 3 per day
Your blog post received a new comment 6 50 per day
A member "Liked" your blog post 5 25 per day
A member re-blogged your post 25 1 per day
You reblogged another member's post 25 1 per day
A member subscribed to comments on your blog 
0 N/A

 

Commenting Points

Scoring Events Points Frequency
You commented on a blog post 25 20 per day
You tagged a member in a comment   0 N/A

 

Product Reviews

Scoring Events Points Frequency
You submitted a product review   50 1 per day

 

Profile Points

We have numerous scoring events for our members as they set up or enhance their profile page.  In general, you'll earn 25-100 points for every section the first time you update it.

 

Q&A Points

Scoring Events Points Frequency
You published a new question 10 1 per day 
Your question was featured 50 1 per day
A member bookmarked your question 25 3 per day
You answered another member's question 10 10 per day
A member "Liked" your answer 10 5 per day
Your question received an answer 5 25 per day
A member "Liked" your question 5 25 per day
A member subscribed to answers on your blog 
0 N/A
You tagged a member in an answer 0 N/A
You "Liked" a question 0 N/A

 

Invite Points

Scoring Events Points Frequency
Your invitation was accepted by someone you invite to ActiveRain   250 20 per day

 

Other Points

Scoring Events Points Frequency
You logged in today 100 1 per day
A member "Followed" you 50 5 per day
You "Followed another member 10 5 per day
You reported a confirmed spam question, answer, or comment   5 5 per day
You bookmarked another member's blog post 0 N/A
You "Liked" another member's blog post 0 N/A

 

Points May be Deducted from Your Account

Our goal is to make our points a reward system, not to be punitive and deduct points all the time. That being said, there are certain scoring events that can be reversed (you lose the points).  Examples include:

  • Deleting a blog post
  • Deleting a comment
  • Unfollowing a member

We have a rule in the system stating that any points are locked in after six months. So, if you go in and delete an outdated blog post from 2012, you won’t be penalized.

There are also times when we will deduct points from a member's account if we feel they are blatantly abusing the points system.

View Your Points At Any Time

Members can navigate to the "Points" page on their computer or phone to see how they are tracking on points this month and to see the total points accumulated on their account.

The points are organized into smaller "buckets" so you quickly see where your engagement is strongest.

Earn 10% of the Points for Every Person You Invite

One of the fastest ways to accumulate points on ActiveRain is by inviting new members and coaching them on how to engage within the community.

When a member accepts your invitation, we attach them to your account in our database. At the end of each month, our system will award you a bonus equal to 10% of any points your invitees earned.  These points are awarded as a single lump sum.

Summary

We always points on ActiveRain to be a positive experience for you.  They should motivate you to engage with your peers and to share your secrets in the real estate industry’s top online community.  If you ever see something that feels out of line you are welcome to let us know about it.

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Rainmaker
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Nina Hollander
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Charlotte/Ballantyne/Waxhaw/Fort Mill Realtor

Myrl Jeffcoat -- I hope you weren't featuring this post in the the Old Fart's group because being old farts we suffer from CRAFT disease (can't remember a friggin' thing)! (LOL!)

Feb 01, 2015 08:36 PM #30
Rainmaker
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ba`B Ratliff
Robert Ratliff Realty - San Antonio, TX
"Sold with Bob"

Ha! Nina Hollander your going to give Myrl Jeffcoat a big chuckle from your comment.

Feb 01, 2015 08:39 PM #31
Rainmaker
3,766,821
Nina Hollander
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Charlotte/Ballantyne/Waxhaw/Fort Mill Realtor

Bob -- that was the point! Waiting to hear from Myrl now! (But you know, I cleaned up my language for the CRAFT disease .)

Feb 01, 2015 09:05 PM #32
Rainmaker
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Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Bob,

Great way to refresh everyone's memory on the points! Loved the comments especially Nina Hollander's!! hehe 

Feb 01, 2015 09:44 PM #33
Rainmaker
1,545,148
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By eXp Realty - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Bob, this is an excellent reminder for longtime and new members of the Rain. It's a marathon, not a race and consistency will always payoff in the points department. 

Feb 01, 2015 10:19 PM #34
Rainmaker
3,257,133
Brian England
Vacasa - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Great post, as the system changes at times.  I remember with this last change, I didn't catch that we only receive points for one re-blog a day.  I had re-blogged 10 great posts, but found out that I only received points for one, haha.

