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Wed, May 20, 2009 ZipRealty: ZipRealty Receives a 2009 "Webware 100" Award for Commerce
EMERYVILLE, CA--(Marketwire - May 20, 2009) - ZipRealty ([ www.ZipRealty.com ]) (
The 2009 Webware 100 Awards recognize the best Web 2.0 sites, services, and applications that are leading the next wave of innovation. Webware editors received and reviewed thousands of entries. A complete list of the winners can be found at [ www.webware.com/100 ].
Founded in 1999, ZipRealty is a full-service online real estate brokerage, providing users with information on all MLS-listed homes in 36 markets. Its many online features provide access to in-depth information to support the home buying and selling process, including:
-- School District Mapping -- buyers can search for homes in specific school districts -- Walkability Ratings -- Walk Score calculates a home's proximity to grocery stores, restaurants, parks, mass transit and more -- Agent Ratings -- allows users to evaluate the ZipRealty agents in the area where they'd like to buy or sell, based on feedback from past clients -- Search by Foreclosure, Short sale, Reduced price -- buyers looking for deals can search for homes specifically in these categories
"ZipRealty was founded to provide our clients transparency when it comes to all the information required to make one of the biggest decisions in life -- to buy or sell a home. Much of the information was kept under lock and key by traditional brokerages before we entered the space," said ZipRealty President and CEO Patrick Lashinsky. "We're thrilled that CNET and the web community have recognized our site and all the online features we've added in the 10 years since launch."
"This annual listing has become such an essential resource for people who want to learn more about Web 2.0 and the many ways it can help them stay connected," said Rafe Needleman, editor at Webware and CNET. "The Web 2.0 community and our editors ultimately selected the very best sites, services and applications that have made a lasting impression."
About ZipRealty
ZipRealty is a full-service residential real estate brokerage firm and operator of a leading residential real estate website. The Company utilizes its user-friendly website and employee real estate agents to provide home-buyers and sellers with high-quality service and value. ZipRealty's website provides users with access to comprehensive local Multiple Listing Services home listings data, as well as other relevant market and neighborhood information. The Company's proprietary business management system and technology platform help to improve productivity and reduce costs, allowing the Company to pass on significant savings to consumers as permitted by law. Founded in 1999, the Company operates in 36 major markets in 22 states and the District of Columbia. For more information on ZipRealty, visit [ www.ziprealty.com ] or call 1-800-CALL-ZIP.
