Listing For Sale
Why does my property show an old listing when I click on it?
If you’re seeing an old listing from when you previously purchased the property, there’s no need to worry. Property data displayed on third-party websites is pulled directly from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Since your new listing is currently ...
What should I do if my listing isn’t getting showings or offers?
Generating interest on a property can be influenced by various factors, such as the current condition of the house, the state of the real estate market, and the quality of listing presentations. To increase your chances of receiving excellent offers, ...
Why do I need a listing agent to get my FSBO property listed on the MLS?
Only licensed real estate brokers or agents are permitted to list properties on the MLS. Houzeo is a technology platform that bridges this requirement by partnering with licensed real estate agents across the United States to help homeowners list ...
How quickly can my Houzeo listing be activated on the MLS?
Your listing can be published within 1-2 business days, provided that all required documents and tasks are completed. If there are any issues or discrepancies with the listing, your listing agent will reach out to you for clarification. For faster ...
If I pause my listing, can I unpause it later? How much listing time will I have remaining?
When selling a home, there might be times when you need to temporarily pause your listing. This could be due to factors like vacations, home repairs, or other personal reasons. Fortunately, MLS (Multiple Listing Service) systems offer a feature that ...
Will my property be listed online?
Once your Listing is Live on the MLS, it will be automatically syndicated to various online third-party websites including Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, and many others. This will ensure that your property gets maximum online exposure and is visible ...
How long does it take for the changes in a listing to update on other websites like realtor.com?
The timing for an amended listing to update on external websites, such as realtor.com, can vary and is typically influenced by 2 factors: Change MLS - Once you have made changes to your listing on the Houzeo Dashboard, it takes 12-24 hours for the ...
I have multiple properties listed through Houzeo and haven't I received any calls or leads. What can I do to generate more interest on our listings?
Once your property is listed on the MLS, your contact information (name, email address, and phone number) will be visible to buyer agents in the "private agent remarks" section. This allows potential buyer agents to contact you directly. While there ...
Is there an option through Houzeo to show this listing on Youtube? Do you use Youtube like this?
Houzeo doesn't directly integrate with YouTube to display your property listing. Effective Alternatives for Listing Visibility: While YouTube isn't ideal for Houzeo listings, here are some excellent alternatives to maximize exposure: Houzeo Listing ...
Will my property be listed as a For Sale By Owner (FSBO) on all third party websites?
No. When you list your property on the MLS through Houzeo, it will not appear as a For Sale By Owner (FSBO) listing on third-party websites such as Zillow, Realtor.com, or Redfin. Instead, your home is displayed as a standard “For Sale” listing under ...
How do we remove photos of our sold house? The house sold in 2021 and photos are still in Realtor.com etc.
If your home was sold in 2021 or anytime before or after that, but the photos are still appearing on Realtor.com and other third-party websites, here’s what you need to know: Why Are the Photos Still Visible? Once a property is sold and marked as ...
Do you have Access to do Comparable on your site?
What are Comparables (Comps) and How Can I Find Them on Houzeo? What are Comps? Comparables, often shortened to "comps," are recently sold properties in your area that share similar characteristics to your own. These properties are used to estimate ...
Can I cancel my current MLS listing and immediately relist the property to reset the days on the market?
Certainly, you can cancel and relist your property on the same day to reset the "Days on the market" count. This approach can help provide a fresh start for your listing's time on the market. Canceling and relisting on the same day will reset the ...
What is the typical commission offered to Buyer Agents?
Under the new NAR Settlement rules, the commission or compensation offered to buyer agents cannot be included in MLS listings. Instead, any such offers must be communicated directly outside the MLS through methods such as phone, text, email, or ...
Can I choose my own listing agent?
No, you cannot choose your own Listing Agent. The Listing Agent assigned to you is onboarded with Houzeo who works on a Limited Listing Service and has the registered license to get the property listed on the Primary MLS that is assigned to you. ...
Can I schedule more than 3 Open Houses on the MLS?
Yes, please note that you can schedule a maximum of three Open Houses per amendment. If you wish to add more, submit a new amendment via the "Change MLS Listing- Open House" option on the Houzeo portal. Remove one of the existing three and add the ...
I want my phone number to be more prominent. I want it to be on the Property Description.
Placing your phone number in the MLS listing—especially within the property description—is not permitted. MLS rules strictly prohibit adding sensitive or personal information, such as phone numbers or email addresses, to ensure compliance and protect ...
I've noticed that some property listings in my area have more photos and a longer description. What's the reason for this difference?
The ability to upload more pictures & characters to your property description on the MLS typically depends on the specific policies and limitations set by the MLS platform you are using. MLS platforms are commonly subject to the regulations and ...
Do you provide a Lockbox?
We do not provide Lockbox as part of our package. It is a listing upgrade that needs to be purchased separately. On your Houzeo Dashboard, you can purchase a combination key box from a 3rd party merchant website (Amazon). Alternatively, you can also ...
How long does it take for the listing changes to reflect on the MLS?
Once a change listing request has been raised on the Houzeo Dashboard, it typically takes 24 - 48 business hours for the Listing Agent to review and the changes to reflect on the MLS and syndicated to other websites. In case the changes are not ...