technology: Is there a 1-800-HELP for Technology Addiction? - 07/25/08 07:03 PM
For the second day I have come into the office to discover that the Internet is down. This is serious. I feel like I am on a deserted island and living my worst nightmare. Sure, I have my trusty Blackberry Curve, but it's just not the same thing! A mobile browser … (2 comments)
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technology: Finally broke down and joined Twitter - 07/25/08 03:57 PM
Somewhat ironically given my background with technology tend not to be a bleeding edge adopter. Most people I know have more electronic gadgets on them at anyone time than I have in my whole house. I sent my first text message EVER when I broke down and got an iPhone about … (15 comments)
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technology: Another Tech tip from Jessie - 07/25/08 02:47 PM
As we have a new team member - Leslie Newmans, Jessie is helping her get setup with her technology.
One thing he is helping her with is her email signatures and I thought others might benefit from this as well.
Here's his instructions:
Start Microsoft Word and go to the Tools … (0 comments)
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technology: Working in my pajamas... - 07/25/08 09:13 AM
I went to the "workshop" yesterday that was held at the Savannah Riverfront Marriott and was hosted by the folks at Realtor.com.
I must say that I was very pleased to know that I was keeping up with the times as far as marketing/technology goes. I've got a MySpace page, Facebook, … (6 comments)
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technology: Tesla - The Ultimate Electric Car - 07/24/08 10:11 AM
Tesla - Now in production, the ultimate electric car is available for order.
With the urgent focus on reducing our dependance on foreign oil, this technology is more relevant than ever before.
100% Electric / 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 125 mph / 220 miles per charge / and as little … (11 comments)
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technology: Consumer Behaviour During a Downturn - How to Adapt & Generate Business Part II - 07/23/08 05:04 PM
With fewer buyers driving around aimlessly looking at open houses and model centers, in yesterday's blog post we were trying to shed a little light on how to adapt and position yourself in front of consumers who might have a need for your services or product. The post ended by bringing up that … (0 comments)
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technology: Virtual Tours Say it All part 2 Virtual Tours in HD? - Apple and Google Technology to the rescue - 07/23/08 04:56 PM
It's going to take more than the standard thousand words...
HD video - it's official
Ok, so having experimented with various technology venues to post a great virtual tour that streams well to the highest percentages of viewers, I reached the conclusion that high definition content was pretty much out of … (0 comments)
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technology: What's New for Realtors: Flowgram - 07/23/08 01:20 AM
Flowgram is a nice presentation tool that you can use for your listings, marketing and even staff training and support.
To see my flowgram, please visit my blog
Thanks,
Mikewww.mydwelling.com
… (3 comments)
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technology: Consumer Behaviour During a Downturn - How to Adapt & Generate Business Part I - 07/22/08 07:57 PM
Having been through multiple market swings over the years, and survived, I feel incredibly optimistic that I can still grow my business even though many are saying that we are in "hard" times. No matter what business you are in, you can use this time to grow your business through different … (6 comments)
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technology: Tech Tools You Can Use for Free - 07/21/08 06:25 PM
Hello Everyone!
Here's another list of useful tools you can use for your business.Please CLICK HERE
Cheers!
Mikewww.MyDwelling.com
Relationships are far more important than accomplishments.
… (8 comments)
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technology: SEEKING ENERGY & MINING PROJECTS – 100% FINANCING - 07/21/08 11:45 AM
Funding for your Projects.
We have lenders that are looking to fund profitable projects $100 million andabove.
100% financing available. Energy, alternative energy, mining, humanitarian, environmentally friendly (green) and casino projects will be considered.
Any profitable project will be considered. No residential real estate.
Send your project’s Executive … (0 comments)
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technology: Does Your Realtor Live in the Past? - 07/20/08 01:55 PM
Technology Rules the Business World Today
Anyone who is in marketing or sales can attest to the importance of the internet. With the recent release of the new G3 iPhone, mobile browsing grows ever more powerful. Real estate transactions, however, still require a good deal of personal interaction and face-to-face … (0 comments)
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technology: A couple more social networking sites... - 07/19/08 09:54 PM
Like there aren't enough sites on the plate already.
Yoono... This is actually an add-on for FireFox. It is an organizational tool for SN (Social Networking). I need to play with it some more in order to really pass a judgement.
