A lot of agents aren’t sure what to do when on FB or Twitter. I guess it’s a matter of trial and error and being comfortable with technology. You’d be surprised what conversation starters get people interested in one’s business or actually leads to business.

I am comfortable with FB and Twitter and my friends or followers don’t mind me being me.

Part of using sites like twitter and FB as marketing tools is to provide something of value and knowing when not to be overly promotional. I like the conversational approach to educating and informing people about my real estate happenings, experiences, stories, etc.

Thanks for visiting and take care!

Facebook just had it’s first day with more visitors than Google. I believe this is another great way to get traffic. I also agree with MeetUp or REIA groups if you’re looking to get a buyers list.

In 2005, I changed careers. I went from being a public school teacher to a full time real estate agent. In 2007, I start to market myself on facebook of which I’ve reconnected with people I fell out of contact with and have sinced closed 2 buyer leads and one seller lead from my facebook interactions. I’ve been able to give out three referrals as well.

I spend about 3 hours per week doing what I normally do in real life: I talk about what’s happening in my business, the news, trends, real estate, and my personal interests. My fans (I have a fan page) and FB friends listen to what I have to say.

I look at Facebook as an easy way to network and keep in contact with a lot of people. Facebook even has a marketplace where one can advertise listings and rentals. I’ve used the marketplace and have gotten some calls from it. That’s what marketing is all about in real estate, right? Finding ways to make your phone RING!

In 2009, the largest demographic of people joining facebook were adults ages 30-45, even 55 year olds. If the market wants to hang out on facebook, rest assure I will spend some time there in case any of them have a real estate need.

I don’t spam my fans. I do over-post with useless updates or post with just property information. I actually spend a lot of time commenting on other people’s updates and somewhere a long the lines of “Hey Angie, I was thinking about selling, can you help me or is now a good time to buy or do you think I can qualify” is generally a question(s) I come to answer when my fans or FB friend’s real estate need arises.

So, in short: Yes, I stongly believe Facebook can enhance a real estate agent’s business without a doubt!

I`m not criticizing your post, just asking. Good day.