Monday, August 29, 2011

New add-on! PRO video edit! - a "one-stop-shop" video

Now introducing the PRO video! What we have done is added many popular features to the video to really set you apart from the rest!

There is still just a small % of agents using real full-motion video (not a still slide show) and they are picking up listings at a faster pace because sellers and our clients know this:

Video tours are up to 83 times more likely to get your listing in the top 5 of Google, and are 17 times more likely to be clicked.

Now let's make it even more about YOU, the agent, and more about the property!

The PRO video includes a splash screen in the beginning and end all about YOU. We design this for you.

It now includes a Google Earth Flydown where at the end we show the nearest schools

We have added a property description page after your branding image.

What else will we do? We will promote the BRANDED video (complete with your branded splash screen and all other information) to all the video sites and blogs that we normally go to. This is great as now your branding would be included IN the video, not just in the description below the video.

Perhaps the best part? The places we promote to rank high and they all point back to YOU...

Here is a sample video - first one is the branded one that we promote for you, the second one is same property, just unbranded for the MLS.


Tuesday, March 22, 2011

More Synchronized Narration

NOTE: You may have up to 7 "blocks" of descriptive text with a word limit total of 150.
A good tool for counting words is to copy/paste into WordCountTool.com

    Here is a Sample with the maximum of 7 "blocks" of descriptive text:
    (1) The living room features hardwood floors and a custom woodburning fireplace
    (2) the fantastic modern kitchen features granite countertops and new stainless steel top line appliances
    (3) Just off the kitchen is a beautiful 4 seasons room with cathedral ceilings and a gas fireplac
    (4) The master bedroom features 2 walk-in closets and a master bath with a glass shower and jetted tub
    (5) the lower level features a huge family room with fireplace with 2 adjacent bedrooms and a walkout to a beautiful landscaped lot
    (6) Out back is a pole barn workshop that would be great for a woodshop or hobby area
    (7) Home is close to schools, shopping, parks and roads for easy access...

    Wednesday, November 3, 2010

    Wisconsin Real Estate Video - hits!


    Well, here is a quick summary of just a few properties we have recently listed in our Wisconsin Real Estate Video blog...found here. Again, just a small sampling of over 300 properties listed on here.

    The best part? They all link back to YOU!

    Perhaps the other best part? They are MOBILE friendly - including the recent videos here and into the future!

    Let's not forget we also post to our local community blogs as well as TWEET your properties to over 2,000 folks and growing!

    2621 Bass, Cottage Grove - posted TODAY (11/3) - 54 views
    2776 Jasmine, Fitchburg - posted 11/2 - 108 views
    Custom home built by Alterra Designs - posted 10/28 - 212 views
    2873 Larkspur, Fitchburg - posted 10/10 - 746 views


    Friday, October 22, 2010

    Sustainable Showcase

    Coming Saturday, October 23rd, 2010!

    Join us for the first Sustainable Showcase, presented by MGE and organized
    by the Madison Area

    Builders Association (MABA), the Wisconsin Mortgage Bankers Association -
    Madison Chapter (WMBA), the National Association of the Remodeling Industry
    (NARI), and the REALTORS® Association of South Central Wisconsin (RASCW).

    This one day Open House event across the Madison area will open up for tour
    Greenbuilt Certified homes and renovations as well as projects that have
    participated in Home Performance with Energy Star. The proceeds of the event
    will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Dane County.

    The showcase will contain a mix of new, remodeled and existing homes that
    were built with the Green Built Home certification. Properties will highlight many
    different “green” principles and products including renewable energy, energy
    efficient construction, water conservation and more throughout the Dane County
    area.

    The Tour will be taking place on Saturday, October 23rd, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    with an after-tour party at Habitat ReStore located at 208 Cottage Grove Road,
    Madison. Please join us for food, music and informational booths featuring MGE,
    Focus on Energy, Window Design Center and more!

    Tuesday, August 3, 2010

    Thank you everyone!

    “Patrick is someone you can trust to get the job done well and on time. His product looks professional and my clients are always impressed. Great value, especially in this economy.” August 2, 2010


    “I have worked with Pat Laemmrich and his virtual tour business for more than five years. In my opinion, there is no one who cares more or does more to meet the needs of his real estate clients. Pat's color photos are stunning. And he has his work done and available to you as the client very quickly, sometimes just a matter of hours later. And his help through the online marketing Pat does for his clients is beyond compare. Pat is the only professional I know who routinely lets you know when he is going out of town or on vacation so he can schedule your work and not create a hardship for his agent clients. I've worked with Pat for more than five years for one simple reason -- Pat puts more effort into his profession, his product and ensuring its marketing success than any other virtual tour photographer I have ever encountered. Your search begins and ends with Pat Laemmrich!” June 21, 2010


    “We have hired Patrick in the past but not consistently. We thought that we would take our own photos and save money. As of this year we realized what a great service Patrick provides and the great value of it. Besides the value of having professional photos and tours we find value in the saving in our time. Our clients have told us on multiple occasions how wonderful the photos look of their homes. Patrick is a very personable and professional individual. He has earned our support and continued business.” May 24, 2010


    “Patrick really knows his stuff, and can really help market property with his technology and expertise!!” April 25, 2010


    “I can count on Patrick to produce great pictures, panoramic views, and videos for my new listings. He is flexible in scheduling and prompt at getting the results to me so I can bring my listings up with the maximum number of pictures. I consider Pat to be part of my team!” February 11, 2010


    “Pat is a very personable fellow and does a great job. I highly recommend his services.”August 31, 2009


    “Pat Laemmrich has been taking photos, vitual tours and now videos since I was introduced to him 2 years ago. He is efficient, works well with sellers and agents, takes beautiful photos/virtual tours and gets it loaded in a timely manner!! I've even had competitors compliment my pictures. I would recommend him to anyone looking for professional photos!” July 29, 2009


