Over the past few weeks, we've been sending out emails discussing what RainCamp™ is all about and why we think you should be there. With the tickets being donation based, meaning you can pay whatever you can afford, you'd be crazy for not joining us.
I'm serious, you would be crazy! Just yesterday, Garrick Werdmuller, a loan officer in Alameda, CA who joined us last month in San Francisco, posted to his AR Blog and said "I would have to say it was the best event I have ever attended as a mortgage professional and I have attended most of the big mortgage and real estate marketing events. If you get a chance, GO!"
What had Garrick so excited? I'm sure it was that he learned how to get his content on the first page of Google. Or maybe it was the techniques he learned to help him actually get business because of his interactions on Facebook and Twitter. Maybe it was some of the connections he made and relationships he built with the people that surrounded him.
I'm certain those all played a part in forming his opinion of RainCamp. But for a Real Estate technology lover like myself, who just can't get enough of staying on the cutting edge of marketing, it was a chance to immerse himself with 450 other Industry professionals with the exact same mindset and goals.
Sites like Facebook, Twitter and ActiveRain give us an incredible opportunity to exchange ideas from the comfort of our living room. Still, there is no way to replace the real life networking opportunities afforded by being in one location with 450 of your peers, all with a common goal, maximizing their online effectiveness while still connecting in real life.
Next week, I will be in New York, along with four of the most influential people in real estate: Jonathan Washburn, our CEO and Founder, Bob Stewart, AR's Chief Evangelist, Spencer Rascoff, COO of Zillow and Ben Kinney, Mega Agent from Keller Williams in Seattle. We'll be talking about a variety of strategies to improve your online presence and help you get business using the web and Social Media.
Next week at RainCamp, we will:
At the end of the day, Real Estate is a people business, and no amount of technology will replace old fashion networking and sharing, in person.
Come Join us on Tuesday, January 12th in New York City for RainCamp to learn and build cohesive, meaningful relationships with colleagues that will carry you into 2010 and beyond. Click here to register today, we are filling up fast and the last seats will be gone before you know it. I can guaranty that you don't want to be the one that didn't take the time to learn this stuff.
I'm excited and looking forward to seeing you and connecting in NYC.
The Virtual Real Estate Brokerage and Office of the Future Today! - WEB 3.0
What does the future Real Estate Brokerage and Office really look like? If you decide to read on, it may change your perception of what the "Virtual Real Estate World" could look like in the future. While Secondlife is the Internets largest user-created, 3D virtual world community, and used primarily for Social Networking, eXp Realty has taken this same concept, and created a Business Model where the Real Estate Brokerage and Office is 100% Virtual. They are using the invisible walls of the Internet as their "Brick and Morter" office.
Their Business Model is defined as "The Worlds First Fully Immersive WEB 3.0. Real Estate Brokerage."
Last month, while at REBarCamp in San Diego, I got to meet and spend some time with Dale Kreiser, eXp REalty's Washington State Broker. He shared what their company was doing, and how well it was working for them. When I returned to the office, I did some research on their company and their site. I was "Blown Away" at what Glenn Sanford - Founder and CEO and their team have created! Could this really be the Real Estate Office and Business Model of the Future for Brokerages and even the smaller Mom & Pop offices?
Here's a video clip from a discussion held at that REBarCamp in San Diego. The topic? What does the Real Estate Brokerage of the future look like? It's an interesting discussion with Tom Ferry, Stefan Swanepoel, Wendy Forsythe, Sherry Chris, Dale Kreiser and others. What is the "New" strategy or tactic? Here's a hint of what you're about to see; The future is HERE now!
So I called Dale and asked him for a "Virtual Tour" of their "Virtual Office." He and Glenn agreed to let me share that tour with you via this recorded video. For me personally, this was really the next best thing to actually being there. I felt like I was there. Now anyone that knows me well, also knows that I love all the new technology that is being introduced to our Industry, but I am also a practical person and want to be certain that this stuff really works. Don't just tell me it does....SHOW ME!!
This video is a bit longer than I wanted, but I edited out over 40 minutes of some really great stuff I wish I could have shared with you all, maybe another time. I would encourage you to watch the entire thing, I'd hate for you to miss any of this one. Sit back in that comfy chair of yours, relax, and enjoy this first ever virtual office tour...
Is this the way some Real Estate Company's and Brokerages will operate in the future? Yes, here's one already. Are these guys way ahead of their time? Maybe, but after today's tour, I realized that just talking with them about it, and then visiting their website was no comparison and nothing like "virtually being there!" I had no clue how well this was all put together. It was nothing short of interesting, fascinating, and awesome!