Plurk... Like Twitter... and updates Twitter, Facebook and other sites... … (15 comments)
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technology: Do You iGoogle? - 07/19/08 03:45 PM
In the never ending effort to centralize my information but still have it available to me anywhere I go, I have been tinkering with iGoogle. A user can log in and get a "home page" where they can have a variety of widgets, links (my favorite) and rss feeds. I also … (1 comments)
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technology: It's all about what the seller wants - or is it? It's YOUR job to EDUCATE. - 07/18/08 12:39 PM
"It's all about whatever my seller wants to hear."
Recently I've read some interesting comments in some of the blog posts about agents adopting new marketing tactics - or not adopting them for that matter.
What stands out in my mind the most is a comment that read, "It's all … (10 comments)
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technology: What's your Opinion - Software Survey for Realtors - 07/18/08 11:14 AM
My co-worker and I have been put in charge of finding better software to keep track of our team's listings, showings, contacts, calendars and to do lists.
We really hope to keep track of all the places we put on listings on the internet.
We also want to send out reports to … (1 comments)
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technology: Technology-Out with the old, in with the new - 07/17/08 08:32 PM
Technology - Out with the old, in with the new
After much research, I have replaced my 4 ½ year old Dell laptop. It was starting to do some strange things, however, I did get a lot of use from it. Now, I have the task of cleaning off the old … (11 comments)
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technology: What is the best social networking site for real estate? - 07/17/08 02:50 PM
I realize it may seem blasphemous posting this poll here at active rain, but... I'm curious which social networking site REALTORS find actually help their business the most.
Don't get me wrong active rain is great for networking, and has a ton of great information, but is there one of these … (7 comments)
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technology: Inman Connect and RE Bar Camp... IN! - 07/17/08 09:27 AM
I've said it before... I'm in. Matt, Nick and a few more of the crew from Diamond Dwellings are coming out to learn and be social. I can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to this.
I'm bringing a camera (still and video...) and 5Gs of memory... and a laptop … (10 comments)
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technology: Widgets can Jazz up your message! - 07/16/08 11:43 PM
Widgets can be a fun application to jazz up and add extra value to your blog, website, emails, and even you social network profiles on MySpace, Facebook, etc. I'm sure you have seen them, but did you know they are easy to add?
With so much attention on Gas Prices, I've selected to use … (3 comments)
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technology: Doing what I do best in real estate - 07/16/08 10:01 PM
Real estate, in my opinion, is an ever changing industry and with the internet, it seems like everything is changing really fast. I started in real estate in 2000, not as a licensed agent but as a listing and tech assistant. I have seen first hand how email and websites have both … (10 comments)
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technology: Saving Money On Office Productivity Software - 07/16/08 05:47 PM
When anyone mentions "office productivity" software, the first thing that comes to mind is Microsoft Office which dominates the market. For businesses and personal users, especially for complex financial reporting and corporate collaboration, Microsoft Office may be their only option.However, many others may be able to substitute, with no noticable loss of … (0 comments)
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technology: How to Woo a FSBO - 07/16/08 12:36 PM
"Woo - To seek the love of, usually in order to propose marriage."
If you were born after 1950, there's a good chance you've never heard that word...but it's a pretty good description of what we try to "do" with FSBOs isn't it? We want to form a mutually beneficial relationship...or … (31 comments)
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technology: Where is a 14 year old when you need one... - 07/15/08 09:35 PM
This is kind of a combination of two ideas.
Idea A
A friend of mine is looking for a new job. She had NO idea that a company interviewer might think to look at her presence on MySpace or FaceBook or another social media site. Don't worry, she doesn't have any … (9 comments)
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technology: Video Emails - Are we Ready? - 07/15/08 09:35 PM
I just had the opportunity to speak for the Women's Council of REALTORS Mega Summit in Boston over the weekend. I taught a breakout on Video in Real Estate and was asked about Video Emails. I have seen lots of products that like to spend out money and I am not … (1 comments)
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technology: Real Estate isn't necesarrily about buyers and sellers anymore... - 07/14/08 08:40 PM
Every day in the office I am constantly hearing all of the ups and downs of the real estate business. Daily I am learning of a new situation I've never encountered before. It's actually is part of what makes the real estate business so intriguing. If someone comes to me with … (3 comments)
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technology: Reduce Your Fall Out Rate- Ask Your Lender the Following Questions - 07/14/08 08:30 PM
Lender Pre Qualify and Items to Consider for Loans
Type of Loan:
Credit: Have you checked the credit report, and is it good enough for the loan you are proposing?
