How To: Create a Buyer Want-Ad Listing on Gitcha

Jake Hokinson
Director of Product
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Welcome to the guide on creating a buyer want ad listing on Gitcha.com. This process is simple and quick, allowing you to enhance your real estate services by attracting new properties for your clients.

1. Introduction to Buyer Want Ad Listings

What is a Buyer Want Ad Listing?

  • A buyer want ad listing is a post indicating what your buyer is looking for in a property.
  • It is displayed in the feed for other agents and homeowners to see.

2. Importance of Buyer Want Ad Listings

  • Enhanced Reach: Attracts new properties by letting other agents and homeowners know your buyer’s needs.
  • Complementary Tool: Complements standard MLS searches, offering a personalized outreach method.
  • Increased Value: Provides more value to your clients by going beyond standard searches.

3. Steps to Create a Buyer Want Ad Listing

Option 1: Using the Buyer Listing Form

  1. Initiate the Process:
    • Click on the "Post Want Ad" button.
    • Choose the option to send the buyer listing form to your client.
  2. Select or Create Client:
    • Select an existing client or create a new one.
    • Enter the client’s first name (additional details optional).
  3. Generate and Send the Form:
    • Confirm the client selection
    • Copy the generated link and send it to your client via email or text.
    • The client fills out the form with their must-haves, nice-to-haves, budget, financing, and additional context.
  4. Review and Post:
    • Receive the completed form in your inbox.
    • Review the details, make any necessary adjustments, and complete any missing information.
    • Select the requested compensation from the seller.
    • Title the want ad and add a descriptive post.
    • Click "Confirm" and post the listing.

Option 2: Filling Out the Listing Yourself

  1. Initiate the Process:
    • Click on the "Post Want Ad" button.
    • Choose the option to fill out the want ad yourself.
  2. Select or Create Client:
    • Select an existing client or create a new one.
    • Enter the client’s first name (additional details optional).
  3. Fill Out the Listing:
    • Enter the details for the buyer’s must-haves, nice-to-haves, budget, financing, and additional context.
    • Select the requested compensation from the seller.
    • Title the want ad and add a descriptive post.
    • Click "Confirm" and post the listing.

4. Finalizing and Posting the Want Ad

  • Requested Compensation:
    • State your requested compensation from the seller.
    • Options include specifying a percentage or indicating no compensation request.
  • Title and Description:
    • Craft a compelling title and description for the want ad.
    • Ensure it clearly describes what your buyer is looking for.
  • Post the Listing:
    • Review all details to ensure accuracy.
    • Click the "Post" button to publish the want ad listing.

5. Additional Tips and Best Practices

  • Make Your Listing Stand Out:
    • Use clear and specific language in the title and description.
    • Highlight unique or key features your buyer is looking for.
  • Regular Updates:
    • Keep your listings updated with any changes in your buyer’s preferences.
    • Regularly review and refine the details to maintain relevance.
  • Engage with Responses:
    • Promptly respond to any matches or inquiries received from the listing.
    • Use the feedback to further tailor your listings and client outreach.

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