Who all is excited for the new iPhone? I’m sure some of you have already pre-ordered and are waiting on the anticipated arrival of your new device. What are you most excited about with the new device and operating system? For some it maybe the faster speed or better camera, but I’m most excited for all of the new features for real estate professionals. Whether you’re a realtor, potential buyer or seller, you may find this new technology extremely helpful. Below are a few key pointers to look for.

• Homesnap, which allows users to see the property lines to a property they’re walking. 
• PLNAR, generates floor plans without the need to manually measure and document room dimensions.
• Magicplan, allows users to create floor plans while walking and automatically computes the required amount of materials for DIY projects, such as paint or flooring, based on the plan dimensions. 
• Houzz- whose View in My Room 3D feature allows users to preview more than 500,000 images of furniture and decor products from the Houzz Shop and move them around and position them to see how they look. 

Here a link to an article with more information on these features. 

https://www.inman.com/2017/09/19/thanks-apple-real-estate-apps-just-got-a-huge-ar-boost/?utm_campaign=AddThis&utm_source=email&utm_medium=social#.WcOuqjENXTI.email

I look forward to hearing your thoughts and opinions on the latest from Apple. 

Take Care, 

Duke Rountree 

 Rountree Realty wishes everyone across of the State of Florida a safe few days while preparing for Hurricane Irma. Please take proper precautions in order to prepare your families and home for the hurricane. Here are a few tips while preparing for a hurricane. 

Preparation for a Hurricane

Below is a checklist of a few things to consider while preparing. 

• Have an evacuation plan and know where the emergency shelters are in your area. Check your local Sheriffs office website or  with your local School Board for a list of emergency shelters. 
• Put together an emergency supply kit. Make sure you include flashlights, batteries, disinfectant wipes, first aid supplies, non-perishable foods, water, etc. 
• Create a family emergency communication plan. Whether your family is in one home or several homes have a communication plan. There are also several local alert systems for emergency notifications. 
• Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest setting possible. That away if you loose power your food will be as cold as possible to last longer while you’re without power. 
• Try to keep all cell phones fully charged and use as minimal as possible. Adjust phone settings such as apps, usage, display settings, etc. to help keep your phone charged as long as possible. 
• Secure all loose items on the exterior of your home such as patio furniture, rain gutters, tree limbs and overgrown bushes, etc. 
• Keep your vehicles gas level as full as possible. Also check fluid levels as well as tire pressure to make sure you car is ready for travel just in case you need to evacuate with short notice. 

After a Hurricane

Here is list of things to do once the hurricane has past. 

• Check with local authorities for updates and instructions. 
• Check-In with family members to make sure everyone is okay. 
• Watch out for power lines down and debris. 
• If your property has damage from the hurricane please take photos as soon as possible. Your insurance provider may require photos in order to process a claim. 
• If you can do anything to prevent further damage to your property please do so. 

We hope you find this information helpful while preparing for Hurricane Irma. We will continue to think about your families in the upcoming days. 

Take Care, 

Your Rountree Realty Family