Istockhomes User Manual

Welcome to Istockhomes—the marketplace built around the Ultimate Digital Handshake. This manual explains how to use the platform to discover, list, negotiate, buy, sell, connect, and manage digital and real-world assets.

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1. Welcome to Istockhomes

What Istockhomes Is

Istockhomes is a marketplace and social platform where people and businesses can discover, list, discuss, negotiate, and transact over a wide range of assets, services, and opportunities.

You can use Istockhomes to:

Buy and sell property, vehicles, boats, aircraft, art, domains, businesses, and other assets.
Create personal and business profiles.
Discover people, professionals, and companies.
Make offers and negotiate directly.
Use Live to offer or request real-time services.
Connect with people through Paruse.
Share and read contributions on the Wisdom Wall.
Manage listings, offers, messages, and transactions in one account.

Start here: Istockhomes Home

The Ultimate Digital Handshake

The Ultimate Digital Handshake represents the complete journey from discovery to agreement. Istockhomes brings the important parts of a transaction together:

A person or business creates a profile.
An item, service, or opportunity is listed.
Another user discovers it.
The parties communicate and negotiate.
The terms are accepted.
The transaction is completed and recorded.

The platform is designed to make the agreement clear, traceable, and easier to manage.

Buying, Selling, and Negotiating

Istockhomes supports both fixed-price and negotiated transactions. A seller may publish an asking price while allowing buyers to submit offers. Buyers and sellers can communicate before accepting final terms.

Learn more:

Istockhomes Certified and Verified

Verification helps users understand whether a person, business, listing, or professional has completed an Istockhomes verification process.

Verification does not replace your own judgment. Always review the listing, confirm the identity of the other party, and use the platform’s transaction and communication tools where available.

See: Trust, Safety, and Verification

Staying Safe on Istockhomes

Protect yourself by:

Keeping communication within Istockhomes where possible.
Reviewing profiles and transaction history.
Confirming important details before accepting an offer.
Avoiding pressure to send money outside the agreed process.
Checking ownership, condition, availability, and legal requirements.
Reporting suspicious users, listings, or messages.

2. Getting Started

Create an Account

To create an account:

Open Create an Account.
Enter your name, email address, and password.
Accept the applicable terms.
Submit the registration form.
Check your email for the verification message.

Use an email address that you can access regularly. It may be used for account recovery, notifications, and transaction updates.

Verify Your Email

After registering:

Open the verification email from Istockhomes.
Select the verification link.
Return to Istockhomes and sign in.
Complete any remaining account setup steps.

If you do not receive the email, check your spam or junk folder and confirm that the email address was entered correctly.

Complete Your Personal Profile

A complete profile helps other users understand who they are dealing with. Add:

Your name or preferred display name.
A profile photo.
Your location or general service area.
A short biography.
Relevant skills, interests, or experience.
Contact and notification preferences.

Manage your profile here: My Profile

Create a Business Profile

Businesses can create a separate business identity with information such as:

Business name.
Logo and cover image.
Description.
Address or service area.
Opening hours.
Website and social links.
Services and categories.
Verification information.

Create or manage a business profile at Businesses.

Sign In on Web, iPhone, and Android

Use the same email address and password across supported devices. Your account data, listings, offers, messages, and transactions should remain associated with the same account.

Using the Same Account Across Devices

When moving between devices:

Sign in using the same account.
Confirm that your profile name and image are correct.
Check your dashboard for current listings, offers, and messages.
Enable notifications on the device you use most often.

Do not share your password. Sign out of shared or public devices.

3. Your Dashboard

Your dashboard is the central place for managing your Istockhomes activity.

Open it here: Dashboard

Personal Dashboard

Your personal dashboard may include:

Profile information.
Saved listings.
Active listings.
Offers sent and received.
Messages.
Live settings.
Paruse activity.
Transaction history.
Account and privacy settings.

Business Dashboard

If you manage a business, your business dashboard may include:

Business profile.
Team or account access.
Business listings.
Services.
Customer messages.
Offers and transactions.
Business verification.
Performance information.

