Jerry Kidd

How to Protect Yourself from Facebook Cloning Scams in 2025

In today’s digital age, social media platforms like Facebook are powerful tools for staying connected. However, with the benefits of connectivity come new risks, and one of the most common scams making the rounds lately is Facebook cloning. In this scheme, scammers create fake profiles using someone’s name and publicly available photos to impersonate them.…

Jery Kidd

Top 5 Tech Skills Real Estate Agents Must Master in 2024

In today’s fast-paced real estate market, possessing a solid foundation of tech skills is essential for any agent looking to stay competitive and succeed. The integration of technology into real estate has revolutionized how agents operate, making it critical for professionals to stay updated with the latest tools and techniques. Here are some must-have tech…

Jerry Kidd

Content Marketing Tips that Connect and Convert

In an era where digital presence is as crucial as your real-world interactions, real estate agents must harness the power of content marketing to stay ahead. As we delve into 2024, it’s clear that the agents who stand out are not just those with the best listings but those who can engage, inform, and resonate…

Jerry Kidd

Lead-Generating Social Media Bios for Real Estate Professionals

Hey there, real estate agents! Your social media bio isn’t just a few words about who you are. It’s a golden ticket to connect with potential clients and stand out in the bustling digital world. Let’s dive into the art of crafting a bio that’s not just informative but a magnet for leads and opportunities.…

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

Stop wasting time and finish the year strong!

As this goes to “press” there are only 48 more days left in 2022!  Some of you will think that is a good thing because by all accounts this year has been challenging! Others of you have been busy listing and selling houses, while still others have been hunkering down and not getting much done.…

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Do you want to work with turkeys or fly with eagles? It’s your choice!

This week’s post appears originally on this blog as a two part post in April and May of 2010.  I have updated them and consolidated them in to one post.  If you want to read the original posts, you can find them here: Get new clients using social tools ~ Part One Get new clients…

Jerry Kidd

5 cool ideas to help you finish 2022 strong

This week I have a broad mix of articles by others that I think you should take the time to read. Any one of these could make the difference between finishing the year strong or finishing it far back in the pack.  In any market right now we have a large group of agents chasing…

Jerry Kidd

What happens to your data when you die?

I flew to Charleston, South Carolina last week to attend the Spoleto Music Festival, visit Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot and visit with friends that I met on a River Cruise in Europe last summer. The flight from SFO to ATL was about 4 hours and the connecting flight from ATL to CHS was…

Jerry Kidd

Don’t fall victim to this Facebook Scam

Ever gotten a Facebook friend request from someone that you are already friends with?  If so welcome to the club! A few years ago this scam was more prevalent, but recently some friends have reported that this issue is on the rise again, so I “dusted” this post off from some years back, revised it…