When you get past all the confusion and hype, what is "big data," really? And what does it mean for you?

The managing director of NAR's Center for REALTOR® Technology sat down with REALTOR® Magazine to help you determine the best tablet for your needs.

Changing perspectives among consumers and real estate professionals are shaking up the classic real estate brokerage. Find out how real estate businesses can thrive in a shifting market.

You’re making connections on social networks, generating traffic to your blog, and drawing consumers to your site via search results. All of that doesn’t mean much if you aren’t getting those connections to supply their contact info, request more information about your services or listings, or ask for an appointment.

When it comes to technology, you shouldn’t let the hype around the latest and greatest solutions prevent you from considering affordable products that can meet your standards. Here’s a snapshot of what’s available at both the high and low ends in three categories of products widely considered to be “must haves” for real estate professionals. 

Experts in real estate technology argue that online media is causing real problems for practitioners and consumers and how they connect with each other. What are these issues, and what can you do about them?

• Despite common warnings to not be too promotional on social networks, 48 percent post listings on Facebook.
• 91 percent of agents use social media.
• The most popular mobile device operating system is Google’s Android, at 35 percent. Apple’s iOS is second at 28 percent.
• Sixty-three percent of agents and 73 percent of brokers spent more...

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Our look at 2011's tech essentials tackles tablets.

To help you get the most from your technology, we’ve rounded up expert tips, shortcuts, and resources. Time to start learning!