Recently we interviewed Bob Bentley, a REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER™ (REW™) certificant. Bob is one of the many to sign-up & complete the REW™ Certification through a promotional discount offered through the REW Technology Partner, zipLogix (ZipForm).

REW™ Certificants can answer interview questions, at the end of certification, for showcase on the Webographers.com corporate blog.

Bob is "Your Clear Choice in Real Estate", serving buyers and sellers within all of Madison, WI and the surrounding areas. Bob has been a licensed Realtor® for 14 years and sports a catchy, clean, and easy to use website at BentleyRealtyGroup.net.

Commentary from Bob Bentley:

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1. What is your background?

I am the Real Estate Broker/Owner of Bentley Realty Group, LLC and have been a licensed Realtor® since 1995, and a licensed real estate broker since 2006. Prior to my career in real estate, I was in the automotive service management industry for 26 years where I learned that providing the very best service is essentially about putting my clients first. This means keeping myself accessible, being a good listener, as well as a good communicator, and responding quickly to customer needs.

2. Why did you undertake the REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER™ certification?

I chose to be certified as a Real Estate Webographer to further my understanding of the internet and how it works, so I am able to provide my clients and customers with the newest technologies available.

3. What are you impressions of the online experience?

The certification was clear and concise offering many examples and needed information to thoroughly improve my knowledge of web-based marketing; in particular enhancing my website and blogging. The quizzes at the end of each segment helped with further understanding of the information presented. With this additional training I feel I have met my goal and will be able to provide my sellers with the best marketing exposure for their properties, and to provide my buyer clients with an excellent resource in their search for their home.

4. How long did it take you to complete the certification?

It took me a total of 4 days over the course of 3 weeks. I would have preferred to complete the coursework all in one sitting, but time didn’t allow – my clients came first!

5. What real estate technologies are you considering implementing (for yourself or your clients)?

I plan to utilize my Blackberry (smartphone) more for email and contact management. Also, I recently began blogging and have found it a challenge. With the information provided during my Webographer (REW) training, I feel I will be able to do a better job communicating my thoughts, keeping my blog current, and increase my web presence.

6. What would you tell those who are considering this certification?

I would tell others if you want to succeed in today’s technology based world, you must invest in yourself. There is a minimal cost involved with the REW Certification, and I feel the course is very much worth it. With the additional training and knowledge I’ve achieved, an increase in business can only be expected.

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Thanks for the interview, and all the best Bob!