The HomeBuzz breaks the mold of traditional real estate, blending support, education, and peer-to-peer transaction opportunities through its engaging online community. Homeowners, renters, buyers and sellers can join The HomeBuzz platform to access tools and resources that support all aspects of home ownership: 1) education through our detailed Buyer and Seller Journeys™ (with opportunities for ala carte services that support the home buying and selling process); 2) connection through our proprietary algorithmic matching system linking unique Buyer-generated HomeWish Lists™ with Seller home profiles in our Buyer-Seller Rolodex™ system; 3) community through our Buzz Forum Boards™ where community members can seek advice and support 24/7; and 4) resources through our Vendor Vault™ and Real Estate Pro Network, providing access to professionals to assist with every step of owning, buying and selling a home.

Create an account by visiting our home page and clicking in the top right corner on "Log In" to access the registration page. Once there, click on "sign up", then follow the prompts to enter your details and set up your profile.

The HomeBuzz platform offers several distinctive features designed to support buyers in their home purchasing journey: Education: Our comprehensive Buyer Journeys™ provide in-depth guidance tailored to the home buying process. This includes options for a la carte services to assist buyers at every stage, ensuring a smooth and informed experience. Connection: Buyers can create personalized HomeWish Lists™ which are matched through our proprietary algorithm with suitable seller home profiles in our Buyer-Seller Rolodex™. This unique system facilitates efficient and effective connections between buyers and potential homes. Community: Our Buzz Forum Boards™ offer a vibrant community space where buyers can seek advice and exchange support with other community members around the clock. Resources: Access to our Vendor Vault™ and Real Estate Pro Network connects buyers with trusted professionals and services, providing essential support for all aspects of the home buying process.

The HomeBuzz platform provides a range of tailored features designed to support sellers in their home selling journey: Education: Our detailed Seller Journeys™ offer comprehensive guidance specifically crafted for the home selling process. This includes options for a la carte services that help sellers at every stage, from listing to closing, ensuring an informed and streamlined experience. Connection: Through our proprietary algorithmic system, seller home profiles are linked with buyer-generated HomeWish Lists™ in our Buyer-Seller Rolodex™. This innovative matching helps sellers find the right buyers efficiently, maximizing the potential for a successful sale. Community: Our Buzz Forum Boards™ provide sellers with a platform to seek advice and share experiences with a community of peers, available 24/7. Resources: Access to our Vendor Vault™ and Real Estate Pro Network offers sellers connections to top-tier professionals who can assist with various aspects of selling a home, from staging and repairs to legal and marketing services.

Create your personal HomeWish™ List through the online form, specifying your preferred location(s), size, features, and more to shape your ideal home profile. Once submitted, it will become part of our searchable online database. Our proprietary algorithmic matching system will also link your unique HomeWish™ Lists with Off-Market Seller Home Profiles in our Buyer-Seller Rolodex™ system. You may make multiple HomeWish Lists for different locations and/or property features. You may choose to be very detailed for a more tailored profile, or more general to pick up more potential matches.

The Vendor Vault™ is an exclusive feature of The HomeBuzz platform that provides access to a curated list of professionals and service providers in the real estate industry. Whether you need a home inspector, a repair contractor, or a real estate lawyer, the Vendor Vault has you covered with experts ready to assist you. To join the Vendor Vault, simply sign up as a member of The HomeBuzz platform. Once registered, you can access the Vendor Vault by clicking on "Find a Pro" on the menu bar. Once inside the Vendor Vault, you can browse vendors by specialty and location, view detailed profiles, and connect directly with professionals to help you with your specific needs.

Vendors are welcome to participate in the Vendor Vault of The HomeBuzz platform by paying a small yearly fee. Our goal is to make the platform accessible to a diverse range of service providers, from large contractors to smaller, local 'mom-and-pop' shops, which is why we've kept the barrier to entry low. The Vendor Vault serves as a searchable database of real estate-related professionals. Please note, however, that we do not conduct background checks or vet vendors for safety purposes or quality of work. We encourage all users to proceed with caution and perform their own due diligence when engaging with any vendor or real estate professional listed on our platform. When vetting a professional, you may want to check their online reviews, request references, and inquire about whether they conduct background checks on their staff. As a new platform, we do not yet have user-generated reviews for vendors and real estate professionals, but we plan to introduce this feature in the future to provide additional context and enhance user experiences with individual vendors.

At The HomeBuzz, we strive to maintain a trustworthy and secure platform for all users. However, similar to a classified ad in a newspaper, the property listings on our platform, including all off-market seller profiles and Buyer HomeWish listings, are generated by users. Therefore, we cannot independently verify the accuracy of all information provided in these listings. To enhance the reliability of our listings, we require a photo ID from sellers when they upload a property listing. This helps ensure that the individual is indeed the homeowner and has a genuine intent to sell the property. Additionally, we conduct cross-checks with publicly available data to further validate listing details. Despite these efforts, we encourage our users to exercise discretion and caution when interacting with other participants on the platform. It is important for users to perform their own due diligence and verify information to their satisfaction as The HomeBuzz does not warrant or represent the accuracy of any user-generated content that appears on the platform.

