Introduction
Lockbox Realty, a Cleveland-based real estate agency owned and operated by a husband-and-wife duo, specializes in serving Northern Ohio homebuyers and sellers. When they approached me, they needed a modern and professional website that balanced aesthetic appeal with practical functionality. Given the challenges and costs of working with an MLS service, the project required innovative solutions to deliver a feature-rich, user-friendly website on a tight two-week timeline.
Challenges
This specific projects came with some challenges:
No MLS Provider Support: The client’s MLS provider, the sole service available in their area, lacked any technical support, presenting a massive challenge.
Low Operational Costs: Ensuring the website would remain cost-effective in the long run.
Tight Deadline: Completing a polished product within just two weeks.
Key Features
The final Lockbox Realty website met all the client’s requirements:
MLS Integration: A fully functional map search tool that enables users to find homes seamlessly.
Built-In Mortgage Calculator: A practical feature that empowers users to estimate mortgage costs directly.
Contact Us: The true value of a website lies in its ability to convert visitors into customers. I made sure to incorporate a user-friendly contact form to streamline communication and enhance accessibility.
The Lockbox Realty website now serves as a professional, user-friendly hub for potential buyers and sellers in Northern Ohio. Its clean design, practical tools, and seamless MLS integration position Lockbox Realty as a trusted and approachable partner in the local real estate market.
