Top Producer 8i Finally Here!
February 7th, 2008 Categories: Top Producer Software
All new subscribers signing up with Top Producer Systems going forward will get the new version which provides many enhancements.
The word is that existing subscribers will not be automatically converted to the new version. This process is expected to be phased in at a later date in order to manage the process smoothly. New training will also be announced and I will have those details to share with you as well.
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Preliminary Pricing for Top Producer 8i (subject to change)
- Top Producer 8i Agent License $39.95/month
- Success Suite $249.95/month w/$249 Setup Fee
- Market Builder Bundle $194.95/month w/$149 Setup Fee
- Market Snapshot Bundle $99.95/month w/$149 Setup Fee
- Complete Web Bundle $89.95/month w/$149 Setup Fee
- Top Producer 8i Web Bundle $64.95/month /$99 Setup Fee
As you can see, prices have risen just slightly, but I assure you the increase is worth it.
I have been using TopProducer8i for several months now and have been part of the beta testing. I am glad to answer any questions you may have about Top Producer an how it can help your business. If you are looking for personal advice on which Top Producer products to chose,or you are looking for high level training, please contact me. I can offer one one one training as well as web based training.
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Top Producer Announces LivePost for Keller Williams
February 7th, 2008 Categories: Top Producer Software
In a much anticipated announcement, Top Producer has released their first version of LivePost.
Top Producer LivePost gives subscribers the ability to print letters, postcards, or flyers, in either mass quantities or in single items, and then send them to a third party company for printing and distribution.
For now, the product will be available to the Keller Williams branded version of Top Producer and will include the agent ProManage content as well as the Market Center/Team Leader Content.
Features of Top Producer LivePost
- Any template or letter contained in the LivePost category can be used.
- Print 1,10, or 100’s of pieces with the same per piece rate.
- Direct Fulfillment through Post Nexus.
- Automatic Merging of Contact Information.
- Click and Send, Cut out the Middle Man. Don’t worry about Postage, its covered!
- Review an online proof before sending
Top Producer LivePost Pricing
- There is one time activation fee of $99. (Does not include printing and postage)
- Printing and Postage fees vary and can be found in “My Pricing” in Account Admin.
Steps to Sign Up for Top Producer LivePost
- Contact me at 1-888-447-9651 to discuss
- Fill out my Top Producer Order form. Fill out as existing subscriber and check Live Post in A La Carte section.
- Create an Account with LivePost
- Download and install the necessary print drivers
- Access LivePost and begin printing.
Top Producer LivePost will officially launch on Feb 15th but will be available tomorrow, February 8th. I noticed last week that the LivePost content was already located in the presentation library, go check it out. Stay tuned for more information on LivePost as it develops.
As always, if you are in need of Top Producer training give me a call. I can sit down with you one on one or conduct webinar training for those located further away.
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A solution to the Top Producer Sync Problem with AT&T and Blackberry!
January 29th, 2008 Categories: Top Producer Software
After many hours online with AT&T and Top Producer there’s finally a solution for your sync problems.
Much thanks goes to Top Producer for getting to the bottom of this problem and coming up with a solution with their AT&T Blackberry and the Top Producer Mobility product.
Apparently there were some server changes as a result of the acquisition of Cingular by AT&T that has caused this problem in the Northeast. Proof that the issue is on the carrier side, NOT TOP PRODUCER.
I tested this process and it works for me, so this may be a fix for you. There is one caveat that you must know. In the rare event that Top Producer changes their IP address in the future, you could have this problem again. This is a valid work around for now, and I have been assured that they are continuing to work with AT&T for a more permanent fix.
In the meantime, this is your fix!
- Ensure the Top Producer application is ’shutdown’
- Go to Options > Vaultus
- Expand ‘CLIENTSERVICE’ (click spacebar)
- Locate ‘AUTH_SERVER’
- Highlight and choose ’Edit…’ from the Menu
- Record the Value: wirelesssync.topproduceronline.com
- Replace the Value with: 206.131.180.173
- Choose ‘Save’ from the Menu
- Choose ‘Save’ again to exit the Vaultus settings
- Exit Options
- Turn your device off
- Remove and replace the battery from your device
- Open the TP application and you should be able to perform an FDR/Sync operation
As always, I welcome comments on your experience and offer my services to those in need of Top Producer Training or Productivity Solutions for Real Estate Agents.
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Having Top Producer Sync Problems with AT&T and Blackberry?
January 10th, 2008 Categories: Top Producer Software
Have you noticed recently that your Blackberry will no longer synchronize with your Top Producer Mobility application? Maybe it was working before and now it doesn’t?
I just got off the phone with Top Producer and discovered there is a well known issue that may be causing your problems.
Read on to learn more about how you can fix this problem with minimum frustration. (I had plenty…) Read the rest of this entry »
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A suspicious Package or your Safe MLS Token?
December 18th, 2007 Categories: MLS and IDX
If you receive a suspicious package in the mail sometime between today and the next couple weeks don’t be alarmed. It’s just your new SAFE MLS Token provided my MRIS.
In an effort to tighten security and protect the integrity of the information our Multiple List System provides, the SAFE MLS secure login process is now being implemented. Tokens are beginning to ship today.
Here are a couple things you can do to make sure you get your Secure Login Token.
- Make sure MRIS has your right email address. Have you been receiving emails from them recently?
- Log in to MRIS and check your account settings. Is all of your contact information correct?
- If you need support check out the MRIS Support Page.
