Agent Categories

Agent Categories in Houzez allow you to organize and group your agents into different segments. This can help visitors filter and find agents based on their specialization, role, or any other classification you choose.

For example, you might create categories such as:

• Residential Agents
• Commercial Agents
• Luxury Property Specialists
• Rental Experts

How to Add a New Agent Category

1. In the WordPress admin menu, go to Houzez → Agents.
2. Click on the Categories tab at the top of the page.
3. Fill in the category details:
   • Name – The category title as it will appear on your site.
   • Slug – The URL-friendly version of the category name (optional; auto-generated if left blank).
   • Parent Category – Select a parent category if you want to create a category hierarchy.
   • Description – (Optional) Add a short description for the category.
4. Click Add New Category to save.

Managing Agent Categories

• You can edit or delete categories from the list on the right-hand side of the Categories screen.
• Categories can be assigned to agents when creating or editing an agent profile.
• They can also be used for front-end filtering if your site's design and search form support it.

Notes:

• Categories are optional but can improve the browsing experience for users.
• Think of categories as a way to segment your agent team based on their expertise or target market.