Listings

The listings area shows items, services, or opportunities you have created. From here you can:

Create a listing.
Edit a listing.
Add or remove images.
Change price or availability.
Review offers.
Pause, publish, or retire a listing.

Open My Listings.

Offers

The offers area shows negotiations connected to your listings or purchases.

Open Offers.

Messages

Messages allow users to communicate about listings, offers, services, and transactions.

Open Messages.

Transactions

The transactions area records accepted agreements and related activity.

Open Transactions.

Profile and Account Settings

Use account settings to manage:

Password.
Email address.
Notifications.
Privacy.
Connected devices.
Payment information.
Verification details.
Account closure.

Open Account Settings.

4. Creating a Listing

A listing is the page that presents an item, service, business opportunity, or other asset to potential buyers or users.

Start here: Create a Listing

Choose a Category

Select the category that most accurately describes what you are offering. The category affects how your listing appears in search and which information buyers may expect to see.

Choose from areas such as:

Homes and real estate.
Cars and vehicles.
Aircraft.
Boats and yachts.
Art.
Businesses.
Domains and websites.
Services.
Events.
Investments.
Other marketplace categories.

Add a Title and Description

Use a clear title that identifies the listing quickly. The description should explain:

What is being offered.
Its condition or current status.
Important features.
Location.
Availability.
Included and excluded items.
Known limitations.
Any relevant legal or ownership information.

Avoid misleading claims or information that cannot be verified.

Add Photos

Use clear, accurate images. Include:

A primary image.
Different angles.
Important features.
Any damage or defects.
Supporting documents where appropriate, without exposing private information.

Only upload images that you own or have permission to use.

Set the Location

Enter the relevant location or service area. For privacy-sensitive listings, consider whether an exact address should be displayed publicly.

Location information should be accurate enough for a buyer to understand the opportunity without unnecessarily exposing private details.

Set the Asking Price

Enter the price and currency. Explain whether the price is:

Fixed.
Negotiable.
A starting price.
Per unit.
Per hour.
Per minute.
A lease or rental price.
Subject to additional costs.

Allow Negotiation

If negotiation is enabled, buyers may submit offers through Istockhomes. Decide in advance:

Your minimum acceptable price.
Whether you will accept counteroffers.
Whether the listing will remain active during negotiation.
Which terms are negotiable.
Whether deposits or additional conditions apply.

Publish the Listing

Before publishing, review:

Title.
Description.
Images.
Category.
Location.
Price.
Availability.
Negotiation settings.
Contact and transaction instructions.

Select Publish when the listing is ready.

Edit or Retire a Listing

You can edit a listing when information changes. Retire or pause it when:

The item has sold.
The service is unavailable.
The listing is no longer accurate.
You do not want to receive new offers.

Existing accepted transactions should be managed through the transaction process rather than simply deleting the listing.

5. Finding Things

Browse

Browse listings by category, location, price, and other available filters.

Open Browse.

Search

Use search to find:

Listings.
People.
Businesses.
Services.
Categories.
Locations.
Digital assets.

Open Search.

Use specific terms and refine the results with filters.

Maps

Maps help you discover listings, businesses, and opportunities by location.

Open Maps.

Location results may be approximate where privacy protection applies.

Businesses

Find companies, professionals, and service providers through the business directory.

Open Business Directory.

Review the business profile, services, location, contact options, and verification information before proceeding.

Profiles

Profiles help you understand who created a listing or offer.

Open Profiles.

Review:

Profile history.
Verification status.
Business associations.
Listings.
Reviews or available activity.
Communication details.

Discovering Listings Near You

Use location filters or maps to find nearby opportunities. Do not assume that proximity guarantees availability, ownership, or suitability. Confirm all important details with the listing owner.

6. Offers and Negotiations

Make an Offer

To make an offer:

Open the listing.
Review the description, price, and terms.
Select Make an Offer.
Enter your proposed price.
Add any conditions or message.
Review the offer.
Submit it.

Only submit an offer when you understand what you are proposing.