The Virtual Real Estate Brokerage and Office - WEB 3.0 So tell me what you're thinking at this moment...
The Best of NAR 2009 Expo - Real Estate Technology
NAR each year is always packed with great sessions, speakers, topics and presenters. There's no way to see and do it all! One of my favorite parts of the Convention is walking around, meeting people in the hallways, hugging old friends and shaking hands with new ones. This year, William Shatner was one of the special guests at NAR, but unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to sign him up on ActiveRain.
My absolute favorite is "cruisin" the EXPO and seeing all the "NEW" stuff that's being displayed. Many of the tools and services presented will have an affect and impact on the ways business will get done now, and in the future.
To See the more than 375 Booths and vendors that were there, here's an interactive floor-plan you can visit.
NAR always brings back some of the same vendors you see year after year, but I still like to stop by and see them, and how their products have changed or improved. Then there's all the new technology stuff I haven't seen or heard of yet. When I found a booth or vendor with a name I didn't recognize, or if they that had something I hadn't heard of, I'd ask them, "In a sentence, tell me who you are, what you do, and what does your company provide?"
So if you were unable to make it to NAR 2009 in San Diego this year, I hope you'll take a moment to let me be your eyes, your ears, and your feet at NAR, and enjoy this condensed version of "A Day with Brad at the NAR EXPO" and see a few of the "highlights" that I thought were some of the "Best of the NAR Expo."
Fujitsu.com * PreListing.com * AlaMode.com * AgentOfficeHQ.com * Txt2Look.com * RealtyPilot.com * TheBoom.com * RealBiz360.com * MarketLeader.com * HomeOnTheTube.com * IDXBroker.com * VisualTour.com * PlanetRE.com * LoneWolf.com * PostYourListings.com * AdWriter.com * ListHub.net * GoPaperless.com * Closing.com * PreviewFirst.com * ForeclosureRadar.com * RealtyLog.com * RealAgile.com * LoopNet.com * HillsideSoftware.com * Boopsie.com
THE NAR 2009 "RAINCAMP" DRAWING WINNER!
We collected Business Cards and had a drawing at NAR for 2 RainCamp tickets and $100.00 American Express Card and the winner was....drumroll...Tamara Dorris from Sacramento, CA. Congratulations Tamara, we're looking forward to seeing you at RainCamp.
If you're coming to NAR in San Diego, I hope you'll stop by and see us. Traditionally in the past, ActiveRain hasn't had a booth on display where we've shared our goods and promoted the Network. This year will be no different, except we will have our own small section of Real Estate at the convention. Sound confusing?
Good, then you'll read on.....
Our friends over at MarketLeader have graciously offered to share their "Large Acreage" lounge with us, and I get to come be the AR mascot for two whole days. Jon and Bob are finally letting me out! lol~ I'll have my laptop with me, so If you don't come by and see me, and I see you, it's likely that I'll be offended and remove points from your ActiveRain account. (just kidding..lol) Seriously, stop by and see us. It will be an informal, comfortable lounge type setting, where you can relax, rest your weary feet, and just chill with us.
We'll be giving away some really cool stuff, answering some questions if you have to ask them, but mostly we'll be there to support NAR and all the wonderful members that we're hoping to see this weekend. We are also going to be doing a joint drawing: Two RainCamp tickets and a $100 American Express card giveaway for some lucky winner to enjoy dinner during a RainCamp event of their choice during the 2010 tour. We'll be there all day Saturday and Sunday. The drawing will occur on Sunday at the end of the show.
MarketLeader will be giving away a 10 day cruise, so you might want to stop by and see what that's all about too? I'm Looking forward to getting out of the office for a couple days, learning a few new things, mingling with some old and new friends, and most of all, creating some great memories in Sunny Southern California. (it will be sunny right?)
So just drop by, say hi, leave us your card, chat for a bit, and we'll do the rest! If you want access to the entire NAR event on your cell phone, you can download the "NAR 2009" app on to your cell phone here How cool is that?
Until then, travel safe, and "Be All You Can Be" you can and DO make a difference in the world! :-)
Our Lounge Booth is #2425 on the main aisle
RainCamp is Coming To San Francisco
The ActiveRain RainCamp Tour is Official! Our first ever RainCamp in Seattle was sold out in just two weeks. Now there's a demand by many of our members and non members to bring RainCamp to cities all across the Country. As you can imagine, this is a huge undertaking for our staff and team. There are so many details that go into setting up this event, but our members and guests are not only worth it, they deserve it.
