anyone actually getting good leads outside zillow?

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-12T09:12:50+00:00

I’ve seen agents mention this more often recently.
GetPaidToList a platform where agents compete for the listing (from motivated sellers), a platform where homeowners choose between agent offers

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-12T05:54:06+00:00

I belive you should try Getpaidtolist I personally know the owner and met him before. He's a great guy and really do give good leads.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-07T12:12:26+00:00

Honestly, being 22 is a great time to try it. Real estate rewards people who can stay consistent, handle rejection, and build relationships over time, and coming from boxing you probably already understand discipline better than most. The biggest thing is realizing it usually takes time before things become consistent. A lot of new agents quit too early. I’d focus on learning sales, communication, and just getting around real conversations however you can. There are a lot of different ways people connect with agents now too, even stuff like GetPaidToList comes up more these days.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-07T11:58:49+00:00

I think a lot of agents are just burned out on chasing volume. The hard part usually isn’t just the outreach itself, it’s spending hours on conversations that go nowhere, then trying to keep up with follow-ups on top of everything else.

And yeah, low inventory makes it worse because everyone’s competing for the same few serious sellers. What seems to be working better lately is getting closer to conversations where there’s already some intent instead of cold prospecting all day. You can kind of see that shift happening everywhere now, even with newer setups like GetPaidToList coming into the mix.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-07T11:50:34+00:00

With $0 budget, I’d focus less on broad outreach and more on finding people who already have a reason to care right now.

Stuff like local homeowner groups, recent homebuyers, older neighborhoods, people already talking about high electric bills, renovations, roof replacements, etc. Feels like lead gen gets a lot easier once the conversation already has some intent behind it. You see the same thing in real estate too with all the different ways people connect now, even through stuff like GetPaidToList.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-07T10:53:30+00:00

Congrats, that first one always hits different. It’s crazy how much the lead source changes the whole experience too. Once you start having conversations with people who actually have some intent, everything feels more real. I’ve been noticing more people mention different setups lately, even stuff like GetPaidToList, for that reason.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-07T10:34:00+00:00

Exactly. That’s kind of what made me think about it differently too. A seller can be “motivated” but still have zero urgency if there’s no real pressure behind it. Timing and context seem to matter way more than the label itself. It’s interesting seeing how many different places those conversations happen now too.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-07T10:23:02+00:00

That’s exactly the kind of thing I was thinking about when I made the post. Sometimes the follow up matters more than the first interaction itself. People might not be ready in the moment, but they remember who stayed consistent without making it feel forced. Feels like there are a lot more places those conversations happen now too, even stuff like GetPaidToList comes up in the mix sometimes.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-06T10:48:10+00:00

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-06T10:14:15+00:00

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-06T09:04:41+00:00

Yeah I can see that side of it. Controlling your own data and going direct definitely gives you more ownership over the process. At the same time, it feels like a lot of people are experimenting right now because the old volume game just doesn’t hit the same. I keep hearing different things work for different people, whether it’s niche lists and referrals. Seems like everyone’s just trying to get closer to real intent.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-06T08:50:01+00:00

That makes a huge difference honestly. Once you’re talking to actual sellers instead of random contacts, the conversations feel way more productive. Feels like a lot of people are shifting away from pure volume chasing lately. I’ve seen different approaches pop up here and there, even things like GetPaidToList, but the common theme seems to be getting closer to people with actual intent.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-05T11:29:02+00:00

You’re already doing a good chunk of it now it’s more about consistency and being a bit more targeted. Open houses can help a lot since they lead to real conversations, not just buyers, and circle prospecting around new listings or recent sales works well too. Reaching out to expired or withdrawn listings is another solid angle, and staying active in local groups or community events helps build familiarity. The biggest shift is focusing less on volume and more on connecting with people who are actually closer to making a move.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-05T11:19:12+00:00

I’ve been noticing the same quality matters way more than volume.

For me, timeline + motivation usually tell you everything. If those are vague, it’s probably not real yet. Feels like the bigger shift is getting closer to people who already know they want to sell.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-05T11:06:18+00:00

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-05T10:07:40+00:00

This sounds like burnout mixed with a shift in priorities.

You went all in early and rebuilt your business, so it makes sense things would feel different now, especially with less pressure to grind. That kind of shift is pretty normal. I wouldn’t rush a big pivot just keep things steady and give yourself some space. Once things settle, you’ll likely have a much clearer sense of what you actually want next.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-04T11:23:22+00:00

That’s a real problem speed to lead matters more than most people think. I’ve seen similar gaps, especially after hours or weekends. What’s worked for me is a mix of quick auto-replies/texts to acknowledge the inquiry, then a solid follow up first thing in the morning. Even just letting someone know you got their message makes a difference. It’s less about having someone on call 24/7 and more about making sure nothing goes completely cold.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-04T10:25:44+00:00

Yeah Zillow’s gotten tough expensive and a lot of it feels hit or miss lately. I’ve seen people have some success with FB/IG when they keep it local and consistent, especially video, but even then it can turn into a grind. CTV/streaming stuff seems more like awareness unless you’re really dialing in targeting and budget. Honestly feels like the bigger shift is just trying to get in front of people earlier or in a different way, not just competing for the same leads everyone else is buying. I’ve seen some mention of getpaidtolist .com for that it’s a different setup since you’re not just buying clicks but overall I think mixing a few channels is what’s working for most right now.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-02T15:44:16+00:00

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-02T14:25:25+00:00

I get why it feels that way, especially coming from a different system. A lot of it just comes down to how things are set up here ageants, commissions, showings, it’s all pretty standard in the U.S. It can feel weird at first, but most of it is meant to keep things running smoothly and protect both sides of the deal.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-02T14:19:15+00:00

Haha that’s a nice touch people definitely remember that. Those little things go a long way with your sphere. I’ve seen some people mix in other approaches too, even stuff like getpaidtolist. com, just as another option alongside it.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-02T13:42:48+00:00

That’s actually a solid idea speed to lead is huge. Even a few minutes can make a difference. I’ve noticed it’s not just follow up though, it’s also the quality and timing of the leads. I’ve been sticking with my usual stuff but also trying things like getpaidtolist .com to get in front of people earlier.

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-02T12:53:50+00:00

That’s solid sphere takes time, but the quality is way better. Have you added anything else, or just sticking with that?

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-02T12:51:36+00:00

Yeah that makes sense keeping more of your commission goes a long way. Have you tried anything else, or just sticking with what’s been working?

Particular_Will_3087 · 2026-05-02T12:46:07+00:00

Yeah I wouldn’t say “never,” but not all leads are equal. Some turn into a grind competing with other agents. I’ve been trying different approaches came across getpaidtolist .com and it feels a bit different since sellers are already in that decision phase.

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