Receive an Offer

When someone makes an offer on your listing, review:

Proposed price.
Conditions.
Timing.
Delivery or fulfillment requirements.
Payment expectations.
Any attached message or documents.

You can accept, reject, or counter the offer.

Counteroffer

A counteroffer changes one or more proposed terms. Clearly state what has changed, such as:

Price.
Quantity.
Completion date.
Delivery method.
Included services.
Payment schedule.

Accept

Before accepting, confirm that:

The price is correct.
The parties are correct.
The item or service is clearly identified.
Conditions are understood.
Timing is realistic.
Payment and fulfillment arrangements are clear.

Select Accept only when you intend to proceed.

Reject

Reject an offer when the terms are not acceptable. You may include a short explanation, but you are not required to disclose private information.

Continue Negotiating

If neither party is ready to accept, continue using counteroffers and messages. Keep the negotiation specific and avoid relying on informal statements that are not reflected in the offer.

What Happens When an Offer Is Accepted

An accepted offer creates the basis for a transaction. Depending on the listing, the next steps may include:

Confirming the accepted terms.
Completing checkout or payment.
Providing delivery or fulfillment information.
Completing the service or transfer.
Recording completion.
Handling any applicable dispute or refund process.

Immutable Accepted Terms

Once an offer is accepted, the accepted terms should be treated as the agreed record. If the parties need to change the agreement, use the available amendment, cancellation, or new-offer process rather than silently changing the original terms.

Keep copies of important transaction information.

7. Buying and Paying

Accepted Transaction

After acceptance, open the transaction record and review:

Item or service.
Buyer and seller.
Price.
Fees.
Conditions.
Payment status.
Fulfillment status.
Important dates.

Open Transactions.

Checkout

If checkout is available:

Review the transaction.
Confirm billing and delivery information.
Select a payment method.
Review the total.
Submit payment.
Save the receipt or transaction reference.

Do not submit payment until the details are correct.

Payment Methods

Available payment methods may vary by location, transaction type, and platform availability. Use only payment methods presented through the official Istockhomes process.

Never send payment credentials through messages.

Payment Protection

Where payment protection is available, review the applicable conditions before paying. Understand:

When funds are authorized.
When funds are released.
What happens if fulfillment fails.
Which disputes are covered.
Which deadlines apply.

Delivery and Fulfillment

The buyer and seller should agree on:

Delivery method.
Collection location.
Completion date.
Required documents.
Responsibility for shipping, insurance, taxes, or transfer costs.

Mark the transaction complete only after the agreed item or service has been received or delivered.

Release of Funds

Funds may be released according to the transaction status and applicable payment rules. Do not assume that payment is final until the transaction record confirms the status.

Receipts and Transaction Records

Keep receipts, messages, accepted offers, and supporting documents. These records may be needed for accounting, support, disputes, or legal purposes.

Disputes, Refunds, and Reversals

If something goes wrong:

Contact the other party through Istockhomes.
Review the transaction terms.
Gather evidence.
Use the available dispute or support process.
Do not delete relevant messages or documents.

Refunds and reversals depend on the transaction terms, payment method, and applicable policies.

8. Selling

Creating Your Seller Identity

A strong seller identity includes:

Accurate personal or business information.
A clear profile image or logo.
Relevant experience.
Verification where available.
Complete listing information.
Reliable communication.

Receiving Offers

Monitor Offers and respond promptly. Review each offer carefully rather than accepting based only on the headline price.

Negotiating

Use clear counteroffers. Confirm all important terms in the offer record.

Completing a Transaction

After acceptance:

Review the transaction.
Complete any required verification.
Provide the item or service as described.
Update fulfillment status.
Respond to reasonable questions.
Mark the transaction complete when appropriate.

Getting Paid

Follow the payment instructions shown in the transaction. Confirm that payment has cleared before transferring ownership, access, or valuable goods unless a different arrangement is explicitly documented.

Seller Transaction History

Review completed, pending, cancelled, and disputed transactions in Transaction History.

