The Best in Real Estate Technology: 2017 Edition

The technology that drives the real estate industry is constantly evolving, and the first half of 2017 has certainly been no exception. We all like leveraging tech that makes our jobs a little bit easier, and this year's real estate technology trends have also been great new for homebuyers so far. The virtual reality craze is already making its presence felt in the real estate world, and real estate agents and brokers are finding creative, engaging new ways to deliver content to their clients.

Let's take a closer look at the trends that have defined this year in real estate technology, along with a look ahead at what to expect from the rest of 2017.

This Year in Tech: Real Estate Technology Trends to Watch in 2017

• Virtual Reality – We're still in the early days of the virtual reality boom, but savvy real estate professionals are already finding creative ways to employ the technology. The big promise with VR is the way that it allows homebuyers to take a first-hand tour of a home, even if they currently live halfway across the country. We've still got some time before every consumer has a VR headset in their homes, but this is an important trend to watch if you want to stay on the cutting edge.

• Affordable Video – While a traditional video isn't quite as immersive as a VR experience, video content is absolutely one of the best ways to connect with your real estate audience. Affordable mobile devices make it easy for any home buyer to consume video content. If you haven't jumped on the video content bandwagon just yet, now is a great time to join the crowd.