A new site and a video you should see
Hope everyone is enjoying the summer. I have a few longer posts on draft but thought I would share a new website and a budding video star with the Geekestate community.
Ha Media has been churning out attractive real estate websites for years. However, their new site for Charlotte broker Scott Hartis at www.liveuptownnow.com is a step in a totally new direction that I think other agents will follow – its a responsive theme powered by the new IDX Broker platinum and is totally tricked out and customized by the Hardison’s. The design is sleek, easy to navigate, and looks great across all devices.
You may have seen some of Danny Dietl’s funnier videos, but the guy behind iMetro property in Minneapolis is up to even more creative video marketing. Danny used some hungry new video professionals and a willing actress to produce this video about one of his condo listings. I’ve talked to Danny about his future plans and I am confident his videos will become more and more dynamic. He’s already gained a new listing because of this video. The guy is super motivated.
Patrick Hake
Posted at 14:49h, 18 JulyThat video was great. I have been really impressed lately with the production value of some of the videos coming out. Reminds me of this one for a home in Malibu http://youtu.be/Ik0ZF5Lclos, but a bit more within reach of us without Hollywood connections. I’ll have to add “hungry young video professionals” and an actress to my list of contacts I need to make. Thanks for sharing.
Greg Fischer
Posted at 15:23h, 18 JulyPatrick, the thing I love about Danny’s video the most…is that he did it! So many people are sitting in the background making plans. I’ve personally talked with Danny about it, and even though the video is awesome, he sees so many areas for improvement on the next one. His budget was realistic for any agent. Reach out to Danny if you need help. Ship ship ship – refine, refine, refine.
Patrick Hake
Posted at 15:47h, 18 July“Ship ship ship – refine, refine, refine” – I like that.
In a world of endless data and commentary, it is easy to get stuck in the research phase. Sometimes you have to take action and then modify as you go. Otherwise, you are just a spectator.
Scott Hartis
Posted at 14:51h, 18 JulyThanks for the publicity Greg! The site is still being tweaked and will have a few more features coming soon, but I’m definitely happy with the job that Ha Media did with this new site!
Greg Fischer
Posted at 15:20h, 18 JulyNo problem. I was stoked to see an IDX Broker platinum site go live, especially from someone like Ha! Who can really customize it the way it deserves to be. Congrats!
Jon Hardison
Posted at 19:04h, 18 JulyWow! Thank you @fischrealestate:disqus working away, but are incredibly happy with where we are on this project. Responsive has been a big challenge for a long time, particularly for real estate as most IDX providers aren’t playing nice yet. But with new tech and an incredibly flexible and responsive (no pun intended) @idxbroker, we were able to put out what I’d like to think is a thing of beauty. 🙂
Greg Fischer
Posted at 19:19h, 18 JulyThanks for popping in Jon. IDX Broker has “responded” with their latest update and you guys did a great job customizing the data display. We’ve all seen reports about mobile usage and you and Scott are in front of the curve with this new site. Nice work!
Ashley A
Posted at 06:26h, 19 JulyReally enjoyed the video. I see very few listing videos with actual people in it.
Greg Fischer
Posted at 13:01h, 20 JulyI do too Ashley. Its actually a lot more realistic like this and I think people can better identify with what it would be like to live in the home
Peter Toner
Posted at 19:47h, 19 JulyThere are a lot of things to like about IDX Broker Platinum. It’s so new that not many agent have implemented it into their sites. Love what Jon & Inna Hardison did with Scott’s site too.
I have just this morning finished a review of Platinum, click over if you want to review the new features: http://www.webrealestatetools.com/real-estate-tools/real-estate-software/idx-brokers-new-platinum-review
Greg Fischer
Posted at 13:00h, 20 JulyThanks for stopping in Peter. This is one of the first platinum sites that I’ve seen and Jon and Inna truly delivered on it. Nice comprehensive review of the product!