Archive for February, 2008

Is Technology to be Trusted? (Part 1)

The only way to fight off doubts toward the Technology-based real estate is to learn more about it. The more you know, the less you worry. You can also say that this is a method of security on your part. To prevent being scammed or deceived, you are to research different software, ask around experienced and trusted real estate brokers. Find a way to ease your anxieties by reading more newspapers and books about the ins and outs of virtual real estate.

The answer to the question “Is Technology to be trusted?” is to find out for your self. The more you discover the details from different sources, then, you can finally be assured.

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Bluetooth Technology

Bluetooth technology is known to be a good use for cell phone users but it can also be used in making easier the job of real estate agents. It is a wireless device that could be used 30 feet away from the other party you are communicating with.

Today, it had been used even in laptops. Wherever you take your laptop for business (or real estate business), it makes it convenient for you to conduct deals even without having to meet with your clients face to face.

This technology is useful for busy people who have their schedules full. Truly, this is a useful gadget.

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Virtual real estate: Is it worth it?

Some people, knowing the game of virtual real estate, have become millionaires through it. Why is it so? This is because using virtual real estate targets all computer-users globally, not only the ones nearby. Almost everyone qualify this category and so they can easily access through the details within the click of their mouse.

Secondly, you can also place in unlimited details that you can just write off in the net instead of saying everything in person. It allows you to clearly and completely state terms and legalities without missing anything or having to repeat yourself over and over again.

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Microsoft’s Surface- The Ultimate Real Estate Technology

3.jpg“Surface” is the latest from Microsoft. This revolutionary ‘coffee table computer’ can be a great tool for real estate agent and can have a remarkable effect to real estate technology. This latest breakthrough offers a big change in our old ways of doing computation using the standard computer. The Surface is figure touch allowing better navigation for users. It amazingly zooms in and out of your neighborhoods. With the use of your finger tips, you can show interested buyers the neighborhoods and close parks available in the market. Video home tours are made possible with just a touch and drag of a finger using the Surface. You may also integrate the Surface to a conference room table and set a camera on the screen to give better presentation.

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Real Estate Technology Guide

2.jpgThe world of technology is continually reinventing and always open new horizon to road of success. A book titled Real Estate Technology Guide provides information that will help you improve the technology you are taking advantage of. The book will tech you evaluate how you utilize technology in your real estate business. It also helps you ascertain what other technologies that you may need to improve your craft. You will also learn from the book tips on how to make yourself more visible and have your presence on the Internet more attractive. You will also benefit and learn from the experiences of the leading experts on real estate technology.

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Functions of an Intranet in the Real Estate Office

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Document Sharing: Folders, very similar to the folders in your computer My Documents section, are created and files can be uploaded and stored for access by all members. Permissions are set for each folder to allow only those authorized to gain access and view the documents. Company operations manuals, personnel documents, training materials and shareable marketing brochures are all examples of the type of documents that might be stored and shared.

Individual and Group Calendars: Most intranet services allow the synchronizing of a member’s Outlook or Palm device with the Calendar Function. Items and meetings marked Private will be visible only to the individual member under their login. Group items will be visible to all. You can also set up groups within the company, such as Admin or Agents,and set meetings and events that will be visible only to the assigned group. Members can RSVP to their meeting invitations.

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Real Estate Commission

1.jpgThere can be varied reasons why you are in the real estate market. You may be in search for a new home or you wanted to sell your present home. Whatever the case may be, you should have a better understanding about real estate commission. You should be aware that as the one buying a home, you are not obligated to pay or give any commission fees to your real estate agent. Actually, the seller is the one who should be giving out the money to his agent and the agent of the buyer. She may or may not include it in the selling price.

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