This week, REALTOR.ca launched one of its most requested consumer features: Notifications. This service makes it easier for consumers with REALTOR®.ca accounts to stay on top of listing changes by receiving notifications sent directly to them. By keeping REALTOR.ca relevant and easy to use, this will ensure that the value of REALTORS® remains front and centre throughout the consumer home buying and selling journey.
The service emails notifications only when changes are made to listings saved to "My Favourites" (e.g., new images, addition of an open house, etc.).
This service does not currently include an email notification when a new listing hits the market that matches a "Saved Search" criteria. New listing notifications will only appear in REALTOR.ca when a user is logged into their account.
How REALTOR.ca Notifications will Benefit REALTORS®
- The new feature will increase exposure by consistently driving traffic back to REALTOR® listings.
- It makes it easy for REALTORS® to keep track of new and changed listings that reside outside of their Board's MLS® System. By using the same functionality as consumers, REALTORS® can Favourite listings to easily identify price changes as well as create Saved Searches to identify new listings in areas where their clients are looking to buy.
- Additionally, notifications for logged-in users makes it easier for them to discover new properties. Keeping users informed and connected to REALTOR.ca will help drive more meaningful traffic to listings, and ultimately generate more leads for our Members.
How does it work?
Notifications allow users with REALTOR.ca accounts to receive email alerts for changes to listings they have added to "My Favourites" (e.g., new images, addition of an open house, etc.).
In addition, upon log in, REALTOR.ca account users can also view new listing notifications based on their Saved Search parameters.