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HHI Golf Guy · 06-28-2005, 01:34 PM

A few months ago, Google purchased Keyhole, a satellite mapping service. Now, Google has released Google Earth. The basic service is free.

This could be an incredible tool for real estate web sites. At the very least, you can direct your site visitors to download the free software, then type in the address of the listing to view the surrounding area. The can view the surrounding area, local roads, buildings, and services. Very cool stuff!

I plan to purchase the Pro version ($400 subscription per year) once it is out of the Beta phase.

One caveat, you cannot zoom in on all areas. For example, our region in SC only contains basic satellite photos, and not the detail that you can find in other markets.

Oh boy - I just noticed other overlays that you can place in some markets:

- schools
- school ditricts
- crime stats
- churches

and a whole lot more!

MarcinSarasota · 06-28-2005, 04:59 PM

I have been playing with this Google Earth today. It is pretty fun to play with. It looks like to can take snap shots of areas. Perhaps, you can add them to your website.

Las Vegas Real Estate · 07-03-2005, 01:48 PM

Hmm, I will check it out as well...thanks for the post!

05-16-2006, 05:46 PM

That's pretty cool, few weeks ago they also added Europe.

Portland Real Estate · 05-17-2006, 09:53 PM

Google earth has also upgraded their speed and display. It's faster now than ever and the display now shows both state & county borders.

Haley · 03-16-2007, 08:44 AM

I know this thread has been posted a while ago...but I have to say that Google Earth is a great tool for us. I'm also thinking of buying the pro version. It will be a nice addition to my website.

Anyway, anyone know anything about MSN Virtual Earth?