Yes: No:
Occupancy: Is it owner occupied or Investor? Owner: Investor:
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technology: One Blogger Left Behind - 07/14/08 04:40 PM
Do you like Webinars.... Or like for Active Rain members to know when there is a Webinar?
When I was reading Margaret Rome's blog Leaving No Blogger Behind in the Rain, which talked about a free webinar hosted by Frances Flynn Thorsen FREE Webinar -No Blogger Left Behind Breakout Session Spotlights … (15 comments)
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technology: Cell Phones - Which one do YOU use and why? - 07/14/08 01:46 PM
I am a Curve Loving Blackberry user. Many agents in my office had the Palm Treo, but they have, one by one, changed over to the BB Curve. We are a LARGE company, with 68 offices. The #4 Company in the country. Therefore, we have corporate mail, and the phones with … (7 comments)
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technology: Omnipresent... Social Networking... - 07/13/08 10:08 AM
It starts with putting yourself out there...
A few months ago, I had a post about My Social Networking Strategy (not linked as it was Member's Only). In the post, I laid out the different portals i was going to leverage for Social Networking. If you don't have a plan... you … (16 comments)
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technology: Tablet or Notebook? - 07/12/08 10:35 AM
I'm upgrading my laptop to either a notebook or a tablet pc and am looking for input from the pros in the field.
I'd love to know what helped sway your purchase decision, and what specific factors you were focusing on.
In my mind, I'd love to have the ability to … (7 comments)
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technology: Social Media Anti-Marketing... - 07/12/08 09:05 AM
This is not hard core real estate talk... it is not real estate talk AT ALL...
My wife has been an avid scrapbooker. In fact, she was a Creative Memories Consultant (dealer) for a few years. It is quite fair to say that she really enjoys scrapbooking. And it has been … (5 comments)
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technology: SEO Tools - You Should Know, about SEO - 07/12/08 03:11 AM
SEO? There are Groups, Blogs, Website Graders, those who claim they know it all, and those who confess they know nothing whatsoever about it. Both in and out of the community, many have benefited greatly from the SEO that comes from Google, Yahoo, MSN etc.
What about those who haven't a clue … (115 comments)
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technology: New appraisal inspection tool - 07/11/08 06:05 PM
During these hot months in Bakersfield I need any edge I can get to speed up my appraisal inspections without sacrificing quality. Of course with most loans going FHA these days with my clients, the inspection is a little bit slower than for a conventional loan to begin with.
Over the … (9 comments)
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technology: Investors Meeting was a Great Success! - 07/10/08 08:32 PM
I am always amazed how technology connects us with people we would not normally get to meet. For instance... this week we had our Meetup Meeting for Investors in Duluth, Alpharetta/Johns Creek and Atlanta, GA area. We had 24 professionals get together andI have to say I walked away with many … (0 comments)
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technology: Technology - 07/10/08 03:20 PM
Love it or leave it, you have to accept that there is a very good chance you will be frustrated by some form of technology today. Scanner not working, printer jammed, pages not getting to my cell phone, memory card is full, batteries are empty, GPS is outdated, laptop has a … (3 comments)
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technology: A Funny Look At Our Web 2.0 World: A Timeline To Consider - 07/10/08 02:59 PM
The following video by the Richterscales.com is a comedic look at the dot.com bust to Web 2.0 boom. This video was the Winner of the Webby Award for Viral Video!
Although it looks like a complete goof, it is a decent timeline and roll call of events and companies … (4 comments)
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technology: Technology That Us Realotrs Can't Live Without - 07/10/08 08:27 AM
As our society advances and real etate market changes, we as realtors have to adapt and keep up as fast as possible. In doing so, I have read about and used many different items that are supposed to help me keep up with the every changing world of technology.
