Tech Tips
How to Add Headers and Footers to a Microsoft Word Document
Saturday, November 1st, 2008Have you ever wondered how to get that copyright or contact information into the bottom of a Microsoft Word document so that it shows up on every page? It’s easy to do, using the ‘Header and Footer” toolbar.
Here’s how:
1. In the top horizontal menu click “View”
2. From the pull-down menu that appears, click “Header [...]
How to Put a Contact Form on Your Website
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008These days there are some great online services that make it easy to build web forms that you can link to from your website, blog or emails. One of my favorites is Formspring, due to its ease of use, friendly interface and multiple pricing options (including a free version.)
Just to be clear, it’s MUCH better [...]
Dynamic Drive Has Great Tools for Your Real Estate Website
Monday, August 4th, 2008If you’re a bit of a techie you should know about a great site I was referred to by Seattle pet photographer Jamie Plughoeft (you can check out her excellent dog and cat photos at www.cowbelly.com.)
It’s called Dynamic Drive, and you can find javascript and dynamic html script to create all kinds of cool features [...]
Walkscore is a Cool Tool for Agents and Homebuyers
Thursday, July 31st, 2008Here’s a good resource for agents working with homebuyers who need to know how close a property is to amenities like shops, parks and libraries. If you’re in one of 40 major metropolitan areas in the U.S. just plug the address into Walkscore and you’ll immediately see the amenities plotted out on a map around [...]
How to Buy a Domain Name on GoDaddy
Thursday, July 24th, 2008If you’re a real estate agent you need your own domain name. (Yes, even if you don’t have a website yet!) Get one in just a few minutes on GoDaddy.com.
How to Add an Email Newsletter Signup Link to All Outgoing Emails
Thursday, July 24th, 2008If you have an email newsletter, it’s easy to encourage people to sign up for it just by adding a link and a call to action to the signature line of all your regular emails. Here’s a quick video showing how to do it.