Technology

New target market proves profitable in sales industry

January 23, 2012
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For many households, moms are the key decision-makers for so many purchases affecting the family including breakfast cereals to cell phones plans, even the purchase of a new home. Today’s moms are quickly becoming tech savvy, using smart phones, social media and other tools to research purchases.
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DocuSign Ink provides free e-signature for consumers

January 10, 2012
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DocuSign had previously focused on the e-signature needs of businesses including Realtors® but now offers a free app for all consumers to virtually sign documents from any device with an internet connection
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‘Bendable’ cell phones offer new twist in mobile technology for 2012

December 30, 2011
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The continuing competition between handheld device manufacturers for the fastest and best functioning cell phone has resulted in the creation of a product that is anticipated to set a new trend of mobile technology in 2012.
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Facebook launches Timeline for everyone

December 22, 2011
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If you’ve logged into Facebook today, you should see an option at the top of your screen inviting you to a whole new look for your profile page. It’s called Timeline and you can create a digital scrapbook of your life.
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New safety app available only in Pennsylvania

December 20, 2011
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Docket in Your Pocket, a new mobile safety app designed to offer quick background checks on criminals, has proven to be a popular tool in the real estate industry and it’s only available in Pennsylvania.
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PAR launches new and improved website

November 17, 2011
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Easier navigation and customized Realtor® pages are just two of the many new features of PARealtor.org.
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Four questions to ask before you syndicate your listings

November 7, 2011
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The number one topic being discussed by real estate industry leaders, gurus and MLSs is the distribution of listing data across the Internet. There are four questions that Realtors® should ask BEFORE they distribute their data. If they already spread their data across the Internet, it is not too late to ask these questions.
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Walk your way to higher property values

October 11, 2011
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In an independent study measuring the connection between home values and walkability, CEO’s for Cities noted that in a typical market, a one point increase in Walk Score could be worth up to a $3,000 increase in a home’s value.
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Remember risks when online

October 10, 2011
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To protect yourself and your broker from liability issues, it is beneficial for a real estate professional to be aware of inherent risks of online activities, according to real estate agent and nationally recognized technology expert Amy Chorew.
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