… (4 comments)
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technology: Calling All Realtors and Brokers - Get it now or Get out... and Get Doing - 07/09/08 11:55 PM
My friend Marc Davison over at 1000watt Consulting wrote a post the other day called A House Divided that I think truly addressed the situation that we in the industry are facing right now.
"Let's not beat around the bush. There are deep issues festering in real estate. I've … (5 comments)
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technology: Technology Rules - 07/09/08 05:10 PM
I am blogging to you from my new Blackerry Curve. This is so cool! Technology today just blows my mind. This opens up all new blogging possibilities! Stay tuned. … (0 comments)
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technology: How to Dominate Your Market From a Technology Point of View - 07/09/08 04:58 PM
Are you in the passing lane on the Technology highway? The slow lane? The SHOULDER?
The cover of the latest REALTOR magazine features a charming agent with a Camcorder ...the headline? "Join The Video Revolution..Tap an audience of millions" WOW..Do YOU have an audience of millions? Would you like to know … (3 comments)
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technology: HelpTechi Geek Realtors...I'm a Techno Phob!! - 07/08/08 04:10 PM
Ok I admit it..life would be so much easier with all of the gadgets out there. I don't know why I'm so opposed to something that SHOULD make my life more simple and my lead generation more fluent.
Ok I get that I need a laptop..I"m working on that one. But … (1 comments)
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technology: Need something to help you remember ALL THOSE PASSWORDS??? - 07/08/08 02:15 PM
Try RoboForm.
If you are like me, there are times you can't remember what password you assigned to what application. Well, RoboForm will help with that and many other tasks. It's so simple, even a _____________ can do it.
Here is part of what Ed Bott writes in his Microsoft Report "My … (2 comments)
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technology: "Groundswell, winning in a world of Social Technologies" - A Book Review - 07/08/08 01:04 PM
Groundswell, winning in a world of Social Technologies
Charlene Li
If you are intrigued by the world of Social Technologies, this book is a must read. Find out how blogs, wiki's, communities, YouTube, Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and other such social technologies are changing society and how business is done. Filled … (0 comments)
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technology: How Survey Monkey Helps with Customer Service - 07/08/08 12:28 PM
I believe in excellent customer service, always have. I think it is really key to know what clients are thinking before their perceptions get out of hand. With the current climate of the "anything can happen" housing market and loan originations business, it is more critical than ever to use a … (2 comments)
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technology: HOLY BATMAN! I thought I was a Little Behind in Tech Knowledge but found out this morning I'm at least 2 years behind! - 07/08/08 09:21 AM
I just got off the phone with the most incredible person.
I come into the office early to do things w/out being interrupted. It also gives me time to go to AR and read other peoples posts. I admit I'm a newbie. AND I'm a little afraid of blogging.
This … (38 comments)
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technology: Technology, Helpful Tools & Tips that help Realtors Save Time - 07/08/08 12:37 AM
Technology can be incredible but it can take time to learn the new technology, bythe time you master it - guess what? It upgrades and changes. For instance... I amone of those Brokers/Realtors who Purchased Top Producer when it first came out.Version 5.0... 6.0 6.i..7..7i.. and now it's 8i. When I … (3 comments)
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technology: Teasing and hinting and everything but saying... - 07/08/08 12:02 AM
I joined Diamond Dwellings Realty today. Matt Fagioli and Diamond Dwellings are a finalist for the Inman Innovators Award for a Brokerage or Franchise. Pretty cool.
After talking with Matt over the last few weeks, he has gotten me incredibly excited about the possibilities for this brokerage model. It is designed … (4 comments)
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technology: Trick to Transferring Documents Electronically...Easy Tech Tip - 07/07/08 08:56 PM
Save any Document as a PDF File for Transfer...this Tech Tip may help.
Ever need to transfer a document electronically and want it to look like the printed version? Well, you will need to have it formatted as a .PDF file.
Quick Tip:
What are .PDF documents?
.PDF stands for Portable … (8 comments)
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technology: Flip Video or Vado --- samples/links of videos, please? - 07/07/08 05:05 PM
I am not an early adaptor to technology, but neither am I techno-phobic.
As such, it is now decision-making time: to buy a Flip Video or Vado?
