Real Estate Technology: Tools I Use Every Day
As a real estate agent in Boston, technology is a big part of my daily workflow. From researching properties to managing transactions, these tools help me serve my clients efficiently and effectively.
My Favorite Tools & Apps:
- MLS — The go-to database for real estate agents to view or advertise listings for sale or rent in the Boston area. Highly searchable with detailed information.
- Zenlist — A private real estate search tool I provide exclusively to my clients.
- DocuSign — Makes collecting signatures fast, secure, and hassle-free.
- Masslandrecords.com — Search the official Registry of Deeds for Massachusetts counties to verify property ownership. Perfect for detailed property and name searches.
- RealEstateRecordsSearch.com — Pulls data from the Registry of Deeds, including private sales not shown on MLS.
- Zillow — A national database that’s great for checking property values locally and when traveling. It even shows lot lines for specific properties.
- ZipForms — Keeps real estate forms updated and compliant.
- Luxury Presence — My website provider: www.stephenmccarthysouthboston.com
- Instagram & LinkedIn — Because a strong social media presence matters.
- Home Depot App — Check if an item is in stock and find its exact location in the store. A huge time saver.
- Microsoft Copilot — Yes, I use AI to edit blog posts like this one!
- MS Excel — For analyzing property data and trends.
- Cubicasa — Generates accurate floor plans quickly and at low cost.
- Zillow Rental Manager — Excellent for managing rental listings.
- YouTube — Perfect for sharing video tours of rental properties.
- City of Boston Assessing Search — Learn about Boston properties (though updates can be slow): Search Here
- Smoke Inspection Application — Need to order a smoke inspection? Apply Here
- Resident Parking Sticker — Apply for your permit: Get It Here
- Thumbtack — Find contractors, movers, HVAC techs, and more.
- MS Office, Apple Keynote & Numbers — For presentations and productivity.
I’m always exploring new tools to better serve my clients. If you know of any great apps or resources, I’d love to hear about them!
Ready to Buy, Sell, or Rent in Boston?
Let’s put these tools to work for you!
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