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.

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…

Jerry Kidd

ChatGPT details a real estate agent’s lifeblood!

Please note this blog post was largely created with the ChatGPT4, Plus version. I had the pleasure of working with an experienced new home sales agent just starting her career as a residential resale agent. Although there are many differences between the two models of real estate sales, the biggest one, in my opinion, is…

Jerry Kidd

Maximize Your YouTube Learning Experience with This Free Tool

I’ve stumbled upon a remarkable tool that will revolutionize your experience of learning through YouTube! If you’re like me and enjoy both watching videos and reading written content to grasp new concepts, then this tool is an absolute game-changer. Whenever I need to learn a new skill, YouTube is my go-to platform. It consistently provides…

Jerry Kidd

The Ultimate Tech Toolkit for Real Estate Agents

Navigating the dynamic landscape of the real estate industry requires more than just a sharp mind and a keen understanding of the market. It demands the right tools to streamline operations, improve productivity, and deliver excellent client service. Let’s explore the ultimate tech toolkit for real estate agents, focusing on hardware, software, smartphone apps, and…