The "Rainergy" and "Buzz" that comes from a RainCamp is like no other event I've ever experienced. You have to witness it for yourself to understand and grasp the full value and impact it will have on you, your Business, your relationships in your community, and the industry. Here's what a few of the folks from RainCamp Seattle had to say:
RainCamp is coming to San Francisco on December 2nd, 2009 for a full day packed with great content, presentations, and some of the most useful and applicable ideas and processes that you can implement immediately into your Social Media, Networking, and Blogging Business Strategy and Plan. The Location and Venue we've selected is once again a "Top Notch" off the hook spot.
MarketLeader will be our official Platinum Sponsor for the next 6 RainCamps on the tour schedule.
How is RainCamp different from other Conferences?
What Do You Get?
An Action Packed Day: At a State-of-the-art conference and meeting room is just the beginning of our package at Mission Bay Conference Center at UCSF. They have Gorgeous meeting rooms with City and Bay views. Great layout with plenty of seating, wireless Internet Access, and much more. All the comforts and ammenities of a 5-Star Resort. "This is one of San Francisco's only full-service conference facilities."
San Francisco
Date: December 2nd, 2009
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
(registration 8:00am)
Location: Mission Bay Conference Center at UCSF
1675 Owens Street, Suite 251, San Francisco 94143
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Facility: Wireless Internet Access and Power Available
There will be approximately 140 seats setup classroom style (with tables) reserved for attendees with laptops. It is all open seating so those seats are first come first serve the day of event. We are limited to only 500 seats max capacity, so register right away. There will be On-site paid parking available, street parking and/or complimentary shuttles from the BART and Caltrain stations. If you're wanting overnight accommodations, here's the Unique Venues Site.
Helping Industry Professionals with Social Media, SEO, Blogging, Real Estate Technology, and Lead Mgmt. training using Zillow tools and online systems to help build relationships and grow Business.
You can also find me over at Zillow Academy providing FREE Training and Support
"Build your Castles and Mansions on "PEOPLE" because they are the strongest foundations on the earth!"
People may forget your name, they may even forget what you've said, but they'll never forget how you made them feel!
"One never knows the road they'll end up on in life, continue the quest, do what's right, make a difference in the world,
and most important of all, make sure you enjoy the journey!"
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Your kindness knows no bounds! I really mean that sentiment. You are the embodiment of the etiquette and INTENTION behind the Web 2.0 Social Media movement. Thank you be well and keep up the fantastic sharing and caring! Rock on bro!
Wow Brad, You never cease to amaze me...If I was an active real estate agent I would move to your neck of the woods so I could do business with you and somehow figure out a way to put money in your pocket and keep you happy...The info you are dispensing here is really outstanding Sir!!! I can never hit the notify me of new comment box on your posts or my in box will be flooded when I wake up in the morning.
Bob Stewart - Active Rain
Dear Brad, I've written this recommendation of your work to share with other users. "If you are seeking someone who embodies a keen awareness of social media, the ability to bring the very best out of people and loves his work, I recommend you meet and work with Brad Andersohn. Besides being a really nice guy, Brad is a knowledgeable marketer, a shrewd real estate blogging expert and an experienced network builder. At Active Rain, Brad is called the "community builder" which is quite appropriate. In my mind, Brad Andersohn is the resident Active Rain "people builder" who possesses the rare ability to help jump-start your Internet presence so you can enjoy greater success."
Bobby Carroll - Dakno Marketing
I recently had the good fortune to meet Brad Andersohn. It was truly an amazing learning experience for me. The primary topics at hand were constructing my business plan for 2008 and growing my business into the future. Brad has written a full suite of software products that directly and intuitively take you down the path of your future business activities and projected results. He breaks the tasks down to monthly, weekly, and daily activities. Once one or several deals get done, the program updates and recalculates new target levels for contacts, appointments, and closings needed to stay on target with your original plan. Brad’s schedules allow flexibility in terms of client contact whether it be thru emails, notes, visits, or phone calls. He and his company,go into great detail in assisting agents with farming and building meaningful databases. Brad’s grasp of blogging, websites and all the interrelated parts of that segment of marketing is unparalleled.
My description of Brad’s ideas and products do not do justice to the value they have immediately added to my outlook, attitude and renewed enthusiasm to get my plans put into action. Hats off to a real Pro — and yes, this is a direct, hard core recommendation for you to contact him and REALLY grow your biz.