9. Live

Live is intended for real-time interaction between users. It may be used for consultations, demonstrations, advice, appointments, or other services.

Open Live.

What Live Is

Live connects a user offering a service with another user requesting a real-time session. The service, availability, price, and session terms should be clear before the session begins.

Go Live

Before going Live:

Complete your profile.
Select the service you are offering.
Set your availability.
Choose whether sessions are free or paid.
Set the price, including any per-minute rate.
Check your camera, microphone, and internet connection.
Select Go Live.

Live Statuses

Your Live status communicates your availability:

Offline: You are not accepting Live requests.
Live: You are available for requests.
Busy: You are currently in a session or temporarily unavailable.
Appointment Only: Users must arrange a time before connecting.

Set your status accurately.

Choose the Service You Are Offering

Describe the service clearly. Include:

What you can help with.
Session length.
Price.
What the user should prepare.
What is not included.
Any professional limitations or disclaimers.

Free or Paid Sessions

If sessions are paid, explain the pricing before accepting a request. If sessions are free, users should still understand the purpose and expected duration.

Set a Price Per Minute

If per-minute pricing is available:

Enter the rate.
Confirm the currency.
Review any minimum duration or fees.
Confirm when billing begins.
Save the Live settings.

Do not advertise one price while charging another.

Receive a Live Request

Review the requester and session details before accepting. Confirm:

The requested service.
Expected duration.
Price.
Any special requirements.
Whether the session is appropriate for Live.

Accept a Session

Accept only when you are ready to begin. Once accepted, confirm the session status and any billing information shown by Istockhomes.

End a Session

End the session when:

The agreed time has finished.
The service is complete.
Either party needs to stop.
The session is no longer appropriate.

Confirm that the session has ended and review any resulting transaction record.

Use Live Across Desktop, iPhone, and Android

Use a stable internet connection and allow camera and microphone access where required. If moving between devices, end or pause the session properly before changing devices.

10. Paruse

Paruse is a discovery and connection area for finding people and profiles.

Open Paruse.

What Paruse Is

Paruse allows users to discover profiles and express interest through simple actions. It is separate from a marketplace transaction unless the users later choose to communicate or transact through another Istockhomes feature.

Discover People and Profiles

Review the information shown on each profile. Do not assume that a profile contains complete or independently verified information.

Like or Pass

Use Like when you want to express interest and Pass when you do not. Your choices may affect what appears next.

Mutual Matches

A mutual match may allow the users to communicate. A match is not an endorsement, contract, or guarantee of identity.

Messaging

Use respectful communication. Do not send spam, threats, unwanted explicit content, or requests for sensitive information.

Privacy and Location Protection

Avoid sharing your exact home address, financial information, passwords, or identity documents unless required through a secure and appropriate process.

11. Wisdom Wall

The Wisdom Wall is a place for ideas, experiences, advice, and contributions from the Istockhomes community.

Open Wisdom Wall.

Read the Wisdom Wall

Browse posts by topic or date. Treat opinions and personal experiences as individual contributions, not professional advice unless the contributor is appropriately qualified.

Submit a Post

To submit a post:

Sign in.
Open the Wisdom Wall.
Select Submit a Post.
Add a title and body.
Add an image if appropriate.
Review the content.
Submit it for consideration.

Add an Image

Only upload images you own or have permission to use. Do not include private information about another person without permission.

Contributor Information

Your contributor information may appear with the post depending on your profile and privacy settings. Review the displayed information before submitting.

Approval Process

Posts may be reviewed before publication. Content may be delayed, edited, rejected, or removed if it does not meet applicable standards.

Managing Your Contribution

Where available, use your contributor dashboard to edit, update, or request removal of a post.

12. Businesses and Professionals

Create a Business

Open Create a Business and provide accurate business information.

Business Profiles

A business profile should explain:

What the business does.
Where it operates.
How it can be contacted.
Which services it provides.
Who manages the profile.
Whether it has completed verification.

Business Directory

Use the Business Directory to discover companies and professionals by category or location.

