iHouse Web Solutions Launches ConnecTel Toll-Free Property Listing Hotline For Realtors

May 5, 2006; 06:48 AM

OAKLAND, Calif. - iHOUSE Web Solutions, a division of CIS Data Systems(TM), Inc., and a leader in real estate Web site design, hosting and online marketing services, announced a new service that enables real estate agents and brokers to set up a toll-free hotline for each property listing, giving a detailed audio description for interested homebuyers.

“We like to say that it enables agents and brokers to clone themselves,” says Paul Sheng, CEO. “They obviously cannot be continuously available to all interested homebuyers for all of their listings. With ConnecTel, they’ll never miss a call again because a caller can listen to a specific recorded property description then choose to connect directly to the agent or leave a message, and the caller’s number is captured whether a message is left or not. In each case, the agent is immediately alerted.”

There are several other features included in the service. Agents can track the advertising sources of all inquiries based on the phone extensions that are assigned. They can then make adjustments in advertising spending or shift allocation of resources for maximum results. They can also choose how they wish to be instantly notified regarding calls to the hotlines, choosing email, text messages, or phone. A “Find Me, Follow Me” feature forwards calls through a sequence of phone numbers specified by the agent.

A unique phone extension on each property sign and ad also serves as a backup or alternative to traditional flyers in signage boxes. “If a drive-by prospect takes a flyer,” continues Sheng, “the agent has no way to capture the prospect’s contact information. But if he or she calls the hotline, the agent is reached immediately or can quickly follow-up.” A sample recording can be heard at 1-888-TRY-CTEL ext. 1001.

Since 1986, iHOUSE Web Solutions has provided real estate professionals with technology and Internet tools to build their businesses. Through continued, successful designs of user-friendly real estate agent Web sites and other products for real estate Web site promotion, the company has built a network of over 10,000 customers and maintains IDX data feeds with nearly 300 MLS’s nationwide, representing nearly two-thirds of all listings in the United States. Its Web marketing solutions include iHOUSE Web sites, IDXPro MLS search and e-mail service, MarketReach email marketing solution, VTShowcase virtual tour manager, and ConnecTel toll-free communication service. Headquartered in Oakland, California, iHOUSE Web Solutions can be reached by phone (toll-free) 866-645-7702, e-mail info@ihouseweb.com, or by visiting www.ihouseweb.