From robot Realtors to virtual showings, real estate market takes social distancing in stride

Bill Lewis, Special to Nashville Tennessean, USA TODAY NETWORK newsrooms in Tennessee

"Robot Realtors are one way home builders are meeting the need for social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic. In fact, even though real estate is still a 'people business,' the industry is doing its best to make it possible to buy or build a home with as little personal contact as possible."

"Goodall Homes began using robot Realtors at its model homes in Durham Farms in Hendersonville and other neighborhoods last year."

"The robots resemble a Segway with an iPad on top. A team of sales agents operate Goodall’s robots, called innovative sales consultants, remotely and interact with customers from their home offices. Customers see and speak with a person, but there’s no personal contact. In addition, the company is offering live video tours, video conferencing, telephone appointments and FaceTime appointments."

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