Guilds

Guilds may group businesses or professionals around a shared trade, industry, location, or community. Review the guild’s purpose and membership information before relying on it as a recommendation.

Istockhomes Certification

Certification may indicate that a business has completed a defined Istockhomes process. Review what the certification covers and what it does not cover.

Professional Services

Professionals should clearly state:

Their service.
Qualifications or experience.
Pricing.
Availability.
Service area.
Cancellation terms.
Any required consultation or documentation.

13. Marketplace Worlds

Istockhomes organizes different types of opportunities into marketplace worlds.

Open Marketplace Categories.

Homes and Real Estate

Listings may include homes, land, rentals, commercial property, development opportunities, and related services.

Confirm ownership, legal status, planning information, inspections, financing, and professional requirements independently.

Cars and Rotudle

Vehicle listings should include accurate information about:

Make and model.
Year.
Mileage or usage.
Condition.
Ownership.
Registration.
Location.
Price.

Aircraft and KatherineAir

Aircraft listings may require detailed technical, ownership, registration, maintenance, insurance, and regulatory information. Obtain professional advice before proceeding.

Boats and Yachts

Review:

Vessel type.
Length.
Year.
Condition.
Location.
Ownership.
Registration.
Maintenance history.
Included equipment.

Art and The Gallery

Art listings should identify the artist, title, medium, dimensions, condition, provenance where available, and authenticity information.

Businesses

Business listings may include operating companies, franchises, assets, shares, or opportunities. Review financial, legal, operational, and ownership information carefully.

Domains and Websites

Digital asset listings may include domains, websites, applications, social accounts, content, and related digital properties.

Special Events

Event listings should state the date, location, access requirements, price, availability, and cancellation terms.

Investments and Other Categories

Investment-related listings may involve significant risk. Do not rely solely on a listing or message. Obtain independent financial, legal, and tax advice where appropriate.

14. Domains and Digital Assets

Open Domains and Digital Assets.

List a Domain

To list a domain:

Open the domains area.
Add the domain name.
Confirm that you have authority to list it.
Choose sale, lease, or rental terms.
Add pricing and conditions.
Provide transfer information.
Publish the listing.

Never list a domain that you do not own or control.

Import Domains by CSV

If CSV import is available:

Download or review the required template.
Add one domain per row.
Use the required column names.
Check spelling and pricing.
Upload the file.
Review the import preview.
Correct errors.
Confirm the import.

Do not include passwords, registrar credentials, or private security information in the file.

AI Domain Review

AI review may provide suggestions about naming, marketability, category, or pricing. It is an aid, not a guarantee of value, demand, legality, or saleability.

Suggested Pricing

Consider:

Comparable sales.
Length and memorability.
Keywords.
Extension.
Commercial relevance.
Existing traffic or revenue.
Trademark concerns.
Renewal costs.

Sell, Lease, or Rent

Clearly identify whether the buyer receives:

Permanent ownership.
Temporary use.
A lease.
A rental arrangement.
Website or content rights.
Additional digital assets.

Bundling Domains with Websites, Pages, Groups, or Other Digital Assets

When bundling assets, list each included component separately. Explain:

What transfers.
What remains with the seller.
Access credentials and transfer steps.
Hosting arrangements.
Content rights.
Renewal obligations.
Support or maintenance terms.

15. Using Istockhomes on Your Devices

Website

Use the website for full access to listings, dashboards, profiles, messages, offers, and transactions.

Open Istockhomes.

iPhone

Install the official iPhone app from the approved app store. Sign in with your Istockhomes account and allow only the permissions you understand and need.

Open iPhone Information.

Android

Install the official Android app from the approved app store. Check that the publisher is Istockhomes before installing.

Open Android Information.

Moving Between Devices

Before switching devices:

Save unfinished listing changes.
Confirm that offers have been submitted.
End Live sessions properly.
Check notification settings.
Sign out of devices you no longer use.

Notifications

Notifications may alert you to:

New messages.
Offers.
Counteroffers.
Accepted transactions.
Live requests.
Account or security events.

Manage notifications in Settings.

