Homesearch Newsletter - Issue 4 - October 2024

Keeping up-to-date with all things Homesearch!

Monthly Issue 4 - October 2024

New Product Feature - Garden Orientation

Now Available in Pro!

Recently, we launched garden orientation data - for both on and off-market properties! That's right, you can now see which direction the main garden is positioned relative to the house! Perfect for those buyers looking for a warm and sunny south facing garden.

Where to find the data:

Property listing details page
Explorer (left-side garden orientation filters)
Reports (Sellers Report, Landlord Guide, Buyers Guide)

Join Us at the EA Masters!

We’re excited to announce that Homesearch will be at this year’s EA Masters, happening on the 5th of November. You can find us at the Reapit stand, where we’ll be showcasing our powerful integration with Reapit’s CRM. This integration allows Reapit users to seamlessly access Homesearch’s extensive property insights directly within their CRM, making property research easier than ever. Whether you're looking to analyze market trends or gather data on specific properties, our insights integration ensures you have all the information you need right at your fingertips.

Recontact 11M We’re also introducing Re:Contact to Reapit users, our latest feature that connects seamlessly with Reapit. Re:Contact keeps Reapit users ahead of the game by highlighting specific contacts who are active on the property market. This could be when a contact is selling with another agent or when a nearby property sale may have impacted the value of their own home. In just four weeks of trialing Re:Contact, one leading London agent booked £11 million worth of valuations, demonstrating the power of this tool. Don’t miss out on seeing these features in action—stop by our booth at the EA Masters to learn how Homesearch can help you stay ahead of the competition!

Upcoming Land Registry Price Rise

From 9th December 2024, the Land Registry are officially raising their price from £3 to £7 for the digital purchase of a property title. Unfortunately, that means we also need to increase the price we charge to £7* too.

So get in early to save £4 by logging in to Pro and ordering your property title documents today.

*VAT and processing fee still apply.

Homesearch Expands CRM Integrations

Building on the aforementioned Reapit integration, Homesearch continues to be in the spotlight for our efforts to integrate with other leading CRM platforms, including Dezrez, MRI, and more. These partnerships empower estate agents to seamlessly access our comprehensive property data directly within their CRM systems, streamlining workflows and enhancing client interactions. With instant access to Homesearch’s powerful insights, agents can make faster, informed decisions, giving them an edge in today’s competitive market.

These integrations represent our commitment to making property research more efficient and accessible for our clients. Whether you're looking to strengthen relationships with existing homeowners or explore new opportunities, you’ll now have the tools to act swiftly—all within your preferred CRM. For more details, check out the recent industry articles covering these exciting updates...

click the logos above to find out more.

...and with many more integrations on the way, it's never been a more exciting time to be a Homesearch agent.

New Canvassing Strategies to Boost Your Business in a Shifting Market

With mortgage rates on the rise and the highest level of housing stock on the market since 2020, now could be the perfect time to refresh your approach to canvassing and letter campaigns. As the market evolves, so do the opportunities to engage potential clients more effectively. We’ve put together some new strategies that can help you stand out and capture more business.

We encourage you to explore these two suggestive ways to canvass for new business:

Targeting Homeowners with Expiring Fixed-Rate Mortgages
Many homeowners are approaching the end of their fixed-rate mortgage deals and could be looking to move. This presents a unique opportunity to connect with them before they renew. Learn more here: Targeting Expiring Fixed-Rate Mortgages.
Attracting Buyers for Slow-Moving Properties
With more properties on the market, some are taking longer to sell. Discover how to use Homesearch letters to connect with buyers who may be interested in these properties and turn stalled listings into success stories. Read the article: How to Use Homesearch Letters to Attract Buyers in a Changing Market.

We hope these strategies provide you with some fresh ideas to stay ahead and secure more instructions. If you have any questions or would like further guidance, feel free to reach out to our team

Meet Our Customer Success Team

We understand that having the right point of contact makes all the difference when it comes to getting the most out of our services. That’s why we’d like to reintroduce our dedicated Customer Success team, who are here to support you every step of the way. Below, you’ll find the names, photos, and contact details of our team members, so you always know exactly who to reach out to.

Feel free to reach out whenever you need assistance!

Taylor Sweet