The Hard Truth About Zillow: Use It, But Don't Get Used

The Hard Truth About Zillow: Use It, But Don't Get Used

16:17 Aug 7, 2025
About this episode
Midnight Zillow scrolling? Wine in hand? Don’t click that “Schedule a Tour” button just yet.In this episode, Steph Douglass breaks down why Zillow and open houses—while fun and full of vibes—are also traps for accidentally picking your real estate agent like you’re picking a pizza delivery driver.Learn how these systems work, what to actually look for at an open house (spoiler: it’s not the snacks), and why being intentional with your agent choice could be the difference between a strategic purchase and a regretful one.You’ll learn:How the “Schedule a Tour” button works (and who actually gets your info)What to do (and not do) at an open houseStrategic questions to ask about any home you tourWhy your agent should be a teammate, not a defaultHow to use Zillow as a tool—not a guideWhy Open House Austin gives you a full team, post-close support, and zero pressureResources mentioned:Free workshop: Sign up here – Next dates: August 26 & September 16Book a 1-on-1 call: Schedule here
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