Douglas Moore - Alain Pinel Realtors
Brad can only be described as high-energy, creative, "brain food" for the real estate industry. If you want systems, solutions and technologies to take your business to the next level, Brad is the answer! I honestly don't know when Brad sleeps. Awesome Title/Escrow services by day, Technology genius by night. Really good Title/Escrow people take excellent care of clients you bring them, but Brad is on a different level entirely. He helps you develop clients you didn't have before!
Wendy Cutrufelli - Countrywide Home Loans
"I've never thanked you for all that you have done to help me get started in Real Estate. As a new Agent I was lost and confused. I joined ReMax in the hopes of getting an education to become a successful Realtor and fortunately that led me to ActiveRain where I found you at the University. I had never blogged before. I didn't even know what blogging, SEO or long tail searches were. You were invaluable in getting me started Brad. It was your support and training that made me the 2nd best blogger in AZ, just 2 votes behind the legendary Phoenix Real Estate Guy and I've been at it for just over a year.
I meant to thank you in person when you were in Phoenix but I didn't want to impose on your limited time. It was nice to finally meet you in person. As you know, I'm now with eXp Realty and it was you that got me there. That's another thing I need to thank you for. It was the perfect fit for me. I love eXp! Thanks for presenting at X-Camp. I hope you're a regular visitor to our virtual world. After you left to room, you should have heard the chatter. Rock On!"
Mark Gridley - eXp Realty
“Brad is phenomenal at taking technology and solutions to the next level. His blogs and ideas on ActiveRain
take the content-rich site to the maximum potential. If you have not seen his blogs or ideas, make sure to check out his ActiveRain site for more detail.
Jason Bliss - Intuvo LLC
“I would highly recommend Brad's work. He is on top of technology and is a wonderful trainer. 100% ethical, honest and a person with integrity.”
Missy Caulk - RE/MAX Platinum
“I worked with Brad for several years. Brad was especially helpful in keeping my mortgage company on track with his knowledge of the mortgage and real estate industry. He assembled a team that was, in my opinion, the best in their field. As a mortgage broker, I relied on my title company for prompt, accurate and friendly service for my clients. I always recommended Brad's team and would drive 20 miles to use him rather than someone closer because of his dedication to his clients, his team and to me. I would, without a doubt, work with Brad and any team he puts together.”
Richard Smith - Keystone Mortgage
Brad,
I just want to thank you for the conversation last night...talking with you..was worth big $$$$$$. I really learned a great deal last night and a lightbulb went off in my head! Thank you...for always taking the time out and speaking to me and thank you for all of the wonderful ideas and thoughtful posts you place on the rain!
Midori Miller - Century 21 Sundance Realty
“Brad is the type of person everyone should have in their world; a man with lots of integrity, reliability, honor, helpfulness and smart, too. He has provided services I desperately needed many times - especially computer/PDA and technology fixes. He continues to be interested in my real estate business’ growth and how he and his company can make (my life simpler and) my business better. I very highly recommend Brad!”
Patrice Hall - Prudential California Realty
"Brad's industry knowledge, integrity, professionalism and willingness to go the extra mile to help others is
an invaluable asset to his peers. I would, without reservation, highly recommend Brad Andersohn's work in
the escrow and technology services that he provides. As a 15 year veteran of the real estate and consulting
industry, I have yet to find someone so willing to share his time, knowledge and expertise with others.
Subscribe to his blog's! You will be amazed at the wealth of information..."
Nick Bastian - Homesource Preferred Properties
“Brad is a highly regarded member of active rain. His knowledge of technology and marketing is unsurpassed.
He is the “go to guy” with any type of marketing or technology question. He has been an invaluable resource for
me and everyday I learn something new from him.
Sandra Cummings - William Raveis Real Estate
“Brad brings a refreshing perspective on technology issues to Active Rain. His willingness to contribute
and to help colleagues with answers to their questions makes him a stand-out among members on that site.
Eric Kodner - Madeline Island Realty LLC
“Brad is a pleasure to deal with. He has integrity and is always professional with his associates. He is a man that can get things done.” November 7, 2007 Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative!
Maureen Henry - Rockland Home Staging
I have had the great opportunity to be a colleague of Brad's on Active Rain. He has written numerous instructional and tutorial posts on utilizing online marketing tools for the thousands of members on Active Rain. His posts show great detail and precise instructions on each of the pieces of technology he shares with us, and he uses those skills to make sure his writing is clear and concise, and easily understood by his audience. I continue to use Brad's posts to make my online marketing efforts as efficient and productive as possible. And I know numerous other Active Rain members would confirm the same as well. Brad clearly has a firm grasp not only on the latest technology tools available, he also has a great handle on how best to implement them as well. I will continue to look to him for news on how to continue striving to make my online marketing as effective and efficient as possible. He's a terrific asset to all of us who are colleagues on Active Rain!