Without scouring thousands of posts, can those of you who have shot videos for posting on youtube, using either of these video cameras, provide … (4 comments)
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technology: Contracts and tablet notebooks are a match! - 07/06/08 10:42 PM
I recently read an article about an agent who uses a tablet notebook for all of her contracts. I loved the idea of going paperless. So, I purchased an IBM Lenovo Tablet. I searched Yahoo and found a compatible program, Technologic. Their software is called Dashboard. Dashboard cost approximately … (3 comments)
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technology: Some Comments from the RealComm conference - 07/06/08 07:45 PM
Realcomm is a name that everybody interested in the juncture between Technology and Real Estate needs to know. This week in San Diego, Nahz, Collette Kyro, and I --as well as Mark Bollozos and Jason Berry, colleagues from our Bay Area offices --attended the 10th Annual Realcomm Conference. The 5 of … (5 comments)
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technology: Technology/What Was the Most Important Invention? - 07/06/08 12:43 PM
Technology has increased the quality of life for many people, although, unfortunately, there are still places in the world where people suffer because of the lack of technology.
There are five inventions set forth below, listed in random order. Which of these was the most important to humankind, the next most important, etc. The most Important should be set … (1 comments)
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technology: Google Maps Area Calculator - My First Blog Post! - 07/06/08 01:04 AM
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I came across a fun little tool while messing around with Google Maps "My Maps" Feature a few months back and thought I would share it with everyone.
If you have ever wondered how … (6 comments)
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technology: Embrace the change... - 07/05/08 11:39 PM
Embrace change...
I was looking for the clip in Wayne's World where Rob Lowe's character asks Garth (Dana Carvey) what he thinks of the changes to Wayne's World as it goes corporate. In the clip, Garth replies to Rob Lowe, "Change? We fear change." I see that as all too … (7 comments)
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technology: Real Estate and Restaurants... - 07/05/08 05:10 PM
Does it seem odd to compare the disparate industries?
Real Estate and Restaurants...
It is actually more of a contrast... There is something that the real estate industry, from the giant franchises all of the way down to hyper-local "Mom and Pop" shops, could learn. And it comes from all sorts … (12 comments)
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technology: Online Article - Social-networking sites: the complete guide - 07/05/08 04:21 PM
In need of Social-Networking information:
Here is a link to an intereting online article PC Advisor offered on the best Social-Netorking sites on the web; http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/news/index.cfm?newsid=13251&pn=1.
Explore such sites as MySpace, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter.
In addition they discuss Special-interest sites, Taste-based Networks, Mobile-social networking, media sharing sites & more. Wow...can there really … (5 comments)
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technology: Support Our Troops...Check out emailourmilitary.com - 07/05/08 03:14 PM
4th of July Weekend...We live in the greatest country in the World...God Bless the U.S.A.
Here is a great service for us to show our support to those who sacrifice so much, our military. Get linked to an individual to show support and offer words of encouragement. No matter what … (2 comments)
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technology: Changing Brokerages? Focus? Just Keeping Up? - 07/05/08 02:45 PM
If you are, you might not have thought about something that is VERY important... Social media and online ads... the old ones.
That's right. I sat down and started looking at everywhere I had promoted myself... and the list started to get long. And when I ran a search in Google, … (10 comments)
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technology: Point2Agent, Is This Listing Marketing Syndication Service Worth It? - 07/05/08 02:38 PM
Point2Agent vs. Postlets
I'm open to discussion on this, but want to share what I have found as I have researched tools to better market my listings to sell and to win more listings.
During my research, I came across a website http://agent.point2.com/, which will syndicate your listings to several websites for … (4 comments)
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technology: Postlets...FREE Marketing 4 Your Listings & More - 07/05/08 02:03 PM
Postlets, Cliff Notes Version
I know there has been several posts about www.postlets.com, but if you have overlooked it before, haven't incorporated it into your marketing, or possibly not aware of, it's time to take advantage of what is offered. Why?
1st, it's FREE, FREE, FREE!!!
Market your listings professionally to … (4 comments)
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technology: Some new real estate marketing technology to get excited about! Text messaging to sell a home! - 07/05/08 12:27 AM
Last week Prudential Realty announced that they signed an exclusive deal with a company called Wham Mobile which allows potential home buyers the ability to pull up in front of a real estate sign and send themselves a text message with all the information about the home. This is such a … (0 comments)
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technology: Mission Impossible? - 07/04/08 11:43 PM
Mr. Bailey, you did a pretty fair job creating a listing blog for a listing that was almost $1m.