Feb 01, 2015 11:24 PM #35
Rainmaker
2,917,628
Myrl Jeffcoat
GreatWest Realty - Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Real Estate Agent

Nina Hollander - It just seemed so fitting to feature this post in the Old Fart's Club, for the very reason you mention.

Feb 02, 2015 01:50 AM #36
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John Meussner
Mason-McDuffie Mortgage, Conventional Loans, Jumbo Loans, FHA, 203(k), USDA, VA, - Walnut Creek, CA
#MortgageMadeEasy Walnut Creek, CA 484-680-4852

Great reminder on an FAQ especially for new members, Bob.  Points are a great way to keep motivated and learn how to effectively network here in the rain.  You do a stellar job on all of the above.

Feb 02, 2015 08:40 AM #37
Rainmaker
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Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Hi Bob. Thanks for the rundown on the points system.  I am glad it is shown at our fingertips.

Feb 02, 2015 09:26 AM #38
Rainmaker
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Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Bobby,

Great post - especially with all of the recent changes here in the Rain!

Feb 02, 2015 09:00 PM #39
Rainmaker
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Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

Bob, The system has changed a lot in recents times and it is always good to review wheh points are awarded. 

Feb 03, 2015 06:20 AM #40
Ambassador
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Patricia Kennedy
RLAH Real Estate - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Oh, gosh!  An iPhone app?  Just what we all need to support our obsessions.

Feb 03, 2015 11:53 AM #41
Rainmaker
3,531,844
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Bob I can not keep up with the changes of the Points just as I get used to what we have they change them....So how about bringing back the "feature button" just sayin, Endre

Feb 03, 2015 03:18 PM #42
Rainmaker
1,508,825
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • Green • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

I like how they post something about new point modification and disable comments. It is like: ''here, deal with it!''.

Feb 03, 2015 03:19 PM #43
Rainmaker
1,304,874
Jon Kolsky
Kolsky Realty & Management - Long Beach, CA
Licensed California Real Estate Broker

Bob Ratliff, Broker Associate - REALTOR® 512-587-5689 ~ I have been seeing some weird point swings happening.. One AR members "overnight" had about a 5000k point increase (and he's not even participating right now) The only reason I noticed this is because after about 1 year being stuck at #31 in California and "recently" I finally became #30 in California... Well that lasted two days and then "poof" the person I passed received about 5000 points overnight (and like I said, he's not participating)... & BTW: I also noticed another member jump up about 5000 points over night and the only reason I notice her big move is because her and I are very close on the "all state" page...  PS:: I was going to blog about it but I don;t think it is worth the effort....  

Feb 04, 2015 09:16 AM #44
Rainmaker
1,110,363
ba`B Ratliff
Robert Ratliff Realty - San Antonio, TX
"Sold with Bob"

Jon Kolsky that is so weird...... maybe you should let the staff know. No to be mean but to be fair. That isn't right when we work so hard and someone else doesn't even have to try. I did notice the other day I logged in and it gave me 400 instead of the 100??? crazy.

Feb 04, 2015 09:21 AM #45
Rainmaker
1,304,874
Jon Kolsky
Kolsky Realty & Management - Long Beach, CA
Licensed California Real Estate Broker

Bob Ratliff, Broker Associate - REALTOR® 512-587-5689 ~ I feel bringing it to staffs attention is a bit too much... I hear what you are saying, but in the same breath "if" there's gaming going on "so be it" It is what it is, and in the over all big picture I have better things I'd like to talk to AR staff members "if" and when I get a moment to dial their #

Feb 04, 2015 09:28 AM #46
Rainmaker
2,299,737
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Thanks for the review!

Cheers to many points in the RAIN to ALL!!!

Feb 04, 2015 10:54 AM #47
Rainmaker
2,388,784
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Bob - I have been keeping track lately.  Active Rain has made a number of changes in the past year.

Feb 05, 2015 05:48 AM #48
Rainmaker
432,579
Shanna Hall
Real Estate Solutions - Kirkwood, MO
I love selling houses!!!St. Louis, MO 314-703-1311

Bob Ratliff, Broker Associate - REALTOR® 512-587-5689 Thanks for the recap- I also found the comments to be interesting- I wish I had an extra 5000 points added on my points;)

Feb 09, 2015 10:17 PM #49
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