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Every once in a while, a new technology pops up that grabs everyone’s attention. This is the case with HowLoud, a unique technology startup that can actually help potential homeowners determine the loudness of any home. For many people interested in buying a home, the priority is finding a place that is peaceful and quiet. With HowLoud, buyers can determine this criterion prior to signing on the dotted line. …
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The one thing that virtually every real estate agent wants is the ability to be in two places at one time. While that might seem impossible, with Quikshow, one real estate agent can post a showing and hire a different agent to show the property. Because of this innovative app, you can be in two places at once. Available for iOS users, the QuikShow app can be downloaded by visiting the App …
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If you follow any of the trends in the advertising world, the signs are pretty obvious that the traditional form of ads, whether print or more recently banner ads, is dead!First of all, what finally killed the traditional ad was a combination of factors.As print essentially died, circulation went on a death spiral and obviously so did ad results.Secondly, the new form of ad units themselves became incredibly intrusive and disruptive to the digital experience.No one liked the annoying popups or b…
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For every day that your space remains vacant, you lose money. This is why it is so important to identify the best form of advertising. Suite Deals, an interactive directory for commercial leasing, is designed specifically for professionals in commercial real estate. With this tool, you can advertise vacant space to a broad audience of both potential tenants and agents. For a nominal fee, y…
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If you are searching for a more efficient way to track and follow up on open house leads, the Spacio web-based and iOS app could be exactly what you need. As a real estate broker, you know all too well the importance of foot traffic for certain listings. At the same time, you want assurance that your agents understand the proper way to show properties. One solution entails putting novice and seasoned agents together when hosting open houses. With Spacio, you now have something else to consider. …
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Most commercial brokers don’t seem to enjoy self promoting. I get it. The thinking has been that perhaps that’s what the company’s marketing people are supposed to be doing?!?! Or maybe it’s something that feels too self promotional. But if you still think that way in 2016, you are DEAD WRONG!!!If you don’t trust me, just ask these professionals…Allen BuchananDuke LongCoy DavidsonBarbi ReuterJeremy NeuerJonathan SchultzIt’s never been easier for any real estate professional to market themselves,…
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To be successful in the real estate industry, regular leads are imperative. Obviously, there are several different methods of lead generation, but one of the most innovative opportunities comes from an on-demand platform known as Share Your Office. With this platform, browsing and finding different workspaces becomes easy, whether looking for a private room to co-working space. For starter…
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For real estate professionals working in the Bay Area, PocketList is a private marketplace where preapproved buyers connect with agents that have both pre- and off-MLS properties. Although PocketList launched late last year, its full potential is just now being realized, making this an exceptional application for agents in and around the San Francisco area. For Android and iOS users, this …
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To stay relevant in real estate marketing, sales, and closing deals, agents use multiple technology tools, websites, and plug-ins. Every day, agents bounce from one content management system, social media platform, and lead generation system to the next in an effort to find more viable clients. Between updating feed listings in MLS, sending out emails through MailChimp; sharing documents i…
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For both listing and buyer agents, Buyer Needs has proven to be a highly effective website. Because this website was designed specifically by real estate agents for real estate agents, it takes a unique approach typically not found with other sites in this arena. Ultimately, you end up with more viable information that simplifies your job while boosting your success. The Buyer Needs servic…
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