Temporary Unavailability Scheduled for MRIS System at 11 PM on 12/18
Single Sign On capability and new functionality, including Secure Login, will be implemented on the evening of Tuesday, December 18, beginning at 11 p.m. During the implementation, the following portions of the MRIS system will be temporarily unavailable:
- Matrix
- Mris.com
- Keystone
- Keystone Photo Upload
- Lingo
- Titan
The implementation is expected to take 4 hours.
I would like to hear comments on your experience or opinion on the new security measures. It may take some getting used to but in the long run I think it will enhance the value of the data we rely upon as real estate agents.
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Top Producer Training from the comfort of your home office
December 11th, 2007 Categories: Top Producer Training
How does this sound?
- Grab a drink and snack
- Shut off your cell phone and close your home office door.
- Get a pad and paper for note taking.
- Settle in for our scheduled one on one training and coaching session established to get your database management functions running smoothly. (Top Producer Software)
The Top Tech Agent can finally offer one on one training via Webex software. Contact me now to book your Top Producer Training.
Benefits of One on One Top Producer Training from The Top Tech Agent:
- Saved Time, No Commuting, No Sharing instructor with other students. Our sessions are quick and easy.
- Focused just on you. One Size does not fit all.
- Less expensive. You pay for only what you need.
- High level of Service, The Customer Comes First
The Top Tech Agent is owned by Scott Saghirian, a licensed real estate agent in the Central Maryland area. Along with representing home sellers and buyers with the utmost integrity, Scott can also be found giving back to the Realtor community by offering productivity solution training and products for fellow real estate agents.
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Free Top Producer Training Announcement
December 3rd, 2007 Categories: Top Producer Training
I would like to announce that I hold free training classes on Top Producer Software on the second Monday of each month. This month’s class will be held on December 10th at 5pm EST at my office in Ellicott City.
This is an introductory course designed for agents who are interested in ordering Top Producer or have just signed up. I navigate through the program showing you how Top Producer can help your real estate business and often share valuable tricks and shortcuts. I answer general questions and point you in the right direction.
Reservations are required so please call me if you would like to attend.
Date: December 10, 2007
Location: Keller Williams Realty, 3290 N. Ridge Road, Ellicott City MD 21043
Contact: Scott Saghirian, scott@toptechagent.com or 443-799-7010
If you are interested in setting up a free Top Producer Training class at your office please give me a call.
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Discovering your memory power
November 19th, 2007 Categories: Agent Productivity
I just learned that the Keller Williams office of Ellicott City is offering an open opportunity to hear Melissa Teague, from Freedom Speakers & Trainers. I forgot what the topic is already so I think I should go. I just hope I can remember when it is.
November 26th
2pm-2:45pm
Keller Williams Select Realtors
3290 N. Ridge Road, Suite 150
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Contact me for reservations
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How could a Social Network drive broker profit?
November 15th, 2007 Categories: Real Estate 2.0
While at an Associate Leadership Council Meeting yesterday for the Ellicott City Keller Williams office I discovered an immediate need that could be solved by a Social Networking approach.
While discussing the current real estate market in Ellicott City we shared our successes, our challenges, and goals for our business in 2008. That is by far one of the greatest benefits of Keller Williams. Agents are considered partners in the business.
The focus was both on our market center as well as our personal business. We quickly recognized a need to match up experienced agents in need of support with hungry and willing agents in need of opportunity and training. We discussed win-win scenarios and creative solutions to partner with each other to support each other.
Another need we talked about was a better way to communicate and share resources. How could we network with each other to take advantages of our individual strengths? How could we create a Win-Win?
A Private Social Network is the answer.
For example, let’s say that the Keller Williams office of Ellicott City creates a small Social Networking site where agents can create their profile. Real Estate agents would then form their biography, resume, strengths and weaknesses, and goals. Agents could have the ability to “link up” with other agents for projects and partnerships.
So, when a top agent needs a qualified buyers agent they could just browse the talent located their in the office. Or, when a new agent decides they want to jump into the foreclosure business they could search for other agents who are considered experts in the area.
The social networking site that would be created could also include business partners with a rating system so other agents could choose wisely. The possibilities are endless, the opportunities are at our fingertips.
Brokers win too, just think about it. By creating a more productive team profits will follow. And other successful agents will be attracted to your office.The concepts of social networking are beginning to spread to more and more people. Developers are currently working on a host of new ways to use technology in the real estate business. Now is the time to adopt a forward looking perspective on the future of real estate. Technology will make the biggest impact in the years to come.
Please post if you want to recommend a social networking solutions for real estate brokers or teams or have any other comments.
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Psst…Top Producer 8i
November 6th, 2007 Categories: Top Producer Software
There is plenty of talk about Top Producer 8i being released in the near future along with the improvements that are expected. I am currently beta testing the product for Top Producer and can say that you will be pleasantly surprised at the new Top Producer 8i.
Because of my agreements with Top Producer as an Independent Agent I can’t go into too much detail. Certainly the best part of Top Producer 8i is the fact that we depart from the Java Applets and move to a true web application. This allows for multiple tabs and windows and speedier response time. Some of the other tidbits are that they have added some drag and drop functionality and have included some basic business metric tools. (How many leads have you received today?)
Top Producer 8i is supported by it’s strong foundation of relationship management as well as transaction management. Current users of Top Producer Software will have few problems migrating to Top Producer 8i. There will still be a need for Top Producer Training for all proficiency levels.
Stay tuned for more information and availability!
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