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How to train and build a conversational AI in just 10 minutes (step-by-step guide)

Building an AI once seemed like something only tech giants could do. But with the right tools, it is surprisingly simple and fast. In less than 10 minutes, Samantha McLean created a conversational AI that could understand, respond, and even help with real estate tasks.

Most real estate professionals face a common problem: there aren’t enough hours in the day to answer every client question, explain complex property details, or provide market updates to everyone who needs them.

You might repeatedly explain the same concepts about mortgage rates, property taxes, or local market conditions.

Meanwhile, potential leads want answers at 10 PM when you’re having dinner with your family – and they usually want them fast.

ElevenLabs has introduced a solution that might interest you – AI-powered conversation agents that can speak in your voice and handle many of these repetitive tasks.

I tested this technology, creating an agent trained on my real estate leadership article in about 10 minutes.

The agent, which I named Agent Samurai (get it?! ๐Ÿ˜‰), now chats with readers and answers their questions about the content.

If you like, you can play with it here.

When you click on the article, youโ€™ll see a widget with a question; click on that, choose your language, accept the terms and conditions, and start chatting.

Thatโ€™s it.

When you jump on, notice how quickly it responds – so different from what it used to be.

Why this matters for estate agents

Consider how much time you spend answering basic questions about properties or market conditions.

These AI agents can take some of the load off by:

  • Provide 24/7 support on your website, answer common questions about listings, neighbourhoods, and market trends (with automation to alert you to get in touch with them!)
  • Explaining complex topics like mortgage requirements or property tax calculations
  • Offering multilingual support for international buyers and sellers
  • Guiding potential clients through initial property searches
  • Legislation and legislation changes.

If youโ€™re stuck for ideas on how to use this, here are several other ways you could put it into action:

Property Listings Support 

The agent can answer detailed questions about any property listing, from room dimensions to school districts.

Potential buyers can ask about specific features, recent renovations, or neighbourhood amenities at any time.

Market Analysis Assistant 

Create an agent trained on your market reports and local property data. It can explain market trends, price changes, and investment opportunities to interested clients.

First-Time Buyer Guide 

Develop an agent that walks first-time buyers through the entire purchase process, explaining each step, required documents, and common pitfalls to avoid.

Investment Property Advisor 

Train an agent to help investors understand potential returns, rental market conditions, and property management requirements in your area.

Getting Started with AI Agents

Based on my experience creating Agent Samurai, here’s what you need to consider:

Content Preparation Start with your existing content – market reports, property descriptions, or educational materials. The agent will use this information to answer questions accurately.

Voice Selection You can either use your own voice like I have (which requires some voice samples) or choose from available voice options. This helps maintain a personal touch in automated interactions.

Integration Planning Think about where the agent will be most useful – your website, social media, or even in email responses. The agent should complement your existing communication channels.

*This article was originally published by AI Powered Agents and can be read in fullย here.

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Samantha McLean

Samantha McLean is the Co-founder and Managing Editor of Elite Agent, Australia's trusted platform for real estate news, insights, and community connection. With over 20 years in sales and marketing across respected global companies, Samantha brings practical expertise and thoughtful leadership to the industry. Since founding Elite Agent, Samantha has grown the brand from a magazine into a dynamic media hub that includes the Elevate podcast, daily newsletters, and engaging industry events. Her approachable style and genuine curiosity have earned Elite Agent recognition, including multiple Mumbrella awards for excellence. Samantha is passionate about exploring how technology, especially artificial intelligence, can improve productivity and client relationships without losing the essential human touch. She regularly discusses these topics with industry experts on the Elevate podcast. She holds a Bachelor of Business from the University of Technology Sydney. Connect with Samantha at Elite Agent or aipoweredagents.com or visit her personal website samanthamclean.com.