How Can I Share Property Listings via Text Message in RealScout?
RealScout provides options for manually sharing property listings via text message. However, it does not support automated text alerts. This article explains how to share listings manually, the limitations of text-based notifications, and available workarounds.
Overview of Text-Based Sharing in RealScout
RealScout allows agents to share property listings with clients via text message. This feature is manual and requires the agent to initiate the sharing process for each listing. Automated text alerts are not supported; all automated notifications are delivered via email only.
Additionally, recipients can view listings without a RealScout account or email if the agent adjusts their registration settings to allow public viewing without immediate registration.
Step-by-Step Guide for Sharing Listings via Text
Method 1: Sharing with Clients in Your Phone Contacts
Open the RealScout agent app or log in to the mobile website.
Navigate to the listing you want to share.
Tap the "Share" option on the listing page.
Select your texting app and choose the client from your phone contacts.
Method 2: Sharing with Clients Not in Your Phone Contacts
Open the listing in the RealScout app or mobile site.
Use the "Share" button to generate a shareable link.
Copy the link and paste it into a text message to the client’s phone number.
Adjust your registration settings to allow public viewing without immediate registration if recipients do not have a RealScout account or email.
These methods allow you to share listings one at a time. Bulk texting of sold listings or multiple properties is not supported.
Limitations of Text-Based Notifications
No Automated Text Alerts: RealScout does not offer automated listing alerts via text. All automated notifications, such as listing updates and market activity, are sent via email/the RealScout Home Search App.
Manual Sharing Only: Sharing listings via text requires manual action for each listing; the site/app cannot send text messages on your behalf.
Email Requirement for Clients: Clients cannot be added to the RealScout database without a valid email address.
Workarounds for Automated Alerts
While automated text alerts are not available, you can use the following manual methods to keep clients informed:
Share Individual Listings via SMS: Use the steps outlined above to manually share listings with clients.
Send a Search Link via SMS: Generate a link to a saved search and share it via text, allowing clients to browse listings on their own.- Use the Agent Dashboard App: For registered clients, use the RealScout Agent Dashboard App to send listings via email. Open the Messages section, select the client, attach the property listing, and send the message.- FAQs:
Can I share listings with someone who doesn’t have an email address? Yes, you can share listings via text by sending the public URL. However, they cannot be added as a registered client in RealScout without an email address.
What happens if my registration settings require immediate registration? Recipients will need to create a RealScout account (with an email) to view the listing. Adjust your registration settings to allow public viewing if you want to avoid this requirement.