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Tech Tools How to Use Drones in Your Real Estate Marketing The trick to drone operation is simply educating yourself on how to do it safely and legally. The Federal Aviation Association (FAA) considers drones “aircraft” and their operators “pilots.” i a $ 500 to $ ad can include jail time. Most importantly, don’t drink and drone. The Chicago Fly Zone • Fly within 400 feet of ground level or within 400 feet of a structure in Chicago skies. • Stay away from equipment that transmits anything, from sound to signal to power. d ii t v t t you do not own, and public places like schools, hospitals, prisons and places of worship. t iti i a ida ait • Flying over “open air assembly units” requires permission, which is a fancy way of encompassing places that attract large crowds of people, such as tadi atti d at a v parade routes. • There are minimum distances from water intake and electrical facilities, ranging from 25 to 500 feet. Five Steps to Drone Ownership Step 1: t d a t size and weight parameters, such as weighing less than 55 lbs. Step 2: Register your drone with the FAA. Commercial and recreational drones av dit itati Step 3: Insure your drone! You might need i va Step 4: Check local laws, particularly suburbs, since they may not be the same as Federal or Chicago laws. Step 5: Stay informed. Remember: laws can ad i a a t d iti of privacy transforms with growing drone popularity. For further information on the distinction between Chicago drone ordinances and Federal regulations, see the Chicago Association of REALTORS ® website. Read the City of Chicago’s Drone Ordinance to ensure you stay in compliance! 20 Chicago REALTOR ® <strong>Magazine</strong>
The morning hours are precious — a short period of absolute zen to start the day. Building a solid routine that creates calm, inspires efficiency and gives fulfillment takes time. We asked four successful brokers to share how they jumpstart their day, and give family, exercise, self and business priority in their waking hours. Continued on page 22 ONE THING THEY ALL HAVE IN COMMON: They NEVER Press the Snooze Button! www.ChicagoREALTOR.com 21
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