Scheduling for Real Estate Professionals

Real estate involves juggling showings, meetings, and travel. Here's how to stay organized.

Recommended Booking Types

Buyer Consultation (45-60 min)

• Initial meeting with potential buyers

• Office, coffee shop, or virtual

• Custom questions: pre-approval status, areas, budget, timeline

Seller Listing Presentation (60-90 min)

• Pitch your services

• Usually at the property

• Buffer: 30 min before and after

Property Showing (30-60 min per property)

• Buffer: 30 min between (travel time)

• Be generous with availability

Open House Registration

• Lead capture before open houses

• Capture: working with agent?, pre-approved?, timeline?

Travel Time Considerations

Buffer by Location

Create different booking types by area:

• "Showing - Downtown" (15 min buffer)

• "Showing - Suburbs" (30 min buffer)

Calendar Blocking

Block time for:

• MLS research and property prep

• Paperwork and contracts

• Prospecting calls

Quick Tips

• Respond fast - Speed wins in hot markets

• Confirm details - Always verify appointments

• Plan routes - Group showings geographically

• Block closings - Mark closing days unavailable