What the BlackBerry does is combine a cellphone, PDA, laptop and camera into a handheld mobile device. For the real estate agent who is juggling a full schedule of home showings, client appointments, MLS monitoring and more, it may just be the ideal co-ordinator of one's working and personal life.
Google Maps can give you a list of nearby shops. Google Maps also provides you with an additional security feature: Google Latitude, which can help your office keep track of where you are (and with privacy controls that make sure that only people you allow can access your location).
Agents are now practically available round the clock. They are the proud owners of just about every communication tool known to humankind. They are constantly looking for new apps for their smartphones, and investing in the latest bluetooth technology to ensure that they are always 'in the office'. An incredible number of agents are becoming increasingly tech savvy, and many already regard emails and texts as quaint - almost the equivalent of old-fashioned letter writing!
Forced registration on a real estate site is somewhat controversial among agents. We know that generally speaking, users are at your site because they want to see property listings. Many agents allow their visitors to access the listing details for free, while others give visitors a sneak peak before prompting them to register.
The systems allow one to punch in a destination address and get directions based on downloadable or pre-installed maps. While this alone can be a great advantage for finding properties off the beaten track, there are many devices and programs that can boost one's effectiveness at planning tour routes, directions for clients and information for clients.
In a response to consumer demand for more pre-installed high tech features, builders are offering more technology related options than ever before. In order to stay current and maintain a competitive edge, this offering has become the norm in the building industry.
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