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Trulia tries harder, Alon Chaver speaks up

WAV Group works with brokers and MLSs who have been fed up and frustrated with the data quality on third party listing websites like Trulia, Zillow and others. We study and measure the problem in detail - and have published countless articles, papers, and reports on the topic. Frankly, the discussion about the ills of listing syndication are getting tired and laborious. It is the same stuff regurgitated over and over again. But today, a shining light appeared in an article on RE Technology. Trulia launched a dedicated effort to make a difference. Today, Trulia announced that they are moving to a [...]

By Victor Lund|2018-05-03T21:24:43-07:00January 30th, 2013|Broker Technology Research, Main category, MLS Insights|2 Comments

PCMS positions for growth in 2013

Atlanta, GA (January 29, 2013) - PCMS founder and chief visionary, Jose Perez, today announced several key personnel decisions designed to support expansion plans in 2013. The company plans to leverage the success it has experienced since its founding in 2008 to provide a higher level of value and support to its clients and the industry in general. Former Realogy Regional Vice President, June Huber, recently joined PCMS as Vice President of Business Development for the Western United States. Based in Southern California, Ms. Huber brings over 20 years of real estate, mortgage and title experience to PCMS. "I had [...]

By Victor Lund|2018-05-03T21:24:43-07:00January 29th, 2013|Broker-Agent Information, Main category, Press Releases|Comments Off

Time is Running Out!

RE Technology is hosting an exciting 60-minute webinar with Cartavi and DocuSign on: January 29, 2013 at 10:00 am PST, 12 pm CST, 1 pm EST to learn how you can leverage your iPad and become mobile and paperless agent. The presenters of this interactive webinar will show you how to take advantage of the cloud, your iPad and technology such as DocuSign and Cartavi to better serve your clients from wherever you are. Take your business to the next level by saving time, saving money and providing your clients with an exceptional level of service when and where they [...]

By Marilyn Wilson|2018-05-03T21:24:43-07:00January 25th, 2013|Broker Technology Research, Broker-Agent Information, Main category|Comments Off

MOVE, INC. ACQUIRES eFROGPOND, INC. ASSETS TO EXPAND MARKETING SOLUTIONS

SAN JOSE, Calif., January 14, 2013 – Move, Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE) today announced the expansion of its suite of free marketing tools with the acquisition of certain assets of eFrogPond, Inc. an integrated communications and marketing solutions provider best known for its Housing Trends eNewsletter. This acquisition signifies an enhancement to the Move, Inc. series of industry-leading marketing solutions. Move, Inc. is the operator of TOP PRODUCER Systems and REALTOR.com. The Housing Trends eNewsletter will continue to function in its present form and Top Producer Systems CRM subscribers can distribute Housing Trends eNewsletters automatically to their customers. Going forward, subscribers can [...]

By Victor Lund|2018-05-03T21:24:43-07:00January 15th, 2013|Broker-Agent Information, Marketing, Press Releases|Comments Off

For CoreLogic, Customer Focus Starts At The Top

CoreLogic is a solid company with solid earnings, low debt, and large cash reserves. As of late, their stock has performed very well. Much of their favor in the markets has been driven by the company’s focus on becoming more customer-centric in their approach to business. In a press release today, the media was provided with a taste of the new CoreLogic business strategy under the leadership of senior company executive, George Livermore. Livermore’s title was previously group executive and executive vice president for the Data & Analytics segment of CoreLogic. Today, George Livermore was named Group Executive, Global Sales [...]

By Victor Lund|2018-05-03T21:24:43-07:00January 14th, 2013|Main category, Press Releases|1 Comment

It’s Time To Work Together And Raise The Bar
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It’s Time To Work Together And Raise The Bar

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It’s Time To Work Together And Raise The Bar

We run into the discussion/disagreement, call it what you will, on a regular basis during MLS strategic planning meetings on what the actual role of the MLS should be and what technology it should deliver. This conversation will differ somewhat from MLS to MLS depending on the make up of the largest brokers in the MLS but there is typically a push back from the larger brokers who feel the MLS should not provide technology that "levels the playing field", to use the the phrase we have all heard too much. I really understand this argument because it seems to [...]

