Episode 6: Drones at Work--Real Estate
Joe and Fenity tell you all about how drones are being used in the real estate business. But first some shocking news involving drones and sex toys?!
Drones, Sex Toys and Narcotics!
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New Delhi Television recently reported authorities at the New Delhi Airport have confiscated thousands of drones, sex toys and narcotics trying to be brought into India.
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If you are going traveling, make sure you check local drone laws. Some countries charge a duty fee for a drone and some outright prohibit drones.
Commercial Drone Will Generate Billions
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A report from Tractica says drones will create 792 million in revenue in 2017
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By 2025, Tractica predicts the market will rise to $12.6 billion, with two-thirds of the revenue coming from drone-based services rather than hardware. Services are KING!
Drones in Real Estate
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According to a market report from Goldman Sachs, the addressable market for drones in real estate is $265 million by 2020.
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Drones can help real estate with video and images to show off property and surrounding neighborhood. They also are being used for virtual tours.
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According to statistics from Multiple Listing Services (MLS), homes with aerial drone images sold 68% faster than homes with standard images.
Tips from a Real Estate Agent
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Drones help your listing stand out. Drone images and video look great online.
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Have a realistic price for your service, agents have set budgets and don't get paid until a house sells.
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Have the skills and take control of the drone situation. Agents don't know drones, so make it easy for them.
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Be timely with showing up, doing the job, and turnaround on product.
FAA Refund!
Now you can get your $5 back from FAA drone registration.
