Jerry Kidd, GRI, CRS, CRB SRES, ePRO a 38 year veteran of the real estate industry, has listed and sold houses, managed real estate offices, been the IT Director for a major Northern California real estate company as well as being the Training Director for yet another major Northern California real estate company . Jerry earned his GRI early in his real estate career and then went on to earn his CRS and CRB setting the tone for a career-long focus on the importance of continuing education. Along the way, Jerry has earned three Microsoft certifications, MCP, MCP+I and MCSE, as well as one from Cisco, CCNA. Rounding out his list of technology certifications are two from COMPTIA, an A+ and a Network+, as well as the ePRO from NAR. Jerry is currently a California State Certified Instructor for the SRES and GRI programs, presenting courses on working with seniors, listing techniques, technology and advanced technology applications. Jerry is also a NAR Certified ePRO Trainer, zipForms Certified Trainer and a DocuSign Certified Trainer.

Jerry Kidd

8 ways to use ChatGPT to grow your business

Finding a new customer is often like finding a needle in a haystack. However, with the right techniques and tools, you can make yourself not just ‘highly visible’ in the marketplace but also easily attract and retain customers.  Leveraging a combination of content creation, targeted marketing, and personalized outreach, you can build a strong pipeline…

Jerry Kidd

Why It’s Important to Use a Service Like Incogni to Fight Data Brokers (and Why You Probably Shouldn’t Do It Yourself)

To follow up on last week’s post about data brokers, I thought I should give you some info on a service that I use to fight them! (Here is a link to that post in case you missed it: https://realtytechbytes.com/understanding-data-brokers-where-they-get-their-info-and-what-they-do-with-it/) Much of our personal information is sprawled all over the internet, even more than one…

 Understanding Data Brokers: Where They Get Their Info and What They Do With It

Alright, let’s talk about data brokers. These are companies that gather, process, and sell personal information about you, often without you even realizing it. It sounds a bit creepy, right? Here’s the lowdown on where they get this info and what they do with it once they have it. Where Do Data Brokers Get Their…

Use The Power of Video Marketing for Real Estate Sales Success

In today’s world, potential buyers form their first impressions online. That’s why having a strong online presence is crucial for real estate agents. But with countless listings competing for attention, how can you make your properties stand out? The answer is simple: video marketing. Why Video? It’s All About Engagement Let’s face it, people are…

Jerry Kidd

The Real Estate Agent’s Guide to the AI Tools That Will Rock Your Business

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various industries, and real estate is no exception. AI tools can significantly enhance lead generation, client engagement, and overall business efficiency for residential real estate agents and brokers.  Many of the tools we use have integrated AI into their offerings in a way that is virtually invisible to the user.…

Jerry Kidd

Kickstart Your Third Quarter With These Pro Tips to Close More Transactions

Alright, agents, it’s the first day of the third quarter. No more excuses, no more procrastination. The first half of the year is behind us, and it’s time to take a hard look at your performance. If you’re not where you want to be, consider this your wake-up call. Here’s how to stop underperforming and…