Welcome to the New RealTown! Submit Feedback
Member Login | Join RealTown
The Real Estate Network
RealTown  Community  RealTalk  Did You Know

RealTown's RealTalk

Back

Bookmark and Share  

Back to RealTalk Discussion List
Create New Discussion Digest Archive

 Smartphone Choices for Real Estate Professionals

Created by:
Yoko Kashima, Licensed Real Estate Broker,  Cary,  NC

Date: March 19, 2008, Number of Replies: 26


View Profile

Hi, is there any realtors out there who are using HTC PPC6800?  How do you like it?  Can anyone compare this with Treo 755p? 

I've never used neither of them, but I use Outlook for contacts and calender, so window base might be good, but I hear that windows can slow down all the time, if it is running all the time.

The screen and typing area are bigger for HTC PPC6800, so it just looks like it is easier to use.

I appreciate anyone's input on this.

Yoko Kashima

 

I

 

 

To Top Quote   Reply
Jerry Bridges

Date: March 19, 2008

 Yoko wrote: Hi, is there any realtors out there who are using HTC PPC6800?  How do you like it?  Can anyone compare this with Treo 755p? 

I just attended a technology class and according to Dick Betts a national speaker on phone systems the Treo 755p wins hands down for real estate use. Check out his website www.dickbetts.com  , he is also a ePro trainer.

Jerry R. Bridges
Realtor, ABR, e-PRO
Licensed in SC, NC
cell 864-915-0779
fax 864-990-1940
To Top Quote   Reply
Chris Brandal Licensed Real Estate Agent,  Sandusky,  OH

Date: March 19, 2008

Hi, is there any realtors out there who are using HTC PPC6800? I have that phone and Sprint service and love the Outlook feature. The phone is sync'd with my office computer and laptop so I feel secure about not loosing any important info. It is my first smartphone so I can't compare it to any others, but I am very pleased with everything this phone can do. It has locked-up a few times, but if I am mindful to not leave too many programs running it works fine. Feel free to contact me with any specific questions.
To Top Quote   Reply
michael@yubasutterhomesandloans.com

Date: March 19, 2008

 

Hi, is there any realtors out there who are using HTC PPC6800?  How do you like it?  Can anyone compare this with Treo 755p? 

Although I am not familiar with that exact model, I believe it to be very similar to the AT&T/Cingular 8525.  I have been using the 8525 for nearly a year now, and after the upgrade to Windows Mobil 6.0 ®, find it very effective.

 

The keyboard may not be quite as convenient as the Treo’s, but the screen is not only touch sensitive, but the included handwriting recognition works well.  In fact, it can read my scribbles better than I can!  And of course it syncs seamlessly with Outlook.  I rarely use it for email; I find that texting while on the go is better and available to most nowadays.

 

At your service,
Michael J McFarlane
Michael McFarlane

(530) 315-2808 cell

Michael@YubaSutterHomesAndLoans.com

(888) 355-6416 corp. office

http://MichaelMcFarlane.point2agent.com/

helping you bring your dreams to life is not just my motto, it is my passion

 


No virus found in this outgoing message.
Checked by AVG.
Version: 7.5.519 / Virus Database: 269.21.7/1335 - Release Date: 3/19/2008 9:54 AM

To Top Quote   Reply
Michcael Mcfarlane Licensed Real Estate Agent,  Yuba City,  CA

Date: March 19, 2008

Re. Hi, is there any realtors out there who are using HTC PPC6800?  How do you like it?  Can anyone compare this with Treo 755p? 
Although I am not familiar with that exact model, I believe it to be very similar to the AT&T/Cingular 8525.  I have been using the 8525 for nearly a year now, and after the upgrade to Windows Mobil 6.0 ®, find it very effective.
 
The keyboard may not be quite as convenient as the Treo’s, but the screen is not only touch sensitive, but the included handwriting recognition works well.  In fact, it can read my scribbles better than I can!  And of course it syncs seamlessly with Outlook.  I rarely use it for email; I find that texting while on the go is better and available to most nowadays.
 
At your service,
Michael J McFarlane
Michael McFarlane
(530) 315-2808 cell
Michael@YubaSutterHomesAndLoans.com

(888) 355-6416 corp. office
helping you bring your dreams to life is not just my motto, it is my passion
To Top Quote   Reply
John Dupriest Licensed Real Estate Broker,  Penryn,  CA

Date: March 19, 2008

New thread

Considering getting a device for email on the go. Favoring the Blackberry 8800 available thru at&t or 8830 available thru my current carrier Verizon. I favor these since they both have GPS which my '95 S320 does not have.

Was also given a recommendation for Palm Treo 650 but it apparently does not have GPS.

Thoughts, please..............

John F. DuPriest, Realtor®, e-PRO Certified Internet Expert
Direct: 916/933-2185, FAX:916/663-9366
Full time Real Estate Broker in the greater Sacramento area
and the beautiful Sierra foothills since 1972.

