Mountain Connections Agent Lead Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is MountainConnections.com?
MountainConnections.com is the premier marketplace for individuals looking to buy or sell real estate in America’s finest mountain destinations! MountainConnections.com is helping thousands of individuals and families secure the mountain property of their dreams. MountainConnections.com’s exclusive MountainSearchtm toolset and outstanding buying tips cover many types of mountain purchases ranging from homes and land, interior decorating, furniture to architectural services. Mountain property buyers are matched to leading national and local agents/vendors who respond to their requests for quotes. For people looking to buy or vacation in the mountains, MountainConnections.com is an invaluable resource!
How will my mountain based business attract customers from MountainConnections.com? MountainConnections.com has numerous tools available for you to promote your real estate agency, community or mountain based business. With thousands of visitors to our website there is an abundance of ways for you to get noticed. We offer advertising in categories that visitors are able sort by state and county level. In these categories you are able to purchase display and banner advertising. Through our lead referral system you may also receive leads from visitors who fill out online request forms. Read more about our lead referral service below.
How does the Lead Referral Service work?
Buyers submit search requests by answering customized questions based on the property type and region where they wish to purchase. MountainConnections.com proprietary matching system identifies the agents/brokers that are the best match for the buyer's specifications. As soon as the buyer submits their request two things happen. Our system quickly presorts the agents/brokers that have requested leads in the buyer’s area of interest. These agents/vendors are notified via e-mail, that they now have fresh leads to review and work. Simultaneously, as the agents/brokers are sent the lead an e-mail is also sent directly to the buyer informing them of the agent’s identity, company information, complete contact information, and a message that the agent will be contacting them soon.
It is important to note that there is no cost to the customer to participate in this process. MountainConnections.com will determine which agents/brokers will receive the leads for each territory and in what quantities based on proven history, activity level, and many other criteria.
How does MountainConnections.com attract buyers?
MountainConnections.com uses a variety of methods to attract potential buyers to our site. Internet search engines, national/regional travel magazines, national/regional newspapers to website banner ads, are among our advertising vehicles.
The top search engines i.e., Google, Yahoo, MSN, Ask, are the first places most buyers now look to for information regarding your products and services. MountainConnections.com works hard to maintain excellent placement for the keywords or phrases that most internet searchers are asking for. Many of our techniques for top-placement have come from years of experience and testing. These techniques are held closely to our chest.
The key point is that we attract high-quality traffic to our site. Our definition of high-quality traffic are serious shoppers of mountain property resulting in buyers who are actively looking to purchase mountain real estate. We spend a great deal of time and money each year developing leads so that you don’t have to.
Let MountainConnections.com be your marketing department.
How "hot" are the leads?
Our participating partners are able to connect directly with ready-to-purchase buyers who are actively looking to buy or sell mountain real estate. And because you receive the buyer's full contact information within minutes of their search request, MountainConnections.com leads are remarkably timely.
How many leads will I receive each month?
There seems to be no rhyme or reason as to the quantities of leads that come in for any given area from month to month. Some months you will receive the maximum number of leads your plan allows within the first week. Other months you may only receive a few total. The bottom line is the leads you receive will come from individuals that are looking for mountain real estate in your market area.
How do I pay for the leads I receive?
MountainConnections.com offers a few plans for agents/brokers to choose from. The costs for each plan is based on many factors; volume of leads received/requested, team involvement, sales history, marketing contribution and more. The majority of any payment is based on back-end fees. Ask your dedicated representative for a detailed explanation.
What is MountainConnections.com’s guarantee?
MountainConnections.com guarantees that the leads you receive are: (a) submitted by an interested buyer; (b) not a competitor; (c) submitted for a product or service category you specified; (d) not from outside the service territory you specified; (e) delivered to you in two business days or less after the request was submitted.
Why am I charged an annual Account Maintenance fee?
The annual account maintenance fee helps cover the cost of setting up, maintaining and promoting your business over the year.
Can I make changes to my profile online?
You can change your profile throughout the program at anytime. You will have access through your partner webpage on MountainConnections.com to all of your profile information, billing information, address, etc. You have total control and can make changes at anytime.
How many other brokers/agents will receive the lead?
We have conducted hundreds of interviews and our buyers have told us in order to make an educated purchasing decision, they would like to receive somewhere between 2 to 3 quote responses. We are building our partner network based on this information so that buyers are not overwhelmed with phone calls and our agents/brokers have fair opportunities.
What if my desired territory is not available?
Not all of our market territories will be available as we limit the number of partners per county and or geographical area. To register for other areas, be placed on a waiting list, or suggest a new zone, please send us an e-mail to: agentleadprogram@mountainconnections.com . An Account Manager will get back to you with an answer.
I'm ready... How do I sign up?
Signing up with MountainConnections.com is not difficult, but does require a few steps. The first requires a completed application submitted by the interested broker/agent. The next step will be for MountainConnections.com to conduct a phone interview with the applicant and then with the applicant's BIC. Any applicant will need to have BIC approval as we will need the cooperation of the BIC for verifying sales activity, completed transactions and more. After the applicant has been approved we will determine which marketing plan best fits their budget and what level of commitment we/they are comfortable with.
What are the main terms & conditions?
• The minimum length of the program is one (1) year.
• The agent/broker is responsible for associated marketing and back-end fees.
• There is an annual account maintenance fee.
Like to sign up or find out more?
Contact MountainConnections.com at (800) 704-4598, or email us at agentleadprogram@mountainconnections.com .
