{"id":523,"date":"2013-04-06T20:52:22","date_gmt":"2013-04-07T03:52:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ingridjarisz.com\/blog\/?p=523"},"modified":"2013-04-06T20:54:13","modified_gmt":"2013-04-07T03:54:13","slug":"5-mobile-apps-to-make-homebuying-easier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ingridjarisz.com\/blog\/5-mobile-apps-to-make-homebuying-easier\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Mobile Apps to Make Homebuying Easier"},"content":{"rendered":"<article>\n<header>\n<aside>There is now a mobile app for just about anything. The 5 iPhone and iPad apps below will help make the home buying process a little bit easier. From\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.scottdawson.ca\/rates\/iphone-calculators\/\">mortgage calculations<\/a>\u00a0to moving organization. There\u2019s an app for that!<\/aside>\n<aside><\/aside>\n<\/header>\n<section><a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Fzoocasa-real-estate-search%252Fid301743811%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\" target=\"itunes_store\">Zoocasa Real Estate Search<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Fzoocasa-real-estate-search%252Fid301743811%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\" target=\"itunes_store\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Zoocasa Real Estate Search\" src=\"http:\/\/ax.phobos.apple.com.edgesuite.net\/images\/web\/linkmaker\/badge_appstore-sm.gif\" \/><\/a><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"Zoocasa iPhone App\" alt=\"Zoocasa iPhone App\" src=\"http:\/\/www.scottdawson.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/iphone-lg-150x150.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/section>\n<section><\/section>\n<section>Searching for real estate in Canada just got easier! Take advantage of Zoocasa\u2019s powerful search technology to save time and energy to search homes for sale nearby. With one touch you will be able to see all properties for sale around your location displayed on a Google map. Narrowing your search is fast and easy by filtering on Price, Beds and Baths. View details including a photo and agent contact information. Include family and friends in the fun by emailing them the details with one tap!<\/section>\n<section>Features<br \/>\n\u2022 Find homes for sale near you by using iPhone\u2019s built in GPS<br \/>\n\u2022 Touch quick link to see a description, photo of the home and agent information<br \/>\n\u2022 Get directions to the home you\u2019re viewing from where you are<br \/>\n\u2022 Customize your search by filtering for price, beds and baths<\/section>\n<section>\u2022 Email the details to friends, family or agent<\/section>\n<section>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Frealtor-ca%252Fid408873309%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\">Realtor.ca iPhone App<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Frealtor-ca%252Fid408873309%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\" target=\"itunes_store\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"REALTOR.ca - The Canadian Real Estate Association\" src=\"http:\/\/ax.phobos.apple.com.edgesuite.net\/images\/web\/linkmaker\/badge_appstore-sm.gif\" \/><\/a><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"Realtor.ca iPhone App\" alt=\"Realtor.ca iPhone App\" src=\"http:\/\/www.scottdawson.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/mzl.tzmwdgkm.320x480-75-150x150.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>REALTOR.ca is a free app offered by The Canadian Real Estate Association. It allows users to search for homes and property across Canada and to connect with REALTORS for more detailed information. The app will even connect you with a REALTOR to view, buy or sell a property.<\/p>\n<p>REALTOR.ca is the most visited real estate website in Canada. The app will provide consumers with the same functionality and detail they get from REALTOR.ca while taking advantage of iPhone device features such as GPS and being able to add open house details to the calendar on the device .<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scottdawson.ca\/mobile\">Verico Mobile Mortgage Calculators<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"iPhone Mortgage Calculators\" alt=\"iPhone Mortgage Calculators\" src=\"http:\/\/www.scottdawson.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/iPhone-200x300-150x150.png\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>The most sophisticated and accurate Canadian mortgage calculators available. This tool gives you advanced insight into how much mortgage you may qualify for, what your payments may be, what share of your expenses your mortgage will take up and how much income would be required to afford your dream home.<\/p>\n<p>Features:<br \/>\n\u2022 Mortgage Payment Calculator<br \/>\n\u2022 Purchase Financing Calculator<br \/>\n\u2022 Income Qualifier Calculator<br \/>\n\u2022 The latest interest rates<br \/>\n\u2022 Amortization tables<br \/>\n\u2022 Expense and payment charts<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Fthe-essential-real-estate%252Fid320027246%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\">The Essential Real Estate Dictionary<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Fthe-essential-real-estate%252Fid320027246%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\" target=\"itunes_store\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Essential Real Estate Dictionary - Sourcebooks, Inc.