No virus found in this outgoing message.
Checked by AVG.
Version: 7.5.519 / Virus Database: 269.21.7/1335 - Release Date: 3/19/2008 9:54 AM

To Top Quote   Reply
Keith Blazek Licensed Real Estate Broker,  North Miami,  FL

Date: March 20, 2008

Just a word of caution. The Blackberry 8830 from Verizon DOES NOT HAVE GPS. They have disabled the feature. This is still a good a functional phone that can be enabled for operation in Europe, but if you need GPS get this phone from Sprint, their GPS in not disabled.Good Luck,

Keith Blazek, North Miami, FL

To Top Quote   Reply
Bonnie Mitchell Licensed Real Estate Agent,  Prescott,  AZ

Date: March 21, 2008

 

 

Dick,

That was a great link.  His website looks like a wealth of wonderful information for me.  I am in the process of completing my e-Pro course.  I have not made a decision on a smart phone until now.  Thank you for helping me make up my mind!

 

Sincerely,

Bonnie S Mitchell
Realtor
Allied Member ASID
Red Arrow Real Estate
1107 E. Gurley St.
Prescott, AZ 86301
(928) 533-1534 Cell
(928) 778-2525 Office
Prescottbonnie@cableone.net

 

I just attended a technology class and according to Dick Betts a national speaker on phone systems the Treo 755p wins hands down for real estate use. Check out his website www.dickbetts.com  , he is also a ePro trainer.

Jerry R. Bridges
Realtor, ABR, e-PRO
Licensed in SC, NC
cell 864-915-0779
fax 864-990-1940
Reply to list | Back to Index
Designations Certifications
RE: first designation
Dave Johnston
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 1:10 PM PST
  Click here to view the editor's note
GRI is a very good designation to obtain early in one's career. These days
I'd favor NAR's e-PRO - besides the useful information, the course can be
completed online in a short period of time.

John

____________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________
Gee, you wouldn't be prejudiced now would you John?

Dave Johnston GRI, e-PRO, CRB, ABR, CPC
"The Old House Man"R
Principal Broker
oldhouseman@verizon.net
(804) 343-7123
www.AntiqueProperties.com

Editor's Note: 

Who, me?  ;-)

John e-PRO

Reply to list | Back to Index
RE: first designation
Chris Little
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 3:05 PM PST

[GRI is a very good designation to obtain early in one's career. These days I'd favor NAR's e-PRO - besides the useful information, the course can be completed online in a short period of time.  -John]

While I agree with John's editorial note above, I would point out the original question was regarding the first "designation" not the first "certification".  e-PRO is a great program but it is an NAR certification.  I have several designations plus the e-PRO certification. I agree the e-PRO info is very useful and I completed mine in the minimum amount of time to earn it.  However, there is nothing like the depth of knowledge that can be gained from designation courses in the GRI and CRS programs.  So, get e-PRO certified and put the technology to work but get the GRI and become a more proficient and professional REALTOR. 

Cheers,

Chris

Chris Little
Broker Associate, DRE #01437284 
REALTOR, CRS, GRI, ABR, SRES, e-PRO Certified
Little Real Estate Services
4201 H Street - Sacramento, CA  95819
Tel. 916-444-3165  Fax. 916-444-3192  Mob. 916-698-1961


Reply to list | Back to Index
RE: first designation
Erika Jaramillo
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 6:52 PM PST
I agree!!  I firmly believe the GRI should be mandatory for all new agents. It gives a comprehensive foundation from which to grow your RE business.  Good luck!

Reply to list | Back to Index
Software
RE: Cloudmark Spam Software for Outlook
Andrew Wetzel, MBA
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 2:45 PM PST
I stumbled onto Cloudmark.com (it is a PC Magazine Editor's Choice) and
tested it for the full trial period. It seems to miss very little and
not "catch" the wrong things. It is $39.95 a year and works on two
computers! It has been a very good investment so far.

If anyone is interested I have a promotional "referral" code (6h9h7) you
can use.

Best wishes,

Andrew

Andrew Wetzel, MBA
ABR/ CSP/ e-PRO/ GRI/ REALTOR/ MEDIATOR
CENTURY 21 Alliance
1100 West Chester Pike
Havertown, PA 19083
Office: 610.853.2700 x604/ DIRECT: 610.853.5604
Cell: 610.457.0831
Seller and Buyer Agent Licensed in PA (RS213448L)
andrew@AndrewWetzel.com
Visit www.AndrewWetzel.com to view properties!

No virus found in this outgoing message.
Checked by AVG Free Edition.
Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.21.7/1333 - Release Date:
3/18/2008 8:10 AM

Reply to list | Back to Index
Microsoft Money or other account manager
MCMozader@usol.com
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 9:30 PM PST
I have been using Microsoft Money 2004  and it works very well for me in keeping track of my expenses and etc. 
 
I have considered starting this years accounting with an upgraded version.  Has anyone used Microsoft Money plus?
 