So now we have a challenge for you...
Your mission, should you decide to accepti it is to take a more normal priced property... priced under $200k, and create a … (10 comments)
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technology: My 200th Post........Trials of Changing Internet Browsers to Firefox - 07/04/08 02:08 PM
Some days I just feel old, but thankfully most days I have a lot of energy, and am willing to learn new things. Trying them, on the other hand takes a lot of trust, and knowing that there is a learning curve, which of course for me means frustration, causes indecision. … (47 comments)
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technology: Nice Tool You Can Add to Your Website for Free - 07/04/08 11:26 AM
Want to make your visitors keep coming back and stay longer on your website?
Why not offer job listings too? It's a great public service that will cost you nothing.
It even pays you extra cash!
For another great marketing tip, plase CLICK HERE
… (3 comments)
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technology: Reflections on Our Profession and Technology - 07/04/08 10:57 AM
It is Independence Day, and I get to enjoy the scenery in beautiful Purgatory, Colorado. I worked like a dog on my aircard during the drive here, and the last day and a half of our stay, never failing to get in touch with important business, making sure things stayed on … (0 comments)
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technology: How to be A Techie Without Paying for Gas - 07/04/08 09:49 AM
Take your computer skills to the next level without driving!
For more info, please visit my BLOG
It's a great way to spend your spare time!
… (3 comments)
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technology: Are you trying to cut your marketing costs? - 07/04/08 09:21 AM
The internet is the world of the free!
To help our fellow real estate professionals reduce their marketing expenses, MyDwelling.com provides an additional source of free leads. At this fast-changing market. the extra exposure surely helps!
To advertise for free, please CLICK HERE
Build strong relationships with your peers and clients while … (6 comments)
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technology: The 4th! - 07/03/08 07:35 PM
Happy 4th of July
Be safe.....
Have fun....
Be present....
Be grateful.....
I hope something lucky happens this weekend for each of you :)
Peace
Drew Burks
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technology: How to Install YOUR FEEDJIT WIDGET! - 07/02/08 11:04 PM
How to Install
YOUR FEEDJIT WIDGET!
FEEDJIT,
a live traffic feed that displays statistics in real-time, right on
your blog is a cinch to load! The information
that is provided gives you a better perspective as to where your
visitors have arrived from, such as:
The city and country from … (17 comments)
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technology: MyDwelling.com meets Trulia - 07/02/08 08:50 AM
mydwelling.com meets Trulia
mydwelling.com, a young social and referral network dedicated to the real estate community has added free Home Search, another very useful feature.
Members and non-members can now search for properties across the United States, courtesy of Trulia and the Trulia Publisher Platform. As an added bonus, search results … (4 comments)
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technology: Maryland AAA Reports Traveling Is "Fizzling" - Could this Help Our Industry? - 07/01/08 07:32 PM
The Maryland AAA reports that traveling is on the decrease due to the increase in fuel prices and many people are opting not to travel this 4th of July holiday.
This cutback in traveling will find property owners spending more leisure time in their … (2 comments)
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technology: The Voyage-er is better... - 07/01/08 05:02 PM
Yanno, you can live on a laptop. Or at least near a laptop. A little tiny palm tree, drink with umbrella, bowl of snacks and a dinghy nearby while your toes rub the warm sand, and it could be daaaays before you lift your head from the heady environs of Twitter, … (5 comments)
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technology: Active Rain Member Camille O'Donnell - Fabulous Technology Instructor - 07/01/08 12:52 PM
I recently took a technology class that was taught by one of our own, Camille O'Donnell. Camille is the featured member in Queen Anne County, Maryland. She is an excellent instructor and her class is packed with information and tools we need to be using in our real estate practices.
In … (4 comments)
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technology: HANDS-ON TECHNOLOGY TRAINING! LAKE WORTH, FLORIDA! CLASSES START NEXT WEEK! - 07/01/08 08:43 AM
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technology: Digital Photography: Careless Power for the Masses - 06/30/08 06:20 PM
Good June to you, or as we say on Schrute Farms: Guttenjuni!
