retechto presentation oct 26 09 -buzzbuzzhome.com
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Presentation given at Real Estate Technology Toronto Meetup on October 26, 2009 by Matthew Slutsky and Cliff Peskin from BuzzBuzzHome.comTRANSCRIPT
BUZZBUZZHOMEMap based search results for all new Real Estate developments. Toronto Calgary Vancouver.
#REtechTO
BuzzBuzzHome 101!
The big gap of information
Current process to finding a new development is: frustrating . . . incomplete . . . inaccurate.
Information Sources Print ads / Magazines Neighbourhood walkabouts The Internet
The big gap of information
9 out of 10 purchasers start their real estate search online, before contacting an agent*
No centralized online source of information for all new developments
* 2007 study by C.A.R. (California Association of REALTORS®)
The Solution… BuzzBuzzHome
BuzzBuzzHome keeps it simple and focused, with interactive map-based search results for all new developments.
Quick display of relevant info
Detailed MicroSites
StreetView
What is Web2.0?
According to Wikipedia:“The term "Web 2.0" is commonly associated with web applications which facilitate interactive information sharing, interoperability, user-centered design and collaboration on the World Wide Web.”
Social Media meets Web2.0To socialize, people meet on Twitter or
Facebook.
To find a new home, purchasers turn to BuzzBuzzHome.
Participation and Info Sharing“The Hive” media enhanced discussion of all new
projects Share thoughts, ask questions, chat in real
time and add construction photographs Benefits agents and the public: make
your voice heard! Comment on projects; quote yourself in the Wiki; and, get your name out there!
Blogs
BuzzBuzzHome’s Blog and BuzzBuzzReport
The Canadian source for current news in land development, real estate, new developments and new homes. Stay up to date and informed on news, new
projects, current incentives, Grand Openings, and much more!
Be heard! Comment on articles with your opinion.
Have an interesting story? We will work with you if you want to do you own posting.
Be heard and be seen… With over 20,000 visitors to
BuzzBuzzHome in the past 30 days, there is a great opportunity for real-estate agents: Comment on articles; use the Wiki;
comment on projects; Work with us, and write your own blog
posts; and, Feel free to link to our site from your site.
Many agents are linking to BuzzBuzzHome’s map direct from their website.
Questions?