\" src=\"http:\/\/ax.phobos.apple.com.edgesuite.net\/images\/web\/linkmaker\/badge_appstore-sm.gif\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"Esential Real Estate Dictionary\" alt=\"Esential Real Estate Dictionary\" src=\"http:\/\/www.scottdawson.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/mzl.dbndbkdb.320x480-75-150x150.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>The Essential Real Estate Dictionary app is an up-to-date, authoritative reference, containing over 3,300 entries and phrases explaining the most commonly used real estate terms in clear, concise, easy-to-understand language.<\/p>\n<p>Features:<br \/>\n\u2022 Over 3,300 terms, entire 400 page text found in The Essential Real Estate Dictionary.<br \/>\n\u2022 Includes real estate related images which accompany select terms.<br \/>\n\u2022 Fully searchable including letter-by-letter, real-time progressive search.<br \/>\n\u2022 Search by word, abbreviation and meaning.<br \/>\n\u2022 Clear and concise index interface.<br \/>\n\u2022 Save favorite terms for quick reference.<br \/>\n\u2022 Learn new words quickly with \u201cShow Me Random Word\u201d feature.<br \/>\n\u2022 No internet connection is required to run app.<br \/>\n\u2022 Both iPhone and iPod Touch compatible.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Fstate-farm-movetools%252Fid413727217%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\">MoveTools<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/stat?id=xsAos5ffQGU&amp;offerid=146261&amp;type=3&amp;subid=0&amp;tmpid=1826&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fca%252Fapp%252Fstate-farm-movetools%252Fid413727217%253Fmt%253D8%2526uo%253D4%2526partnerId%253D30\" target=\"itunes_store\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"State Farm MoveTools\u2122 - State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company\" src=\"http:\/\/ax.phobos.apple.com.edgesuite.net\/images\/web\/linkmaker\/badge_appstore-sm.gif\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"Movetools\" alt=\"Movetools\" src=\"http:\/\/www.scottdawson.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/03\/mzl.ljgubdvh.480x480-75-150x150.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>Use MoveTools to plan your tasks, pack and organize your stuff, and manage your entire move from start to finish. Say good-bye to the multiple to-do lists or the moving binder, and to sitting in a room full of half-packed boxes with packing labels stuck to your jeans. MoveTools gives you a fresh approach to planning a move: all the resources you need, in one place. And you can customize its features to create the moving experience that\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n<p>Features:<br \/>\n\u2022 A week-by-week checklist of 34 moving tasks. Enter your move date, and add specific tasks to make a personalized to-do list.<br \/>\n\u2022 An interactive packing screen. Go room-by-room in your house, and virtually pack and organize all your stuff.<br \/>\n\u2022 Smart labels with unique QR codes. Label your boxes, and use a smart phone to read the labels and reveal the contents of any box without opening it.<br \/>\n\u2022 An inventory of all your possessions and the boxes in which they\u2019re located. Search your inventory to find any item. And make notes about items, including value, as you go.<br \/>\n\u2022 Interactive articles and graphics help you deal with many of the challenges of moving.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n<aside id=\"post-author\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright\" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/1.gravatar.com\/avatar\/33b60ebeb3b18075192bfba1b9412121?s=70&amp;d=http%3A%2F%2F1.gravatar.com%2Favatar%2Fad516503a11cd5ca435acc9bb6523536%3Fs%3D70&amp;r=G\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" \/><\/div>\n<div>\n<h3>About Scott Dawson<\/h3>\n<p>Scott Dawson is a mortgage broker based out of Vancouver, British Columbia. Since the start of his career Scott has used Social Media to build his personal brand awareness and establish relationships with clients &amp; referral sources. Scott is also well respected for his knowledge within the the mortgage industry and has been featured in Canadian Mortgage Broker News, Canadian Living, Moneyville, MoneySense Magazine and The Toronto Star. You can also find him on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/plus.google.com\/u\/0\/103662071012836810001?rel=author\" rel=\"author\">Google+<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/sdd\">Twitter<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is now a mobile app for just about anything. The 5 iPhone and iPad apps below will help make the home buying process a little bit easier. From\u00a0mortgage calculations\u00a0to moving organization. There\u2019s an app for that! Zoocasa Real Estate Search\u00a0 Searching for real estate in Canada just got easier! 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