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QR Codes, Smart-Phones, And Real Estate

Reblogger Kevin J. May
Real Estate Agent with Florida Supreme Realty SL514814

Okay, Okay!  I know I'm on a QR high right now but Joe is another "person of interest" who's tackling technology with this new tool.  Previously I had touted it as gadgetry and that may still be so but this post offers some statistics which support the direction of this phenomonon in concert with smart phone capabilities.  Here you'll also be able to create your code for free.  Now stop the wondering and take stock in a revolution to market yourself, your listings, your company or your capabilities.  I might be aging myself but with QR codes it's hip to be square!        

Original content by Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL 8508880888

You probably have been somewhere in Tallahassee and seen QR codes and wondered to yourself what they were all about. Are they some new form of rorschach inkblot test, or perhaps a maze game created to drive you mad.

QR Codes Tallahassee Florida ImageNo, QR codes are nothing more than bar codes with spots instead of the traditional bars. When scanned with a smart-phone, they cause the phone to load data. If the data is a URL, that web page opens on the phone.

So why is a real estate blog featuring a story on QR codes in Tallahassee? I was beginning to wonder the same thing…

Use Tallahassee QR Codes With Your Smart Phone

QR Code Example Tallahassee NewsletterI’ve seen recent estimates that show 50% of browser surfing will be on smart phones within the next two years. Now personally, I find that hard to believe, as I like my large monitor and big fat keyboard. But I do remember thinking that email wouldn’t be that big of a deal (I mean, who has time to write letters to people).

So, assuming there is some great truth to these estimates, QR codes allow people to “stamp” their URL on and off line in order to help smart phones route directly to their sites. To understand why this could be so important, we just have to observe the following points.

Why QR Codes Could Be Everywhere Soon

  1. Smart phones will account for 50% of browser surfing
  2. Smart phones have no easy user interface (small keyboard & no mouse)
  3. QR codes allow smart phone user to just “point and shoot” to browse

So basically, we are going to see an easier people in Tallahassee using QR codes to get smart phone users to their sites. For example …

Pending-Home-Sales-In-Tallahassee-Graph

Imagine every real estate yard sign with a QR code on it, businesses will have QR codes prominently displayed in their advertisements and on their billboards. Restaurants could use QR codes for menu items and allow people to pay for their meal through their web enabled smart phones. Business cards and stationary could soon be sporting QR codes for multiple offerings that a business wants to promote.

If you want to create your own QR codes, just got to the Kaywa QR Code Generator and make all you want. It is free, and don’t be surprised if you start noticing QR codes everywhere! This blog post has 7 Tallahassee QR codes, do you know where they take you?

Read more: http://www.manausa.com/tallahassee-qr-codes/#ixzz18qzAiNrK
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Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Ginny, like anything else, potential is only useful when implemented.  This product is one I can see having a tremendous impact on all aspects of consumerism. 

Dec 22, 2010 09:03 AM
Dee Mayers
Covina, CA
San Gabriel Valley, CA

My name is not Thomas but I will wait and see how far this goes.  Maybe I will send you a code but wait, do you have a smart phone? :)

Dec 23, 2010 01:08 PM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Thomas Dee, I don't have a smart phone but have borrowed other's to use and observe this and it is captivating with the endless possibities.  It may go nowhere because there's no middle of the road about anything I endorse it's either hit or miss!

Dec 24, 2010 01:07 AM
Sandy Shores FL Realtor®, Melbourne Real Estate
M & M Realty of Brevard Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Brevard County Real Estate, Florida's Space Coast

Hi Kevin, I hope that you and your family have an incredible Christmas!

Dec 24, 2010 11:00 AM
Not a real person
San Diego, CA

Best wishes for lots of fun and food with family and friends today. Hope Santa brought you some cool toys, too!

Happy Holidays!

 

 

Dec 25, 2010 03:56 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Russel & Sandy, our Christmas' are forever changed due to the culmination of a valiant battle with cancer on this day of Jesus' birth.  Joe was friend, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and son.  Being especially skilled in all of these tasks we can understand why God needed his help.  Our spirit was redirected this year although strengthened by the knowledge that he is in peace and able to be with his father.  Thank you so much for your well wishes, both of you!    

Dec 26, 2010 01:15 AM
Joshua Zargari
MJ Decorators Workshop LI staging and home decorating - Lynbrook, NY
MJ Decorators Workshop

Kevin, happy new year!

Dec 27, 2010 05:40 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

I am looking forward to it Joshua, Happy New Year to you also!

Dec 27, 2010 05:46 AM
Renée Donohue~Home Photography
Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI
Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer

Kevin:  I am sorry to hear that someone closed to you has passed!

Dec 28, 2010 02:21 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

His wish to survive to Christmas Day was granted.  Heartbreaking at any age but 50 is still too young.  Thanks for the condolences Renee!

Dec 28, 2010 03:46 AM
Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL
Joe Manausa Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Tallahassee Real Estate

Hey Kevin, I just saw this. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Dec 28, 2010 11:23 AM
Sandy Shores FL Realtor®, Melbourne Real Estate
M & M Realty of Brevard Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Brevard County Real Estate, Florida's Space Coast

Kevin, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one, Joe. Cancer can be such a difficult battle for the victim and for family and friends.  It is such a horrific disease. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.  Please, let me know if you need anything, at all.

Dec 29, 2010 11:13 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Sandy, you already have helped and I thank you much for that!

Dec 30, 2010 07:28 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Joe, I am so thankful for your condolences they mean a lot right now!  Seeing your comment, I thought to myself "I forgot to mention to Joe that I had re-blogged this", it won't happen again.  I wish you and your family the best New Year!  Thanks again.    

Dec 30, 2010 07:42 AM
Charlottesville Solutions
Charlottesville Solutions - Charlottesville, VA

I just stopped by to wish you well and a prosperous 2011

Happy New Year!

 From your friend who sells Charlottesville Real Estate

Dec 31, 2010 12:15 PM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Thanks Charles, and the same back to you.  So far it's much better than 2010!

Jan 01, 2011 01:55 AM
Renée Donohue~Home Photography
Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI
Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer

Jan 01, 2011 10:45 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

No matter what the funk you're in when the Boys visit you know it's time to party.  Thanks Renee!

Jan 02, 2011 01:46 AM
Shannon Lefevre
John R. Wood Properties - Naples, FL
Shannon Lefevre, PA Your Naples Smart Girl

Oh I'm so sorry to hear about Joe!  :(  You know he's in a better place than we are...although Naples is a sort of close 2nd. :)  Hug to you!

Jan 03, 2011 04:37 AM
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Shannon, throughout his battle he continually showed and strengthened his faith.  Ironically he had confronted his anticipated death in a letter which we found the day after his passing, dated October 18th, the partial title "DO NOT OPEN, UNLESS...........".  Yes, there is much solace knowing that what you said is true.  Thank You!  

Jan 03, 2011 05:26 AM