Read about it at the Google blog and the Google Analytics blog. I look forward to (hopefully) emailing my listing clients the traffic that is being generated for their listings, among other reports. Technology is great; using technology productively is often an entirely different conversation.
Date Archives May 2007
Buy local food in Charlottesville
Following up on Waldo’s post in March … There has been much talk in the Charlottesville area about buying local foods, organic foods, etc. That is why I was happily surprised to receive a mailing from the PEC titled “Buy Fresh, Buy Local,” further directing one to visit their new site, “Buy Local Cville.” (I didn’t see anywhere that the mailing was printed on recycled paper – that would have been nice 🙂 )Personally, I’m trying to “walk the walk,” riding a bike around Crozet when I can, using a manual push mower, recycling … joining a CSA may be next.
Belvedere groundbreaking today
Their website certainly is, and their product should be as well…. with the throngs (ok, about a hundred people) waiting, the principal didn’t show up until 10:35, at which time I had to leave to meet clients for an 11 o’clock appointment. The presentation was marketed as starting at 10 and lasting to 11, so I figured I could hear at least part of the presentation. Punctuality is a sign of mutual respect for others’ time, and for me at least, helps to set the foundation upon which trusting relationships are built.
Why Real estate photography matters
Sellers look at the MLS and Realtors’ sites and evaluate potential representation this way. A picture says 1,000 words, and a Realtor who takes excellent photographs shows that he or she takes pride in his work.3 – Other Realtors…. Those Realtors who take only one or no photos are doing their clients a great disservice.Which photo is better? (hint, it’s rhetorical) All I did was think about the shot that I wanted to take, stand on top of my real estate car, and shoot away.
Thursday links – 05-09-2007
As market cools, Builders face lawsuits and a rash of complaintsBuilding a better bike lane, something ACCT has been working on locally for some time. More discussion at Bacon’s Rebellion.Bribery to Work with the Builder’s Preferred LenderTen things wrong with sprawlMore about exurbsReady for $4 gas?Real estate agent shakeout comingIntel’s internet strategist on Business Blogging.Green building takes another step forward in Albemarle County…. If you are concerned/curious/interested about development in the area, this should be must-listen radio…. Proffers, impact fees, etc. (Brian gets paid to track development and politics; when did I get so uncool as to this that was cool?)
Great Web 2.0 for Realtors roundup
At the Inman blog today. If you are interested in technology and real estate, and like to implement functional technologies into your business, read the whole thing. A lot of the tools and sites are old hat to some, but sure to be brand new to most. Realtor.com is nowhere to be found.
Today’s radio appearance – on the Charlottesville real estate market
the first was last year about this time.Today I stumbled a bit, I fumbled a bit, but ultimately I think I did a pretty good job. It was fun, and I hope I didn’t sound too much like a fool. If anybody has any follow up questions, please let me know.We touched on a lot of information in a very short period of time – radio moves so fast!This is the kind of thing I could see myself doing on a regular basis.The podcast is here at the Charlottesville Podcasting Network…. Real estate, perhaps more than any other business is about having the right relationships – be they with home inspectors, attorneys or the media – and I am grateful for this one.