How Tech-Savvy Is Your Real Estate Experience?

Shannon Baird

4 days ago3 min read

In today’s fast-paced real estate market, technology is no longer optional – it’s essential. From finding the perfect property to closing the deal, tech tools are transforming every aspect of the home-buying and selling process. How much have you leaned into using technology in your own real estate experience?

Take this quiz to find out how well you’re leveraging technology in your real estate journey. Whether you’re an agent, buyer, or seller, you’ll discover opportunities to level up your tech game and streamline your experience.

1. How do you typically search for properties?

A. I channel my inner detective and drive around neighborhoods like I'm hunting for buried treasure. 🏴‍☠️

Woman in black lace shirt sitting at a glass table, using a phone and laptop. Bright, minimalist background, focused expression.

B. I scroll through listings like I'm online shopping for my dream home (or just snooping on neighbors).

C. I let apps with novel search capabilities (like Finding Homes' scenario search, or apps with advanced filters and real-time updates) do the heavy lifting. Why waste gas when my phone can find my dream home in seconds?

2. How do you stay informed about market trends?

A. I rely on the grapevine and my trusty newspaper. 🗞️

B. I casually skim real estate blogs between binge-watching my favorite shows.

C. Subscribing to market analytics tools - AI sends me updates before my morning coffee is even brewed.

3. What tools do you use to evaluate properties?

A. I walk into homes and just feel if it’s the one—like a real estate psychic.

Hand holding a smartphone with a heart on the screen. Pink background, heart icons, and numbers suggest a focus on love or emotions.

B. I swipe through listings like it’s a dating app for houses.

C. I use virtual tours, 3D walkthroughs, and valuation tools like Zillow’s Zestimate, Redfin’s Home Estimate, or HouseCanary and let the tech crunch the numbers for me.

4. How do you handle communication during a transaction?

A. I prefer good ol’ fashioned phone calls and meetings—bonus points if there’s coffee involved. ☕

Three people sitting at a café table with coffee cups and laptops. They are engaged in conversation, with a modern building in the background.

B. Doesn’t everyone use email and text messages?

C. Collaboration platforms or apps designed for real estate transactions, such as Dotloop, TransactionDesk, or Paperless Pipeline.

5. What’s your go-to method for managing documents?

A. I have a filing cabinet full of real estate paperwork that could rival a law office.

Messy office desk with piles of papers, laptop, empty picture frame, and scattered stationery.

B. I email myself important documents and cross my fingers that I can find them later.

C. Cloud-based tools for secure and organized document sharing - who has space for paper clutter?

6. How do you evaluate potential neighborhoods?

A. I show up in neighborhoods like a curious tourist, chatting up strangers for insider info.

B. Google everything from school ratings to the nearest taco spot before making a decision.

C. Using neighborhood insights platforms that provide crime stats, lifestyle ratings, and commute data. I deep dive into data like a real estate sleuth—no surprises for me! 🕵️

7. How do you learn about real estate processes (e.g., closing, inspections)?

A. I ask my brother. He is a real estate investor, so he probably knows what he is talking about.

B. Googling information as needed, maybe a Reddit deep dive or two.

C. I let interactive tools, guides, or AI-powered assistants be my real estate guru. 🧘

8. How do you connect with real estate professionals?

A. I wander into real estate offices like I’m in an episode of House Hunters.

Smiling man in blue shirt on smartphone screen, office setting. Background shows blurry people in yellow. Phone displays time 9:30 AM.

B. I find agents like I find new restaurants—scrolling through reviews and checking Instagram.

C. Apps like HomeLight, UpNest, and FastExpert make finding the right professional a breeze.

Scoring your real estate tech savvy-ness

Mostly A’s: Tech Novice – You’re keeping it old-school, which can work, but there are plenty of tools to save time and improve your real estate experience.
Mostly B’s: Tech Explorer – You’re using some tech tools, but there’s room to expand your toolkit and make the process smoother.
Mostly C’s: Tech Pro – You’re fully leveraging technology to stay ahead in the real estate game to save you lots of time. Keep it up!

Take Action

No matter where you land on the tech-savvy spectrum, there’s always room to grow. Explore the latest tools, there are tons to choose from. Comment below which level you are at and how you would like to up your technology game this year!

Stay tuned to our blog for more tips, tricks, and insights into the future of real estate tech.