The HomeBuzz does not provide legal or financial advice. Our platform offers insights and information intended to guide you through the general steps and considerations involved in buying and selling homes. This content is purely informational and reflects our understanding of the processes specific to the metro Chicago area of Illinois, which is recognized as an attorney state for real estate transactions. Given that real estate transactions are complex and highly regulated, with legal requirements varying significantly by state and region, it's essential to consult with qualified professionals. We strongly recommend that anyone engaged in buying or selling a home seek the expertise of an attorney or a licensed real estate agent. These professionals can provide tailored advice and ensure that all legal standards are met. For those looking to connect with legal, licensed real estate agents, or financial professionals, our Vendor Vault is an excellent resource. Here, you can research and reach out to professionals in your area who can assist with the specifics of your real estate needs.

Creating an account on The HomeBuzz and accessing our basic features is completely free of charge. This allows you to explore what our platform has to offer at no cost. For those interested in utilizing more comprehensive tools, we offer premium features through a monthly subscription. This subscription includes access to our detailed Buyer-Seller Journeys and our Buyer-Seller Rolodex, as well as other resources, which are designed to enhance your buying or selling experience. While Buyer HomeWish lists are included as part of the premium subscription, there is a small additional fee for posting seller off-market profiles. This fee covers the processing involved in setting up these listings, and also helps ensure that only legitimate homeowners with genuine intentions to sell spend the money to create an off-market home listing. We aim to keep our pricing structure simple and transparent, allowing both buyers and sellers to choose the level of service that best suits their needs.

We do not sell our user data or contact information with any other third party. As an early-stage startup currently in the development phase, The HomeBuzz platform is built on Wix, alongside various third-party software integrated within the Wix platform. Consequently, we rely upon Wix's robust privacy and security protocols to protect the personal information you share with us. Wix has implemented several security measures, including physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards. Key features include HTTPS secure access to most areas of our services, SSL/TLS encryption for the transmission of sensitive payment information through designated purchase forms, and compliance with PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards). You may review more information about Wix's security features here. Despite these protective measures, it's important to note that no system can guarantee absolute security of personal information. We cannot fully ensure the security of personal information or any other data you upload, publish, or share with our platform, Wix or others. Therefore, we encourage users to create strong passwords for their accounts, avoid sharing sensitive personal information that could cause substantial harm if disclosed, and exercise caution in less secure areas of our services, such as non-SSL pages. For secure communications, it's advisable to avoid email and instant messaging, as these are not recognized as secure methods by industry standards. Wix continually monitors its systems for potential vulnerabilities and attacks and regularly seek new ways and third-party services to further enhance the security of its platform.

Customer support is available via email at info@thehomebuzz.com, phone at xxx-xxx-xxxx, and live chat on our website.

The HomeBuzz is designed to work on both desktop and mobile. In the future, we plan to add a dedicated HomeBuzz app for users.

Feedback can be submitted through our website contact form or directly via the feedback option in your user profile.

At The HomeBuzz, we have set up searchable databases that cover residential properties. Our platform accepts HomeWish Lists profiles and Off-Market Seller Profiles intended for the purchase or sale of residential homes, including vacant land, condos, townhomes, and single-family homes. Currently, we do not handle commercial properties or rentals, but we hope to expand to include these categories in the future. Our aim is to grow into a comprehensive platform that supports a wide range of real estate needs.

At this time, please email us at info@thehomebuzz.com to update your property listing.

While several popular online real estate platforms, such as Zillow, Redfin, and national brokerage portals, primarily focus on properties listed by sellers and generate revenue through traditional commission models, The HomeBuzz takes a different approach. As a subscription-based platform, we emphasize flexible a la carte options that allow users to customize their experience according to their specific needs. Unlike traditional platforms, The HomeBuzz fosters a peer-to-peer transaction environment and offers unique learning opportunities. This approach not only democratizes the process of buying and selling homes but also enhances user engagement by providing tools and resources that empower users to manage their real estate transactions more directly and knowledgeably. By joining The HomeBuzz, users gain access to an innovative platform that prioritizes direct interaction and personalized real estate solutions, making it a first of its kind in the industry.

Becoming a vendor or real estate professional on The HomeBuzz platform is a straightforward process designed to ensure the legitimacy and quality of our network. To join, you will need to provide a photo ID during the registration process to verify your identity and qualifications. Additionally, real estate professionals are required to pay a low yearly subscription fee, which grants access to our platform’s full suite of features. We are committed to maintaining high standards on our platform; hence, we will incorporate user-generated reviews to help ensure the quality and reliability of the services offered by our vendors and professionals. This not only helps our users make informed decisions but also supports the integrity and trustworthiness of our community. To get started, simply visit our registration page, complete the necessary forms, and submit your photo ID along with the subscription fee if applicable. We look forward to welcoming you to The HomeBuzz community!