VirtualREBarCamp is a One Day, All-Day, Online Real Estate BarCamp.

The REBarCamp phenomenon has exploded over the last year with dozens of in-real-life gatherings where the real estate community comes together to discuss and demystify the current trends in technology and marketing. The goal of VirtualREBarCamp is to bring this experience to you as opposed to having to bring yourself to it.

WHY GO VIRTUAL?:

For many, the time and expense of traveling to a BarCamp is a challenge. Although there are several events each month, and one sure to come to a city near you, we're providing you with the convenience of being able to participate in a similar educational environment from the comfort of your own home or office.

It happens to everyone that goes to inspirational events like REBarCamp: You learn a ton, take a bunch of notes and are fired up to apply all this new knowledge, as soon as you get home. But once you do get home and toss your notes into a drawer, your old habits and systems pick up where you left them before the event. VREBC wants to break this habit.

By changing the learning environment from one that is as distracting as it is far from your workplace, to one that is your center of productivity, you will be able to apply the things you learn from the event, immediately. Imagine learning a new way to market yourself online, or a new tool to gain greater exposure for your listings... and as you are learning these tips, you can leverage this knowledge immediately rather than waiting until you got home.

We recognize that one of the most exciting elements of the REBarCamp is the social atmosphere of getting together and networking in real life, and that by holding the whole un-conference online, we are missing out on this experience. So, in an effort to bring the social aspect of a BarCamp into this virtual model, we are planning several IRL MeetUps to be held in cities all over the country. Click here for more information on the Local MeetUps.

WHEN?:

Monday, January 4th, 2010.
The event will run from 9AM - 4PM PDT.

WHERE?:

4 simultaneous webinar break-out 'rooms' will host a total of 28 forty-five-minute presentations.

HOW MUCH?:

This event is FREE!

HOW DO I REGISTER?

Simply visit our Registration Page.

HOW DO I SIGN UP TO PRESENT?

In an effort to establish some organization in an event where neither the presenters nor attendees will be in the same physical space, we will be populating the calendar of presentations during the weeks preceding the event.

Requirements to hold a presentation are that you need to submit the following to us as a logged in registrant:

• 1. Your Name
• 2. Your Email Address.
• 3. Your Web Address
• 4. Your Presentation Title
• 5. One Sentence Description of Your Presentation.
• 6. Bulleted Outline of Your Presentation.
• 7. Preferred Time To Present. (1st come, 1st serve)

There are no guarantees for presentation slots. We will be hand selecting our speakers (28) based on registered attendee preferences and requests. To learn more please visit our Presenters page.

WHAT ABOUT THE PARTY AFTERWARDS?

I know, I know... the BarCamp culture generally includes that after-event-happy-hour. Well, that's up to you guys this time. We are looking to get as many registered In-Real-Life After Events as possible. We need volunteers who can organize these same-day events, so if you are interested in helping, please log in and let us know.

What Topics Can You Expect During VREBC?

This conference is about you, and how we can cater to your needs. Our speakers will be chosen based on your feedback. Once you have registered, you will be able to give your feedback on which topics you find most valuable.

Below is a sampling of what we expect to be covered.

• Beginner Search Engine Optimization
• Intermediate Search Engine Optimization
• Advanced Search Engine Optimization
• Blogging and Search Engines
• Nothing about Search Engines
• What is WordPress, and Why Should I Care?
• Getting Started with a self hosted WordPress website
• Popular and Effective WordPress PlugIns
• Must-Have WordPress Widegets
• Advanced WordPress Techniques
• Essential Training on Flickr for Real Estate
• Photography Techniques/Tips for Real Estate
• Digital Photography Basics
• Photoshop for Real Estate
• Using YouTube for Real Estate
• LinkedIn Business & Referral Strategies
• Selecting an IDX Company
• Single Property Websites
• Electronic Flyers and Online Classified Services
• Getting the Most Out Of Your Mobile Devices
• The iPhone and Real Estate
• Podcasting for Beiginners
• Getting Started with Video Blogging
• Advanced Video Blogging (editing, marketing)
• Video Listings
• Essential Twitter Training
• Advanced Twitter Tips.
• Preparing to Start a Real Estate Blog
• Web Traffic Statistics and Google Analytics
• Facebook for Dummies
• Doing Business on Facebook as a Real Estate Agent
• Advanced Facebook: Applications and Customizations
• Getting Started with Blogging (what to do, what to write, how often, goals, expectations)
• Blog Writing (Headlines, Formatting, Images, Video Embed, SEO, Readability, Call-To-Action).
• Why Blogggin Works: How To Generate Leads Through Blogging.
• Developing a Strong Personal Brand Offline and Online.
• HTML That Everyone Should Know.
• Using Posterous Blogs As a Real Estate Agent.