Ann Cummings - RE/MAX Coast to Coast
"THANK YOU Brad for the continued, wonderful opportunity to stay connected to a cutting edge of social media reason and application via ActiveRain, where your constant gifts of education and inspiration are CARE-fully given...You represent some of the finest modeling for learning and education on the web, not just for Realtors, but for anyone excited about learning and sharing the phenomenal gifts of our trials and times. You are simply an awesome illustration of leadership and inspiration, motivation, ingenuity and compassion. It's a gift in my life and a blessing for the evolution of sustainable livlihood (which can grow when rooted in the golden rule), and I am deeply grateful."
Mara Hawks - First Realty - Auburn Alabama
"Brad, a special thanks for your time, expertise and patience in getting our computer system going. I've had this system for nearly 4 years and have never had it efficiently the way it was intended. In about 3 hours, you accomplished what three other so called professionals were unable to do. WOW! Everything is up and running great! A million thanks would not be enough. I was extremely impressed with your knowledge, professionalism and ability to simplify tasks to a level I could understand. You have a rare talent, which should take you a long way in life and to a successful career. Thank you so much again...you have been an absolute "Gold Mine" to my office!
Steve Turnbloom - Turnbloom & Associates - Broker / Owner
"I am writing you to Thank You for allowing Brad Andersohn to participate in the Computer Farming Seminar held at the California Association of Realtors Convention in San Diego. Brad's high professionalism helped contribute to the success of the seminar. You are very fortunate to have on your team a person of such high Caliber! Please convey my sincere appreciation for a job well done!"
John Bolton - Century 21 Landmark
"I am writing to you on behalf of your generous and brilliant team of support personnel which include Brad Andersohn. I can't say enough about him. He has helped me so many, many times, and has gone out of his way, way above and beyond the "call of duty". I just hope that other agents are not as remiss as myself in writing to let you know how grateful we are to have him. He is truly exceptional and has done more for me than I could ever "Thank" him for!" It has taken a great deal to win my business, but I owe it to Brad. Many Thanks!!"
Cynthia Burke, CRS - Security Pacific Real Estate
"I teach a course for senior agents at Mason McDuffie in Orinda and have had Brad Andersohn speak at the prospecting session on three occasions. He is an excellent speaker with a tremendous amount of knowledge. I believe he takes his work very seriously and I will continue to ask him to be a part of my training classes. I think you have a great employee on your team. Thank you!
Kitty Cole - Mason McDuffie - National Trainer RE Services
“Brad has been (and continues to be) a terrific blogging resource for real estate topics
on Active Rain. He makes an extra effort to help others throughout the network.
Kristal Kraft - The Berkshire Group Realtors
"I would like you to know how much we appreciate Brad Andersohn. Brad continually goes the extra mile in service, and always with a smile. Brad has really made the Advantage Farming system a super tool. He has spent countless hours helping us get it in running order. We know it will make a big difference in our future business. There is something to be said about someone who takes time out in the evening to call from their home because they know the next couple of days are filled with many appointments. Much dedication to your company as well as to the agents he is helping. Brad has been a treasure to deal with. Our sincere thanks and appreciation in your having such a dedicated employee."
Katy Huetter and Todd Van Laanen - RE/MAX Realtors
Dear Brad, You are one of those kind of people that instructors "Dream" of having in their class! You are eager, enthusiastic, ready and willing to learn, supportive, and you walk the talk. Your application of what I teach is excellent as is your ability to adapt what I teach to you and your way of selling. To say I am one of your greatest fans would be an understatement! Congratulations on winning the Sales Talk Championship. The competition was excellent. To be chosen Best-of-the-Best is the highest honor. Best of luck to you always!"
Eddie Snow - Dale Carnegie
Kelly Cantrell - First Amrican Title Company
"Brad, to stand out as a "Service Star" in an era that requires lots of energetic performances just to keep pace with our volume, is certainly an accolade. Thank you for showing us all how to get the job done! You set an example for our newer employees and keep the customers coming back. Congratulations on your award.
Mark Sachau - First American - Chief Operating Officer
"Brad was instrumental in the production of the 1st ever "Solano County Real Estate Tech Fair"! Being the Chairman for the SAOR Technology Committee, Brad took it upon himself to plan, direct, coordinate and implement the entire program. Most of his effort was done after hours on his own personal time. Brad definitely deserves a service star for his great and valiant efforts!"
Thomas Lucini - First American Title - Director of Sales
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