VirtualTour Basics
A VirtualTour is more than just photos, it's an online tour of a home.
Anatomy of a VirtualTour
Photos, House Info, Area Info and more
A VirtualTour is an online photo-based tour of a property, commonly used in real estate. The main focus is on the photos, of course, but there are many other components, including:
- A detailed text description of the property.
- Downloadable documents, such as a property flyer or floorplan.
- Maps and information about the neighborhood.
- A contact form and information about the listing agent.
History of The VirtualTour
According to a wikipedia article on the VirtualTour, the first virtual tour went online in 1994 and let visitors see a historical view of Dudley Castle in England.
Virtual-Tour Pricing
Virtual-tour pricing varies, from $20-$50 per virtual-tour. Many virtual tour providers also charge a setup fee, sometimes as high as $200. My Real Estate Virtual Tour offers simple pricing of just $9 a month for unlimited tours, with no setup charge.
My Virtual Tour also offers a free trial, with no commitment and no credit card required. You can add all your photos and see how everything looks online, before purchasing anything.
Additional VirtualTour Uses
Tours can be used for more than just real estate sales. Many individuals are starting to use them for real estate rentals also. They can help cut down on unnecessary and time wasting appointments, since potential renters have a better sense of the property.
They're also popular with venues, such as wedding and event venues. Since the look and feel of the venue location is the main aspect, a photo-driven online tour makes it easy for online viewers to size up the venue.




