In this simple, easy-to-use reference, author John Mayfield covers a wide range of current technology tools including smart phones, PDAs, digital cameras, scanners, printers, and more. In addition, he provides useful advice and application tips on blogs, pod casts and other marketing ideas to help real estate professionals effectively use current technology in their business. Learn how to become the mobile real estate professional. Create the "WOW" effect when building a personalized website or using PowerPoint to win more business. Even tech-savvy agents will appreciate the tips, tricks and short cuts for many major software applications. Brokers will also find a "bonus" chapter for utilizing and implementing technology within their offices to recruit and retain more agents!

Plus, the bonus CD-ROM included with the book provides a sample database, helpful website resource list, and video clips on how to actually use the technology components described throughout the book helping agents put technology to work for them. This valuable desk reference equips agents with the tools they need to minimize their learning curve and maximize their benefits from technology in just 5 minutes! 224 pp.

Features:

• CD-ROM Included. The bonus CD-ROM includes video clips fully illustrating technology applications discussed throughout the book.
• Practical Applications. Technology applications help agents learn and effectively use current technology in their everyday practice to be more successful.
• Useful Tips & Advice. Put the valuable technology tips, tricks and short cuts to work to become a more productive and potentially a more profitable real estate agent.

5 Minutes to Maximizing Real Estate Technology: A Desk Reference for Top-Selling Agents, 1st Edition - Table of Contents:

• Which Computer Is Right For You?
• Developing a technology budget for your real estate career
• Software Applications
• New Technology Tools for Today's Tech Savvy Real Estate Agent
• Printing Options
• Cellular phones and Smartphone's
• Digital cameras and other multi media resources
• New Marketing Trends
• Web Sites Tips For Real Estate Professionals
• Creating a Paperless Filing System
• Folders, files and backing up
• Databases
• E-Mail
• How to Become a Real Estate Professional
• Using Power Point in Your Presentations
• Online Support and Educational Offerings
• Technical Help and Security Issues
• Tips, Tricks and Shortcuts
• Broker Technology Issues and Ideas
• Summary and Conclusion (Titled Last Chapter)