ClearCost
ClearCost provides transparent, accurate real estate pricing, helping users make informed decisions with real-time data and area comparisons. It also offers services like chat with contract experts, real estate consultations, and lawyer assistance.
Project Contents
ClearCost addresses the lack of transparency in the real estate market, particularly concerning rental and purchase prices. The app collects and presents reliable data on property costs, allowing users to compare neighborhoods, view market trends, and gain detailed insights on real estate prices. With tools such as a cost calculator and rental contract advice, as well as professional services like chat with contract experts and legal consultations, it ensures users can make smart decisions. Additionally, ClearCost offers services like scheduling appointments with real estate consultants and phone consultations with lawyers, which also serve as the app’s revenue streams.
Problem
Many renters and buyers face a lack of transparency when it comes to real estate pricing, leading to overcharges and unfair deals. Existing platforms often fail to provide accurate real-time data, making it difficult to compare prices effectively. As a result, potential renters and buyers struggle to find fair deals. ClearCost aims to solve this issue by offering up-to-date, accurate information on real estate prices, along with professional services like legal and real estate consultation.
User Pain Points
Challenges
Difficulty finding reliable and transparent rental prices.
Lack of tools for effective comparison between neighborhoods and market trends.
Ensuring accuracy in real estate data across different areas.
Simplifying complex real estate information for users.
Solution
ClearCost collects real-time data on rental and property prices, providing users with trustworthy information. The app offers a user-friendly interface for comparing neighborhoods and viewing market trends. With a cost calculator, contract advice, and professional services like chat with experts and legal consultations, it helps users make informed decisions. This solution creates a transparent and efficient property search experience, promoting a fairer real estate market.
Key Features
Real-time data on rental and purchase prices.
Problem Solved
Provides transparent real estate prices.
Neighborhood comparison tool.
Enables comparisons between neighborhoods.
Cost calculator for additional expenses.
Displays market trends and analysis.
Contract advice, consultant appointments, and lawyer consultations.
Reduces the risk of overpaying for rent or purchases.
User Flow
Wireframes
Design Language
Typography
The San Francisco font ensures clear readability across all platforms, which is especially important for an app that provides precise information. The modern and clean style of the font complements the professional and trustworthy nature of the app.
Color Palette
The primary color (#00A99D) conveys trust and reliability, which is vital for a real estate app. The secondary color (#E5F6F5) creates a calm and clean feel, emphasizing professionalism. The attention color (#FEFCE8) highlights important alerts without being too aggressive. The chart colors, such as (#48BB78 and #3C82F6,#FFC658), provide clear distinctions between categories, making data comparisons easier.
Icons
The use of clear line icons ensures that the interface remains simple and easy to navigate, allowing users to focus on the important data without distractions.
Final Design Mockups
Home and Search Screen
The home screen welcomes users by name and allows them to choose between analyzing the buying or renting market. After selecting an option, users are directed to a detailed search screen where they can input criteria like location, property type, and price range. The app then provides real-time market data, helping users understand the current property values and trends before proceeding to a more in-depth analysis based on their specific needs.
Property Value Analysis Screen
This screen provides a detailed analysis of both rental and purchase market values based on the user's search criteria. It displays average prices for the selected area and compares them to the wider market, offering insights into trends such as yearly price changes and average time to complete transactions. A dynamic graph illustrates price fluctuations over recent months. Additionally, users have access to extra tools, including a cost calculator, contract advice, and comparison tools for neighborhoods and cities to gain a full market perspective.
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Contract Advice and Additional Costs
This screen offers valuable tips for rental agreements, covering key topics such as price trends, payment schedules, and deposit details. It helps users understand the fine print of rental contracts, making sure they are aware of their rights and obligations. The app also includes a Cost Calculator screen, where users can estimate total monthly costs, combining rent with other additional expenses like utilities, maintenance, and more. A similar screen is available for purchase agreements, ensuring users are well-informed before making decisions.
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Mortgage, Loan Comparison, and Investment Analysis Tools
This section showcases essential financial tools for users to make informed decisions about real estate. The Mortgage Calculator allows users to estimate monthly payments based on property value, down payment, and loan terms. The Loan Comparison screen provides a side-by-side view of different mortgage paths (fixed, variable, and mixed), showing detailed cost breakdowns and payment schedules. Finally, the Investment Analysis screen gives a comprehensive view of potential property investments, with projections on future value, rental income, and return on investment. These tools help users navigate the financial complexities of property ownership and investment with confidence.
Professional Guidance and Neighborhood/City Comparisons
These screens offer essential tools for informed real estate decisions. The Professional Guidance screen allows users to consult experts for personalized advice. The Neighborhood Comparison screen helps analyze different areas, comparing property values and market trends. Similarly, the City Comparison screen shows price differences and trends between cities, aiding users in choosing the best location to buy or rent.
Professional Real Estate Services
These screens showcase the range of professional services offered within the app. The Consultation Scheduling screen allows users to easily book a meeting with a real estate advisor, choosing from available times and locations. The Chat with Contract Expert screen enables users to get immediate advice on contracts and related issues through a quick messaging interface. The Document Review screen allows users to upload important property documents for expert review, ensuring all legal requirements are met before closing a deal.
ClearCost Employee Dashboard
This dashboard is designed for ClearCost employees to analyze customer data and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) in real-time. The top section provides an overview of important metrics such as active users, monthly revenue, total visitors, transactions, and new users. Below, detailed graphs showcase user metrics, revenue trends, and transaction types, helping employees understand user behavior and financial performance. The Order List section allows employees to track customer interactions, segment types, and the services used (e.g., chat, meetings, document checks). This dashboard helps the team at ClearCost optimize decision-making based on data-driven insights.
