Inman Twitter Census
Inman Community brief
By Inman News, Tuesday, November 18, 2008.Inman member and Connect NYC '09 Bloggers Connect presenter, Gahlord Dewald, wants to take a Twitter Census of all the real estate-related people using Twitter. He started a group topic in the Inman Commuity section and would like Twitter users to leave their Twitter ID in the comments. Help Gahlord out, and if you are a Twitter user, leave a comment. If you're not a Twitter user, take a look at the list of folks who are -- chances are, you'll see some familiar names. Not sure what Twitter is all about? Leave a question on the thread -- you're sure to get some enlightening answers.
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Submitted by Doug Wolfe on November 18, 2008 - 5:57am.
Okay I will ask, what is Twitter all about? How is it different from Facebook, Linkedin, MySpace, etc?
thanks
Submitted by Stephen Graham on November 18, 2008 - 6:10am.
Yes, I have a twitter account; but, still have not figured it out. http://twitter.com/newhomesgeorgia
Associate Broker | Buyer's Agent
new-homes-communities-home-builders.blogspot.com
www.georgia-new-homes.net
Submitted by Jodi Summers on November 18, 2008 - 7:52am.
http://twitter.com/JodiSummers
We're all over social media.
We believe all of it - Facebook, Linked-in, My Space, Twitter, Trulia are all raising our visibility as the web leads are becoming more frequent.
Basically, our leads are coming from the web leads and sign calls.
best,
Jodi Summers
The SoCal Investment Real Estate Group
Sotheby’s International Realty
jodi@jodisummers.com
http://www.SantaMonicaLandmarks.com
http://www.SantaMonicaPropertyBlog.com
http://www.3619motorave.jodisummers.com/
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Submitted by Emily Medvec on November 18, 2008 - 8:00am.
I confess, I am a tweet. I twitter.
My microblog handle is @EmilyMedvec
My link is http://www.twitter.com/EmilyMedvec
I microblog about what interests me as my way of making a difference. If you do not know what twitter is do a google search. It is different that Facebook, LinkedIn and MySpace because it is all about a conversation with strangers who are in fact like minded people who share common interests. It is not anything like the "friend" connections or online marketing or posting a resume. Twitter is different and in my opinion it is the pioneer of social media today. The best way to see and learn is from experience or just simply twitter. If you want to make a difference in your community and in your work, twitter is a good place to start.
Emily Medvec,Broker
Prudential Santa Fe Real Estate
Best Anytime Cell 505.660.4541
www.emilymedvec.com
www.buysantafehomes.com
www.twiter.com/EmilyMedvec
Submitted by Sally Webb on November 18, 2008 - 8:13am.
I am a tweeter although it is still fairly new to me, am also on Facebook, Activerain, Linkedin, Ecademy.
http://www.twitter.com/SallyWebb
www.Sallywebb.com
RE/MAX Whatcom Co.Inc.
Bellingham, WA. 98229
Submitted by Kelly Rusk on November 18, 2008 - 8:14am.
Doug-Twitter is a microblogging tool that allows you to post only 140 character messages at the time. I would say it's greatest value being able to find information quickly (i.e. post a question to your followers) and it's a great networking tool for finding and connecting with people with similar interests.
The more followers you have the greater the value so it does take time to build up a network, but it's definitely worth it.
If you're not sure what to "tweet" about, a good start is just posting links to interesting news stories/blogs you read.
Happy tweeting!
Kelly Rusk
Community Manager
SmartHippo.com
http://www.twitter.com/smarthippo
Submitted by Gahlord Dewald | Thoughtfaucet on November 18, 2008 - 8:40am.
Hey all,
Please note that I'm really only checking that community thread for additions to the list. So make sure to leave your comment there.
For those who are wondering what to do with twitter... I keep an archive of Twitter for Real Estate Business posts at my company blog (let me know if I'm missing anything there as well, please).
G. Dewald | Union Street Media | Real Estate Internet Marketing Blog
Submitted by Myron Lo on November 18, 2008 - 9:32am.
Twitter account: @ziprealty
Submitted by Myron Lo on November 18, 2008 - 9:46am.
Twitter account: @ziprealty
http://www.twitter.com/ziprealty
Submitted by Jonathan Miller on November 18, 2008 - 9:49am.
Jonathan Miller
twitter account: @jonathanmiller
http://www.twitter.com/jonathanmiller
Submitted by Michael Oziel on November 18, 2008 - 12:31pm.
I am using Twitter, but I have not learned it's full potential yet. It is definately an active community. I have been on for about 2 months now. I still need to learn how to use it effectively to help my RE business. I am also on Linked-in, Activerain, Facebook, and I have noticed more traffic going to my website. It takes a while for it to build up, give it 60 - 90 days and you should notice some improvement to your web traffic.
Twitter Id: http://www.twitter.com/moziel
Michael Oziel
Realty Executives PNW
michael@michaeloziel.com
Submitted by Valasie August on November 18, 2008 - 1:16pm.
I am using it in a pretty elementary fashion and what to definitely learn how to use it effectively in my business.
Twitter ID: http://www.twitter.com/valasie
Valasie (Val) August
Managing Broker
Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc
Submitted by jeff Ostrowski on November 18, 2008 - 1:43pm.
twitter.com/pbpostrealtime
The Palm Beach Post's blog about real estate, banking and the economy.
Submitted by Waco Moore on November 18, 2008 - 2:22pm.
We are starting to use it to communicate with Members, and of course to keep up with the back-channel chatter and social happenings at conventions and meetings!
@ilhm
http://www.twitter.com/ilhm
Submitted by Hilary Marsh on November 18, 2008 - 4:37pm.
twitter.com/hilarymarsh -- I blog primarily about NAR issues
Hilary Marsh, Managing Director, REALTOR.org
Submitted by Robin Benjamin on November 18, 2008 - 6:36pm.
Robin Benjamin, ABR
Accredited Buyers Representative
The Sue Adler Team
Keller Williams Premier Properties
of Essex, Union & Morris Counties
973-202-7270 cell
973-532-0217 e-fax
robin@sueadler.com
It's short and to the point. Quick and friendly communication with great support!
Submitted by Doug Wolfe on November 24, 2008 - 11:09am.
Okay I am Twittering now. I don't feel any different yet. And Kelly, I feel funny about "tweeting," but hey, what I do in the privacy of my head...........
I posted a blog on Activerain about my MySpace experience a few months ago. Of course I have no clue if I can even link it here. Probably should ask my kids.
Doug Wolfe, GRI
Long and Foster Real Estate, Inc
Phoenix, MD
410-667-1900
www.dougwolfe.com
Submitted by Stefan Swanepoel on November 30, 2008 - 12:16pm.
You can follow me at http://twitter.com/swanepoel
Stefan Swanepoel
Author: Swanepoel Trends Report
Submitted by Christy Leavine on January 18, 2009 - 4:29pm.
Even though it is a bit after the fact, I would say that I have never found much value in using twitter so I haven't spent much time using it.
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