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

Decoding the Market: A Real Estate Agent’s Guide to 10 Pressing Challenges

Are you finding it tough to secure new clients in this competitive market? You’re not alone. High interest rates are merely the tip of the iceberg. Today, we’re diving deep into the top challenges you might face and, more importantly, how to overcome them.  1. Limited Inventory The Challenge   In today’s market, buyer demand…

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Future-proof Your Real Estate Business with These Strategies

You know as well as I do that the real estate business is ever-changing. We’ve all been through those dry spells where leads are scarce, and the phone’s not ringing. While some agents are cold-calling and door-knocking like it’s 1999, those might not be right for you. So, let’s get into it: how can you…

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Stand Out in a Crowded Market by Optimizing Your web and Social Profiles With ChatGPT

As hard as it is to get new listings, I think an enterprising agent would want to take advantage of every possible tool. And that goes double for the free tools! Here is what you should do as soon as possible: Look at the profile/bio you have on your website.  When was the last time…

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How to Create a Killer Bio, Elevator Speech & Slogan with ChatGPT!

This article originally ran on June 11, 2023.  I decided to update it and rerun it because things change rapidly in AI and real estate. Another reason is that you may have overlooked the value of AI in June.  The amount of press AI has received is staggering, so by now, you may have decided…

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Lead Generation: From the Basics to the Latest

Hey there! Remember the days when door-knocking was the go-to method for real estate leads? Times have changed, but some things remain the same. Let’s look at the tried-and-true, and the new ways agents are getting leads. 1. Old School, Still Cool: Door Knocking   Even with our phones buzzing and screens everywhere, there’s something…

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Beat the Digital Overwhelm and Get to Streamlined Efficiency

As I’ve been talking with agents over the past few months, I’ve discovered that many agents are frustrated with staying organized with the available tools on their phones. This has made me remember back to the days of paper planners. Almost every agent had a ring binder with either Day Timer or Franklin Covey’s daily…

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Effective Ways to Generate Real Estate Seller Leads

When I started in real estate, I was told I had to list to last. This idea was based on the idea that if you had listings, you would always have something to market yourself around.  It was also suggested that if you had listings, then buyers would find you. In today’s tight inventory market,…

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Boost Your Sales: 5 Must-Have Tech Tools forReal Estate Agents to Streamline Lead Generation

In today’s fast-paced real estate market, technology isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity. As someone who has been in the real estate industry for over 37 years and has worn multiple hats—from Sales Manager to IT Director—I can’t stress enough the importance of leveraging technology to streamline your business. Whether you’re a seasoned agent…

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Is Direct Mail in Real Estate Dead or Thriving?

I’m sure you have heard old timers say that direct mail has become obsolete, but reality paints a different picture.  Depending on where you live, you may receive direct mail from top agents in your area. Top real estate agents continue to leverage this traditional method, and there’s a reason for that – it’s effective. …

Commenting vs. Posting: A New Approach to Facebook Leads for REALTORS®

When it comes to maintaining a presence on Facebook, particularly with past clients and potential leads, the conventional wisdom of posting on your profile might not be the most effective strategy. Why is that? Consider this: The likelihood of your post appearing on their feed when they log in is relatively low. However, their chances…