In 2017, Google’s Project Sunroof used satellite images to allow consumers to view which homes in their neighborhood installed solar. OhmHome, just took it a step further. Introducing NextDoor Solar OhmHome launched NextDoor Solar, an online tool that allows consumers to view not only which homes in their neighborhood have solar, but also which company installed the solar and the […]
How to Hide Your House on Google Maps
Privacy is increasingly becoming a global concern as the line between our real world and virtual world gets blurred. Google Maps is one of my go-to tools and is a great way to understand properties all over the world. However, what if you have privacy concerns about those street views and don’t want strangers seeing […]
San Diego Regional EDC Launches a New Website and It’s Great!
According to the San Diego Regional EDC website, their mission is to maximize the region’s economic prosperity and global competitiveness. Their latest move to maximize economic prosperity involves a new website and campaign aimed at helping local employers recruit top talent. The website is called San Diego: Life. Changing. While the website does raise the visibility of […]
Down Payment Assistance with Loftium Gives Buyers a Lift
Down payment assistance can come in many forms, but a company called Loftium is helping boost home buyer’s down payment in a clever way. Home buyers can get up to $50,000 from Loftium to buy a home in the city. The catch is that the buyer must Airbnb an extra bedroom for 12-36 months, and […]
Real Estate Technology And Tips For Lasting Success
People who have never worked in the real estate business tend to imagine that life as a realtor is simple and easy. You show people around a home, you sell the home, you collect your commission– what could be so difficult about that? The answer is: “plenty”. Working as a realtor is incredibly rewarding and […]
How Has The Internet Changed The Rental Market?
The Internet has completely revolutionized some parts of our lives. From working in the office to coming home and relaxing with the family, there are now lots of devices and appliances that help us get through the day. Some of the biggest sectors in business have also benefited from this tech revolution. And one of […]
What Do Buyers Really Want?
The housing market is a lot different to what it was a couple of decades ago. Property prices are a lot higher than they ever have been and, as a result, buyers are now extremely picky. In order to sell your house quickly and for the best possible price, you need to make sure that […]
Amazon Echo vs Google Home: Which Should You Bring Home?
As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us are thinking of Black Friday and gifts to buy our loved ones. In 2016, the smart speaker is going to be a highly sought after gift. Two tech giants will battle it out for customers looking to make life a home more automated this Christmas. Let the Amazon Echo […]
Tesla Solar Roof Tile Provides Power While Blending with Architecture
Elon Musk announced the new Tesla solar roof tile yesterday, which will allow homeowners to collect abundant power without needing large solar panels attached to their roof. The tiles are composed of three layers. The top layer is a tempered glass that is extremely durable and impact resistant. The middle layer is a color louver […]
Gate Control App ERNEST Makes Remote Parking Access Easier
A new gate control app named ERNEST has been developed to provide property managers and owners with an easy way to control access into buildings and parking areas. The revolutionary “mobile butler” app opens and closes gates, garage doors and barriers with the push of a button, while still being one of the most secure […]