By Warren McNeil

Here is a new video I did regarding the “Top 5 Things to Expect  From a Tech-Savvy Realtor”

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Hi There! I am Warren McNeil from Team McNeil and Re/Max Twin City Realty in Kitchener

The Internet has changed the way we all communicate in this world. As a realtor, we need to constantly stay current with technology and utilize these new methods with our marketing. Technology, if used right, can make a huge difference when marketing a home for sale. Gone are the days of the big MLS book. According to the National Association Realtors, 84% of people start their home search onlne. So hiring a tech-savvy realtor is more important then ever to give you that edge you need to sell or buy your next home. Here are the top 5 reasons to hire a tech-savvy realtor.

Number 5 – Website
It is important that a realtor has their own website. In my opinion, websites are not optional they are mandatory. They serve many purposes. A realtor’s website should be able to display listings with lots of photos, detailed desctriptions of the property and an area for virtual tours as well as provide an easy way for prospective buyers to contact the realtor.

Number 4 – Print advertising
A realtor who utilizes both print advertising and the internet is better able to take advantage of both mediums strengths. Marketing a house for sale in the newpaper and leading the buyer to the website for more information is crucical for maximizing the marketing of a property. You still need both! A tech-savvy realtor understands that many consumers still rely on traditional advertising methods. So don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

Number 3 – Mobility
Realtors must be able to access email or text messages while in the field. Prospective buyers want information rightaway so it is very imortant for realtors to have a PDA such as a Blackberry or an Iphone.

Number 2 – SEO or Search Engine Optimization
Realtors who have good search engine ranking ensures that your listings get found on the Internet. Realtor.ca is a great website but it is not the only website to rely on when it comes to marketing your home online. Buyers also use search engines such as Google, Yahoo or Bing to look for houses. Realtors who have their websites optimized will have a better chance at getting their house listings found.

Number 1 – Web 2.0 – Social media
The internet has become more interactive over the past 5 years. Having a website is not good enough. Realtors also need to blog, do videos, Twitter and use Facebook. These are all methods that are important for us to connect with clients, prospective buyers and prospective sellers. Having a realtor that utilizes some or all of this technology ensures that you hired the right person to do the job.

The good news is, technology will continue to evolve. As new technologies come out we must harness their effectiveness so we can all do our jobs more efficiently!

Thanks for watching and see you next time!

Thanks for reading!

Warren & Melanie McNeil | Sales Representatives, Team McNeil RE/MAX Twin City Realty, Brokerage ( 519.579.4110 | 519-498-8118
Connect with us on the following social networks Facebook: www.facebook.com/TeamMcNeilRemax
websites: www.TeamMcNeil.com, www.ClickThatHouse.com, www.KitchenerLofts.com, www.ElmiraRealEstate.ca

By Warren McNeil

Source 570 News and CKCO TV

Open Text Waterloo

Open Text is expanding in Waterloo and will more then double their office space.  Their new building should be completed sometime in 2011.

More good news for Waterloo!!!

See www.opentext.com for more information

Thanks for reading!

Warren & Melanie McNeil | Sales Representatives, Team McNeil
Re/Max Twin City Realty, Brokerage ( 519.579.4110 
8 www.TeamMcneil.com, www.LoftStyle.ca, www.ClickThatHouse.com  
P.S. Looking for a condo or loft, check out our brand new website at www.LoftStyle.ca!

By Warren McNeil

It’s amazing how quickly you can get up to speed with this social networking stuff. I have been blogging for over a year now but only recently started to use Facebook.  I think this is really useful for staying in touch with friends and business relationships. So far my experience has been a positive one with my new Facebook page. I like to write blogs on my website and then post them to my Facebook page. That way I can get the word out to more people regarding what I am blogging about. I might even get a Twitter account.

My goal is to provide useful information from time to time about real estate market in Waterloo Region. Whenever I find something useful I plan on publishing it to both my blog and my Facebook page.

Anybody who is a fan of our Real Estate Fan Page will receive the blog updates.

Thanks for reading!

Warren & Melanie McNeil | Sales Representatives, Team McNeil
Re/Max Twin City Realty, Brokerage ( 519.579.4110 
8 www.TeamMcneil.com, www.LoftStyle.ca, www.ClickThatHouse.com  

By Warren McNeil

We have a brand new website and it is up and running! The site address is www.teammcneil.com

This took us quite awhile to create because we wanted it to be just right. We were looking for a simple design that was easily navigate-able so that visitors will spend more time on the site. We have a really nice listings module that does a great job showcasing our listings along with a filmstrip at the bottom of the main page. The main page has some dynamic imagery that makes the site look more appealing. We have  also kept the same colour scheme that we use in our advertising.

We hope you enjoy the site as much as we do!

Thanks for reading!

Warren & Melanie McNeil | Sales Representatives, Team McNeil | Re/Max Twin City Realty, Brokerage
( 519.579.4110 | * Click Here to Email | 8 www.TeamMcneil.com, www.ClickThatBlog.com

By Warren McNeil

Its been awhile since I posted anything. Sorry about that!! Its been a really good September so far. The market seems to be really humming along. Once again the board reports a positive number for unit sales in Kitchener Waterloo. We are only down -2.9% this time last year which I think is pretty good considering we are in a weaker market. Anyways, I will be posting the stats for August very soon. Thats not the purpose of this blog.

I just setup a new website that will allow people to access about 26 different reports for buying and selling real estate. In addition, I am going to post various videos about real estate and who knows, maybe Melanie and I will even star in one of them. Might be awhile though as we are both pretty camera shy. I might have to hit it hard at the gym first because I hear that the camera puts on about 20 lbs. I definitely don’t need that! Anyways. the URL for the new site is http://www.kwhouseprices.com/. Please check it out and let me know if you have any feedback.

Take care and thanks for reading!

Warren & Melanie McNeil | Sales Representatives, Team McNeil | Re/Max Twin City Realty, Brokerage
( 519.579.4110 | * Click Here to Email | 8 www.clickthathouse.com, www.teammcneil.com/blog