Comments on: Online Services Will Destroy MLS and Real Estate Agents Stranglehold

By: Greg

Greg — Fri, 14 Apr 2006 23:48:17 +0000

You can buy a car online, but a home is just too personal. No matter where you find the data about a house you still have to see it in person and walk throught the front door. Unless it feels right you won’t buy it. If there are any problems with the house the first thing you’ll want is an agent. I’m glad everyone has access to the real estate data. The customers are so much more informed and easier to work with.

By: David Roney

David Roney — Fri, 14 Apr 2006 16:57:14 +0000

I’m not worried about the online powerhouses taking away clients. Zillow’s data are inaccurate and don’t take into account aesthetic upgrades in addition to many other factors. I had a client just a few minutes ago call me about something they found on Google that appeared to come on the market yesterday. I checked MLS and the property closed 2 years ago – same price, same realtor. Nice work Google. Computers are a wonderful tool, but can never replace the discerning mind.

By: Abe Hoffman

Abe Hoffman — Wed, 12 Apr 2006 17:56:41 +0000

http://www.HomePriceMaps.com integrates how much homes SOLD for in your area as well as nationwide using the google mapping technology. If you don’t see data for your area simply email HomePriceMaps@gmail.com with your zipcode and or address and they’ll update the site and email you within a few days.