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Sign into your accountChoosing a Mapping or Lifestyle Search Solution
September 03 2013
What are Mapping and Lifestyle Search Tools?
We decided to combine mapping and lifestyle search tools into a single category in our 2013 Technology Guide because they serve a similar very important purpose: enhancing real estate search. This benefits brokers and MLSs by improving user experience on their consumer-facing websites. It also benefits property searchers, who can more easily and enjoyably find the right property.
Questions to Ask
There are some important questions to ask when buying any real estate technology product and some that are unique to choosing a mapping or lifestyle search product.
First, let's look at general questions you'll want to ask.
- What are my objectives for this piece of technology and will this product help me achieve those objectives?
- What is my budget?
- Does my MLS or Association have any agreements with any vendors that might help me obtain this product at a discount or for free?
- What kind of customer service and training programs are available? Are there webinars and, if so, are they recorded so you can view them at any time? Is the vendor's online help sufficient?