There is a topic I've been meaning to bring up and this appears to be the appropriate time. I have noticed many more people taking photographs of things now that the true start of summer is nearly … (2 comments)
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technology: Podcamp Ohio June 2008 - 06/30/08 03:24 PM
www.podcampohio.com - I went expecting a lot and came away with more than expected. Registered early so as to get a Tshirt, I put a badge on my web site (see sidebar), stuck a sticker on my car window (I felt soooo 60's!!). Hungry for more information on Social and … (4 comments)
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technology: Shouldn't Professionals return Calls Faster With All This Technology? - 06/30/08 02:06 PM
For some, there are 2 kinds of people in business. Those that return phone calls and those who don't. Most people carry a cell phone, PDA, laptop, GPS and an IPOD. Yet, only half of the people I know actually return calls within a reasonable amount of time. Does all … (1 comments)
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technology: James Bond meets bluetooth technology - 06/30/08 09:23 AM
Sony Ericsson, in partnership with Fossil, has developed a brilliant wristwatch which does far more than tell the time.
The Bluetooth Watch MBW-100 is a classic premium analog timepiece with built-in wireless call handling and phone music player control.
Set in stainless steel and scratch-resistant mineral crystal, the MBW-100 dispaly shows caller ID … (6 comments)
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technology: Do you? Could you? Would you use a Mac? - 06/30/08 01:53 AM
Okay, the secret’s out: I am a Mac fanatic. I know what you are saying: “oh, no, not one of those“. My household possesses a Mac tower, an iMac, a MacBook Pro, and a MacBook. I use an iPhone and we have two other (older) iPods. My five year old … (10 comments)
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technology: California, How will you answer your Ringy Dingy's July 1st? - 06/29/08 05:09 AM
In just a few days the new cellular phone law goes into effect in California. Anyone driving in California will need to use a hand free device when driving a car or you will be fined.
I think it is a great law and long past due. However, as a professional … (11 comments)
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technology: What Tech Gadgets Can You Not Live Without? - 06/29/08 12:36 AM
I am preparing a post about the top 10 tech gadgets that I feel I could not live without. Okay, I could live without them, but I would rather not because they make my life and job as a real estate professional so much easier. I know what my favorites are, … (14 comments)
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technology: Which is the best Internet Browser? - 06/28/08 06:54 PM
I currently use IE7 and have always used IE. However, my web designer constantly tells me that Firefox is much better and encourages me to stop using IE. I must admit that IE7 does seem to crash frequently, but Firefox is taking some getting used to.
Any feedback or tips would … (2 comments)
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technology: Tech update? hhmmmm... - 06/28/08 01:52 PM
To all of you brilliant technologically savvy minds out there, I was reading in the recent issue of REALTOR magazine about the video revolution, and I am totally (or nearly) unskilled in this area. Can somebody please help me?!
The article was pitching the benefits of video as a form of advertising, … (0 comments)
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technology: Technology, Is It A Good Thing or a Bad Thing? - 06/28/08 11:54 AM
Sacramento saw a Realtor and several unlicensed mortgage lenders picked up by the FBI this week for fraud.
Don't let your guard down, there's plenty more out there.
Real Estate fraud is alive and well gathering more victims each day.
Just this past week, as I had my ears to the … (41 comments)
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technology: Technology Group - Welcome and Posting Guidelines - 06/27/08 11:02 PM
Welcome to the ActiveRain Techology Group! This group is for anyone interested in technology and it's application in our businesses -- to enable ourselves and our employees to be more efficient, productive, communicative and provide improved service -- and to help allow our daily lives to be easier and more enjoyable . While … (0 comments)
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technology: Realtor Statistics - Performance - Technology - 06/27/08 08:40 PM
Since 2007 the number of Realtors who have packed it up and quit the business is around 20%. To my surprise the number of Realtors has increased every month from January 2000 till March 2007. In March of 2007 till now we have not had an increase in active Realtors in … (1 comments)
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technology: You're Kidding Right? England does, but the USA doesn't? - 06/27/08 10:50 AM
I can almost understand Asia but England? England has Orange, a cell phone provider platform that allows for multiple phone number to ring 1 phone! The United States of America does not have a single service provider that can run a dual SIM card system, but the UK does? What's wrong … (5 comments)
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technology: Are you happy? Why are you? - 06/26/08 02:36 PM
I get all the time "I'm happy where I am, I love my company" with people's brokerages when I talk to folks with whom I co-op. And they don't go any further. I don't often ask for lots of details, figuring if they reeeeally want me to know, they'll tell me. … (12 comments)
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technology: Amy showed me that I was Techno-challenged - 06/26/08 11:58 AM
The Womens Council of REALTORS St. Augustine Regional Chapter hosted a Technology Seminar yesterday. Lead by a phenomenal National Speaker, Amy Chorew, we learned how network sites (like Active Rain) help in our web search optimization. Amy reviewed two cool programs that I did not know about, and they are free … (5 comments)
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technology: Sellers Need The Best Agent - 06/26/08 11:29 AM
When you're in the market to sell your home, you need to find the best real estate agent to get your home sold. When it comes to selling your home, don't just want the best.
