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Best App to Find Houses for Sale

best real estate app for home buyers

In today’s digital age, finding the perfect home or property has become easier than ever, thanks to the emergence of various real estate apps. Among the multitude of options available, two platforms, Realtor.com and HAR (Houston Association of Realtors), have solidified their position as the best real estate apps in the market in our opinion.

In this blog, we will explore all the reasons why we believe Realtor.com and HAR are the top choices as far as real estate apps go!

Realtor.com Pros

Realtor.com: Realtor.com is a leading real estate app that offers a wealth of features and benefits to homebuyers, sellers, and renters. Here’s why Realtor.com stands out:

Advanced Search Filters:
Realtor.com’s advanced search filters enable users to narrow down their options based on specific criteria, such as price range, number of bedrooms, property type, and more. The map search allows you to actually draw out where you want to search for properties. This feature helps streamline the search process, saving users valuable time and effort.
Realtor.com has a commute filter, which allows you to input a location and find homes in a specific radius. This comes in handy when you are dealing with a job relocation or maybe trying to stay within a certain distance of family.
Layout and Usability:
Realtor.com is extremely user-friendly. they present information to home buyers in an easy-to-read format and the site is very simple to navigate.
Accurate and Timely Information:

One of the key strengths of Realtor.com is its commitment to providing accurate and up-to-date information. Users can rely on the app to deliver reliable data on property prices, market trends, and neighborhood statistics, allowing them to make informed decisions.

Realtor.com Cons

Although Realtor.com is one of the best apps on the market for home buyers, HAR has a couple of interesting features that in our option, make HAR a better app.

HAR Pros

HAR (Houston Association of Realtors): HAR is a real estate app that focuses primarily on the Houston, Texas area. However, its exceptional features and usability make it an unparalleled choice for homebuyers and sellers. Here’s what sets HAR apart:

Customizable Map Search Feature:
HAR also allows you to draw on the map to search for homes in a very specific location. This feature is something that is extremely useful for us and our clients!
Commute Filter:
HAR also has a commute filter. You can enter where your work, where you go to church, your children’s school, etc. to find a home in the perfect location for you!
Property Taxes:
HAR allows users to view property taxes, which is a huge advantage over their competitors. This is especially helpful for out-of-state buyers who are not familiar with Texas property tax costs.
Car Mode:

HAR has the option to use car mode, which will show you active homes you are driving by. You can also ask it to tell you about the property, for example, how many bedrooms, bathrooms, and the description of the home. This feature is another reason why HAR is at the top of our list of best apps for home buyers.

HAR Cons

We would love to see a feature where agents could collaborate with clients and see the searches of their clients. Seeing our client’s favorite homes and specific searches would be an awesome feature for HAR to add in the future.

Best Way to Find Available Homes that Fit Your Criteria

A search curated by a real estate agent surpasses all other options due to its unparalleled filtering capabilities. When clients attempt to set up their own searches, they are limited to drawing a single object on the map. Consequently, if they are exploring multiple locations, they are compelled to create multiple searches. However, with the expertise of a realtor, clients gain access to a search that seamlessly incorporates all their criteria into a single, comprehensive search.

Final Conclusion on Which Real Estate App is the Best

Realtor.com and HAR have rightfully earned their reputation as the best real estate apps available today. Whether you’re searching for property nationwide or specifically in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, these platforms provide unparalleled features, accurate information, and user-friendly interfaces.

Realtor.com’s user-friendly platform, along with HAR’s advanced search and features, make them indispensable tools for homebuyers, sellers, and renters. Although we rank HAR just a little about Realtor.com, they are both incredible apps that make finding your dream property an enjoyable and seamless experience.

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