The free trail seems to disable your prior version, so I would like some feedback before I commit ( ha! commit to a free trial!)

Char Mozader, REALTOR®, ABR, CRS, GRI, e-Pro
Garrow & Associates, Clio, In Beautiful Mid- MI
810-577-2676 or Toll Free 1-877-760-3704
Char@CharMozader.com  http://CharMozader.com
 

Reply to list | Back to Index
General
OT: Invitation to College Basketball Tournament Pool
Casey Wilkening
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 8:30 PM PST
Hello RealTalkers:
You are cordially invited to participate in a free private College Basketball Tournament Pool hosted by me at http://www.nwtampa.com/hoops/. To learn more about this invitation and to signup for the pool, visit my pool website shown below by clicking on the link below. Once at the website, click the "Sign Up" link to play. Only the first 111 people to sign up will be allowed to play.
Good Luck!
Casey Wilkening, REALTOR
CENTURY 21 Sunshine Realty
Cheryl Wilkening, Casey Wilkening, REALTORS®
Serving NW Tampa,  www.nwtampa.com
813-792-1211 (Office)
813-792-8891 (Fax)
813-541-5877 (Cell)
800-555-5112 (Toll Free)


Reply to list | Back to Index
Legal-Contracts
RE: S-Corporations: Who has one? Any recommendations
Mark Ryan
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 9:35 PM PST

Jim asked...

Aaron says "After speaking with an attorney, and my Broker, I have determined that it makes the best sense for me to form an S-Corp. I know we're not tax advisors or attorneys here, but I would like some feedback from anyone who is formed as an S-Corporation, and what method you used (attorney, self-forming kit, accountant) and what the result was. I obviously want to make sure I'm protected..."

We are set up as an LLC, which is much less expensive to set up than an S corp..  Our accountant then requested the IRS treat us for tax purposes as an S corp. to save on taxes... works great for us.  Check with your attorney if that makes sense for you...  something to think about anyway.

 

Mark Ryan

 

Broker Owner

Mark Ryan Group, LLC

Keller Williams Advantage

Direct: 937-353-4600

Direct: 513-235-9261

Fax: 937-353-4599

 

Also, Visit my web sites for info. on Homes or general Real estate information.

http://www.MarkRyanGroup.com  OR http://www.DiggingUpDayton.com



Reply to list | Back to Index
Websites-Blogs
Z57 websites
Tina McManus
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008, 7:19 PM PST

Hi Tamara,

I've been using Z57 for about 5 years.  I really like my customer service rep and he's helped me customize my site a bit - though I've really had to spend the time to do a lot on my own.  I guess that's been the key.  I didn't do much of anything with it for years - now I try to work on it a bit every week and update things each month.  So, for a template site, I think it's pretty good.  I get a lot of complements from other agents (maybe they're the only people going there!).

Best.

Tina McManus
RE/MAX Advantage R. E.
Beverly, MA
YourNorthShoreHome.com

 

 

Reply to list | Back to Index


avast! Antivirus: Inbound message clean.

Virus Database (VPS): 080320-0, 03/20/2008
Tested on: 3/20/2008 7:01:41 AM
avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2008 ALWIL Software.


Please copy and paste a portion of the post you are responding to in order for others to follow the context of the thread. (**then delete this line**)
To Top Quote   Reply
Bonnie jane Singer Licensed Real Estate Agent,  Bainbridge Island,  WA

Date: March 25, 2008

 

I really like my iphone, it has a great camera, takes notes, plays music, internet (if there is wireless) it has the stock market, weather international, works in Europe.  With the drop in price last year they became very affordable.  I love mine.  It isn’t compatible with the lock box key.

 

Jane Singer

Bainbridge Island, WA

206-914-9813

To Top Quote   Reply
Sharon Robinson Licensed Real Estate Agent,  Katy,  TX

Date: March 26, 2008

Smartphone Choices:  I love my Treo! It has made my life easier. The compatibility with the supra was the first reason for getting it. Upon using the Treo , I found the other functions were even more useful.  Ex.  Messaging,photo,and internet capabilities to name a few!  Sharon Robinson  Robert Norwood and Associates Realty  Katy Texas  713-598-4093

To Top Quote   Reply

Reply to Discussion:





Back to RealTalk Discussion List
RealTown Login
Remember Me
Join RealTownJoin RealTown
Single Sign-OnSingle Sign-On
Request PasswordRequest Password
Community
Rules of the Road
Posting Tips
Help
Site Feeds
RealTown RSS FeedRealTown RSS Feed
  • Market Leader
  • Point2
  • Top Producer
  • Listing Domains
  • Go e-PRO
  • Agent's First Choice
  • iHouse Websites
  • MyOnlineNeighborhood
  • T-ReX Global
  • REALTOR Benefits Program
  • Realtor Benefits
  • InternetCrusade.com
  • Old Republic
  • Docusign
  • realEseller
  • RealtySoft