We tested a variety of software the last few days and ultimately decided on Livestorm, Loom, and Slack as the video and screen share apps recommended for our team. There are plenty of competitors to choose from, what’s most important is meeting the goals for each discipline.
Here are the three requirements we think real estate agents can master within a couple of days to communicate better with clients, provide valuable instruction, and collaborate with their brokerage colleagues and leadership using modern video and screen share technology.
Video calls and screen share
Video tutorials and screen share
Video meetings and screen share
1. Livestorm | Video calls and screen share
Livestorm Meet is the reliable, browser-based online meeting software for sales calls, customer trainings, and any other live video meeting online.
Use cases for real estate agents
Weekly update calls with homeowners about showings, feedback, and market activity
Sales calls with potential buyers and sellers to discuss products, services, and operations
Check-ins with cooperating agents, lenders, escrow officers and other vendors
Important product highlights
Free - The basic plan from Livestorm Meet has enough features for most agents
No downloads - Your invitees simply click on your unique meeting room link
Screen share and chat - Show each other screens, post comments and links
Resources to help get rolling
2. Loom | Video tutorials and screen share
With Loom, you can capture your screen, voice, and face and instantly share your video in less time than it would take to type an email.
Use cases for real estate agents
Record home tours and open houses and publish them privately or publicly
Demonstrate property search tools best practices and support
Show how to navigate documents and e-signature software
Important product highlights
Free - The basic plan is unlimited for a period of time and PRO is only $5/mo
Private or public - Protect videos that are only meant for a certain audience
Mobile screen share - Record tutorials on how to use apps on the phone
Resources to help get rolling
3. Slack | Video meetings and screen share
Slack replaces email inside your company. Keep conversations organized in Slack, the smart alternative to email.
Use cases for real estate agents
Meet with brokerage staff and troubleshoot contracts, software issues, and get help
Talk to colleagues or team members in private messages using video and screen share
Host masterminds or discussions with agents in a professional work environment
Important product highlights
Free - Slack is the corporate communications platform at West + Main Homes
Works on the go - No matter where you are, you can join calls on Slack apps
Video and Screen share - Start video calls and draw on each others screens