By WAV Group|2018-05-03T21:24:43-07:00January 14th, 2013|Main category|1 Comment

TheMLS/CLAW seeking Systems/Network Administrator

POSITION TITLE: Systems/Network Administrator REPORTS TO: Director of Product Development and IT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt Opportunity TheMLS.com is seeking to hire a seasoned systems and network professional for the position of Systems/Network Administrator. This position will be responsible for maintaining a reliable and robust environment to host the company’s multiple listing service technologies and infrastructure. The Systems/Network Administrator will be monitor, manage and maintain the network infrastructure and the production server environments of two datacenter colocation facilities. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, highly independent and proactive to help the company provide an industry-leading customer experience. ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION: TheMLS is [...]

By Marilyn Wilson|2018-05-03T21:24:43-07:00January 11th, 2013|Main category|Comments Off

Immobel seeking VP of Sales and Business Development

POSITION TITLE: VP Sales and Business Development REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer CLASSIFICATION: Exempt Opportunity Immobel is seekng to hire a senior sales director, for the position of VP Sales and Business Development to actively generate new broker customers as well as developing joint ventures and marketing partnerships to dramatically expand the global footprint of Immobel. This position will have three main responsibilities in the short-term. First, the successful candidate will engage large brokers to discuss the potential of building an online International marketing presence with the Immobel platform. Second, the position will help [...]

By Marilyn Wilson|2018-05-03T21:24:44-07:00January 9th, 2013|Main category|Comments Off

TheMLS.com Senior .Net Developer Position Available

Opportunity TheMLS.com is seekng to hire a seasoned developer for the position of Senior .NET Developer . They are looking for a full time programmer with solid ASP/.NET/C# experience to design, develop, test and modify web based applications to join our Los Angeles based company. This position is looking for someone with excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and writing skills. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, highly independent and proactive to help the company provide an industry-leading customer experience. ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION: TheMLS is one of the leading multiple listing service organizations in the country, serving approximately 11,000 real estate professionals in the Greater Los Angeles [...]

By Marilyn Wilson|2018-05-03T21:24:44-07:00January 8th, 2013|Main category, MLS Insights|Comments Off

CoreLogic Reports Good News on Shadow Inventory For 2013

CoreLogic released their projections on Shadow Inventory for 2013 which indicate good news for all in the housing industry. The new numbers show a 12.3% drop from October 2011. Shadow Inventory Seen as Manageable in 2013 Current residential shadow inventory as of October 2012 fell to 2.3 million units*, representing a supply of seven months. The October inventory level represents a 12.3 percent drop from October 2011, when shadow inventory stood at 2.6 million units. Click here to download the full Shadow Inventory report. Data Highlights As of October 2012, shadow inventory fell to 2.3 million units, or seven months’ supply, and [...]

By WAV Group|2018-05-03T21:24:44-07:00January 3rd, 2013|Main category|Comments Off

Internet Explorer Is 3x faster than Firefox

I am a Mac. It pains me to look at this data, but the data is accurate, statistically relevant, and conclusive. The Explorer browser is faster than Firefox, with more features. I do not exactly know where Explorer lost its reputation as the internet browser of choice. Like most preferences, it likely happened gradually as consumers were attracted to shiny new objects. I must admit that there was a time when I flocked to any new browser that I could get my hands on... ergo, my tender relationship with Opera and the socially networked browser called RockMelt. Frequently, software is [...]

By Victor Lund|2018-05-03T21:24:44-07:00December 29th, 2012|Main category|1 Comment

REALTORS Really Hitting It Off A Few Rows Back On Airplane

PHOENIX—According to sources currently seated in rows 14 through 18 aboard flight 763, two middle-aged REALTORS® are really hitting it off during the trip to Inman in New York. Using terms like “AVM” and “CMA,” the slightly overweight, average-looking men are reportedly engaged in a detailed discussion about overwhelmingly exciting work-related topics and, sources said, seem to be getting along great. “They got to talking as soon as we boarded, and you could tell they just clicked right away,” said 31-year-old Camille Catteano of 16B, adding that one of the men, upon looking up from his REALTOR Magazine™, immediately recognized [...]

By Victor Lund|2018-05-03T21:24:44-07:00December 28th, 2012|Broker Technology Research, Main category|Comments Off