You need to expect the best personal service. A really good Realtor® will have no problem … (1 comments)
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technology: Tech Tip - Registry Booster - 06/26/08 10:57 AM
I know that I usually give you stuff that will improve your prospecting, but today, I just can't help myself. I have to tell you about this great new program that I have been using. I bought it a couple of years ago for my desktop computer and it did wonders … (0 comments)
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technology: Web 2.0 for Realtors Teleseminar Class - 06/26/08 10:06 AM
Web 2.0 For RealtorsExpand Your Web Presence to Convert More LeadsProgram begins Tuesday, July 15th 3-5pm ESTand runs for six consecutive Tuesdays. Final Check-in is Sept 30 3-4pm
Over 82% of buyers start their search on the web. What do they see when they hit your site? Is there anything compelling other than … (0 comments)
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technology: Filling Flyer Boxes - 06/25/08 05:14 PM
Why don't they make a flyer box that tells me when it is empty? Maybe a small radio chip that sends a signal when the box is empty? The sellers would be astonished at how you show up immediately after the last flyer is taken. Or maybe there should be a … (7 comments)
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technology: Hate Voice Mail? Try VoiceCloud - 06/25/08 10:15 AM
Inspiration for this post, and for trying VoiceCloud, came from local Carlsbad friend and blogger Roberta Murphy, and Pat Kitano. I owe them a big thank you! You will too.
I first read Roberta's post on VoiceCloud, which got me thinking, and then saw Pat's post as a subscriber to his … (22 comments)
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technology: Home-Buying Match Maker - Hoodeo - 06/24/08 11:05 AM
As much as I love AR, I also am addicted to InMan and I found this recent article about Hoodeo - a matchmaker website that asks questions about your lifestyle and then tells you where you should move.
I'm always one to try out new technology and the first … (0 comments)
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technology: Using full website names is sooooo 2000. At least in Las Vegas baby! - 06/24/08 05:23 AM
LVSD and VCS (and soon to come LOTS) -- Acronyms for cutting-edge Las Vegas high-rise condo real estate websites and/or blogs that have garnered a cult-like following. Each site has its own unique style and relevance in the market place, offering several options to those who seek news and information in regards to the Las … (0 comments)
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technology: Know Yourself, Your Favorites and Your Competition With Google Alerts - 06/23/08 11:15 PM
Ok... Maybe I'm a Junkie, but I can't write enough great things about Google.
So let's say... hypothetically of course... that you like reading about all of the following things:
Real Estate Market Statistics
The latest technology for your Blackberry
Social Networking Media Developments
Indie Rock Bands playing in Chicago … (19 comments)
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technology: An environmentally friendly SPLASH .... this is interesting technology - 06/23/08 10:33 AM
A client of mine called me last night to say she was building a pool in her yard and was using environmentally friendly technology.
I thought this sounded too good to be true .... but sure enough there is technology available that can provide you with a non salt, non chlorine, chemical free … (2 comments)
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technology: How High Tech is Your Home? Layla El Said, RE/MAX Suburban, Schaumburg - 06/21/08 01:26 PM
How High Tech is Your Home?
If the latest technology or entertainment options are important in your new home, add the following questions to your buyer’s checklist. 1. Are there enough jacks in every room for cable TV and high-speed Internet hookups? 2. Are there ample telephone extensions or jacks? 3. … (0 comments)
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