    “Patrick has been doing a nice job for us and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a virtual tour.” July 20, 2009


    “Pat is an expert at not only photography, but virtual tours and videography. He is always on time for all appointments and very personable to work with. He is very creative and is very timely with delivery of his product. I have worked with Pat for over 5 years now and I would want no one else to take all of my professional photography.”July 18, 2009


    “Patrick has created virtual tours for my company and he has also worked with me through the Madison Area Builders Association to create an online marketing/mapping system. Everything turned out great! I appreciated his service and how he worked to meet our specific needs at MABA.” July 15, 2009

    “Patrick is great to work with. He responds very quickly and tries his best to be available to fit the clients schedule, even on short notice. I have recommended his work and will continue to do so.” July 11, 2009


    “We like working with Pat because he is trustworthy and we know he'll do what he says with the highest level of service possible. He is reliable, we can count on him to do what he says he is going to do it and on time! Pat's services are varied and he is flexible so that you get the best service tailored to your needs. I highly recommend his services. Alvarado Real Estate Group June 2009” June 26, 2009


    “Unconditionally recommend Pat and his work! Increases showings because the photos bring the property to life! Cutting edge ideas and service offerings, great value, makes me look smart! Reliable and trustworthy! Part of my competitive edge.” June 24, 2009


    “Pat's photos and virtual tours are exceptional. I like that he is always improving his service and product. He makes me look good. Glad to have Pat and his business as a service to offer to my clients.” June 24, 2009


    “Patrick enhanced the Wisconsin REALTORS Association 2008 Fall Convention golfing outing.by taking pictures of each foursome. After the golfing outing, their pictures were displayed at the Whirligig Online Marketing booth. Patrick's professional and friendly manner made everyone feel comfortable.” June 24, 2009

    “Patrick's services were essential to our marketing strategy for two seperate condominium projects. The value and quality at which he provides these services is also unsurpassed.” June 24, 2009


    “Simply put, Pat helps us sell real estate. His work is exceptional, and he is always quick to address our questions and the needs of our clients. Our client's appreciate Pat's work so much that we now include his services as a standard element in our home and condo marketing plans.” June 24, 2009


    “Pat is a very talented photographer! He is a vital part of my business and helps me to promote in the most professional, inovative and positive manner with the highest of quality & value to help me, help my clients, succeed. Pat always goes above and beyond and is a very appreciated 'talent' and integral part of my success. I highly recommend him and his services!” June 23, 2009


    “Pat did a great job taking some pictures that we used on our website for Rob Bailey's Pro-Shop. He had a different twist to things and came up with some new perspectives! Rob” June 23, 2009

    “Patrick does great professional video and photography work. Very personable and service driven. I would highly recommend him and his tour services to anyone. Mark Passerby” June 23, 2009


    “Pat has done a great job for our company and I'd definately recommend him to others!”June 23, 2009


    “Pat was a pleasure to work with. I'd be happy to hire him again to do virtual tours and real estate photography.” June 23, 2009


    “I have just started using Patrick & his company Whirligig, to photograph, videotape and do virtual tours for my most recent Real Estate listings. So far, I love his work! The picture quality is awesome, the virtual tours and videos are excellent and very professional. I would recommend him without hesitation.” June 23, 2009


    “Working with Patrick and Whirligig to market my listings was a great move!” June 23, 2009


    “Patrick is a pleasure to with with. He takes pride in his profession and gets the job posted in a timely manner, which is so important in real estate. I highly recommend Patrick. Jayne Katers, Realtor” June 23, 2009


    Friday, June 25, 2010

    Mortgage rates lowest ever...30 year fixed dipped to a new low: http://ping.fm/72RoD

    Tuesday, June 8, 2010

    WhirligigHD now offering TotalWhirl!


    Are YOU on the cutting edge of promoting your listings to the world? No?
    Use TOTAL-Whirl!

    If you have every thought “I just need someone to do all this technology stuff for me, then your wish has been granted. You’ve asked, we’re answering. We have created a new service called TOTAL-Whirl.

    Are you paying a Virtual Assistant hundreds a month? Think of us as your own personal technology guru taking care of all your back end technology and getting it where it needs to go - ON YOUR BEHALF - cheaper, better, and with more exposure for you and your listings. Place your order, consider it done…

    This will boost your viewer-ship on your listings AND YOU by a lot...and it has a lead-generation tool automatically built-in.

    TOTAL-Whirl is our newest technology package. TOTAL-Whirl lets you concentrate on what you do best – listing and selling real state. Give us a little information, and we’ll do it for you. Visit our site to see our regular photo and video services, as well as the complete TOTAL-Whirl package.

    • $99 setup fee

    • $99 a year maintenance

    • $15 per listing


    We promote your listing to all the major sites as well as a few other places that get a lot of exposure - including European sites!

    Have you looked at your statistics of how many views you get from the MLS ListHub sites? One property we researched received 3 (THREE) views in one MONTH...when we posted it, it received over 300 in one WEEK.

    Will it sell your home for you? No. Will it get more viewers and put you on the cutting edge? Yes. Will it help you get other listings? Definitely.

    What else will we do? We will provide your web admin staff, upon request:

    • a map of any area complete with all MLS listings dynamically generated

    • listing "widgets" to display all your listings or any one in particular

    • Email Signature widget for your listings

    • RSS feeds for your listings that can be promoted

    • and other nifty tools!

    Place your order, consider it done!

    What’s the Benefit of all this? Get more exposure and "search engine friendly" URLs of your properties, while at the same time get YOU more exposure. You can finally be viewed as high-tech agent that someone will CERTAINLY want to list their home with. Come visit us at