Photos and Uploads

Use supported file types and reasonable file sizes. If an upload fails:

Check your connection.
Reduce the file size.
Try another supported format.
Confirm app permissions.
Try the website or another device.

16. Trust, Safety, and Privacy

Verification

Complete verification only through official Istockhomes processes. Istockhomes will not ask you to share passwords or security codes through an unsolicited message.

Certified by Istockhomes

Certification and verification indicators should be interpreted according to the process they represent. They do not guarantee a transaction, product, service, or outcome.

Scam Prevention

Be cautious of:

Urgent payment requests.
Prices far below market value.
Requests to move immediately to another platform.
Fake support accounts.
Requests for passwords or verification codes.
Inconsistent ownership or identity information.
Pressure to bypass the transaction process.

Reporting Users or Listings

Report suspicious activity through the listing, profile, message, or support area.

Open Report and Safety Support.

Include:

The relevant profile or listing.
What happened.
Dates and times.
Screenshots or supporting evidence.
Any transaction reference.

Location Privacy

Use general locations where possible. Do not publish private addresses, access codes, travel plans, or information that could put someone at risk.

Transaction Records

Keep records of:

Accepted offers.
Messages.
Receipts.
Delivery confirmations.
Documents.
Dispute communications.

17. Troubleshooting

I Cannot Sign In

Try:

Confirming your email address.
Resetting your password.
Checking your internet connection.
Updating the app.
Trying the website.
Contacting support.

Open Sign In or Account Help.

My Verification Email Did Not Arrive

Check your spam folder, wait a few minutes, confirm your email address, and request another verification email.

My Image Will Not Upload

Check the file type, size, connection, and app permissions. Try a smaller image or another device.

My Offer Is Not Showing

Confirm that:

You are signed in to the correct account.
The offer was submitted successfully.
The listing is still active.
You are viewing the correct offers area.
The other party has not cancelled or rejected it.

I Have a Payment Problem

Do not submit repeated payments without checking the transaction status. Save any error message and contact support through the official help area.

Live Is Not Available

Check:

Your Live status.
Camera and microphone permissions.
Internet connection.
Device compatibility.
Whether you are already in another session.
Whether the service or account is eligible for Live.

Open Live Help.

Contact Istockhomes

Use the official support area for account, listing, payment, safety, and technical questions.

Open Help and Support.

18. Quick-Start Guides

I Want to Sell Something

Create an account → Verify your email → Complete your profile → Create a listing → Add details and photos → Publish → Receive an offer → Negotiate → Accept → Complete the transaction → Get paid

I Want to Buy Something

Browse listings → Search and filter → Review the listing and profile → Make an offer → Negotiate → Accept the terms → Pay through the available process → Receive the item or service → Complete the transaction

I Want to Offer My Time

Create a profile → Describe your service → Set availability → Set your price → Open Live → Select Go Live → Accept a request → Complete the session → Review the session record

I Want to Sell a Domain

Open Domains → Import or add the domain → Confirm ownership → Review AI suggestions → Set sale, lease, or rental terms → Publish → Receive offers → Negotiate → Accept → Transfer the domain → Complete the transaction → Get paid

I Want to Create a Business

Create an account → Create a business profile → Add business details → Add services and location → Complete verification where available → Publish the profile → Create listings → Respond to messages and offers

I Want to Find a Professional

Open the Business Directory → Search by service or location → Review profiles and verification → Contact the professional → Confirm scope, price, and timing → Use an offer or transaction where available

I Want to Connect with People

Open Paruse → Review profiles → Like or pass → Wait for a mutual match → Message respectfully → Protect your privacy → Use other Istockhomes features only when appropriate

I Want to Share an Idea

Open the Wisdom Wall → Select Submit a Post → Add a title and contribution → Add an image if appropriate → Review contributor information → Submit for approval → Manage the contribution after publication where available

Bradley D. Camp

Istockhomes®

Tel: 250-816-8577

https://istockhomes.com

E:mail: bradleydcamp@gmail.com

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/brad-camp-a3055b18