New Kids on the Block: 8 Tech Solutions for Brokers to Explore

It seems like every month multiple new solutions, services, and apps debut that aim to somehow simplify the lives of agents and brokers. We know it's hard to keep up--that's why we do it for you!

Aside from our daily educational content, RE Technology hosts a comprehensive directory of thousands of real estate technology products. It's a database that's constantly growing. To make sure you're up on what's new, here's a sampler of the latest additions to our directory:

HomeKeepr
Designed for buyers who gave just moved in to a new home, HomeKeepr offers your clients a custom home maintenance calendar. For homeowners who can't complete the suggested tasks, the app recommends local vendors to contact. Suggest this mobile app to clients when their transaction closes--it's one way to stay in touch by offering information homeowners actually need.

WebGreeter
Increase website conversions with a live chat operator that greets visitors and assists them in searching for a home that meets their needs and budget. Well-trained operators can assist your site's visitors in multiple languages--helpful for brokers operating in market with a lot of foreign buyers.

Maximum Real Estate Websites
Another addition to the crowded IDX website category, this vendor offers templated real estate websites with customizable content and lead capture forms, marketing features, and more.

PropertyRadar
A slick, data-driven analytics suite that offers comprehensive property info, foreclosure tracking, and market research capabilities. Users can also create and manage custom lead lists--like absentee owners, foreclosures, underwater--based on over 100+ search filter criteria. Analyze ROI, create workflows, collaborate, and manage print collateral from a single platform.

Real Safe Agent
This mobile app taps into the local real estate community to crowdsource agent safety. Agents on showings can use the app to send an alert to other real estate professionals when they feel threatened or unsafe. Brokerages and other organizations can designate "Watch Commanders" who monitor alerts from the app and identify nearby agents who can respond.

RealtyAPX
This platform combines front and back office functionality into one solution. eSignatures, document and transaction management, showing management, Quickbooks integration and more are all part of the package.

The RRD
For brokerages with a property management division, The RRD offers comprehensive tenant screening services in bulk or on an as-needed basis. The company also offers insurance information, from which brokers can earn referral fees.

TRANS-TRAC System
Need to build or improve processes for managing transactions? This online training course offers step-by-step video tutorials on tracking your transactions from listing to close. Best for training new agents or boosting the productivity of teams and experienced agents.