Sometimes, from adversity grows opportunity. Such is the case for Mark and Stephanie Rutherford who just under a year ago launched their exciting new enterprise CrazeVR and began delivering thrilling experiences through virtual reality gaming and entertainment.
Things were chugging right along. They hosted a grand opening with the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber last May and ventured into a whole new realm of fun. Then, along came the coronavirus pandemic. Being an entertainment enterprise, CrazeVR in south St. Joseph was categorized as non-essential and forced, like many other businesses, to close the doors.
As that shutdown extended several times, the Rutherfords decided rather than languish and worry about what comes next they would make lemonade from the lemons delivered their way by the COVID-19 outbreak. They assembled an entirely new business plan and launched an entirely new service offering virtual tours. Introducing CrazeVR Virtual Tours.
Due to the recent events and resulting business shutdown, Mark and Stephanie elected to diversify. Mark says, “Closed off from everything, our world has become a lot smaller, which has created a boom in online interactions and virtual meetings.”
He goes on to say, “That revealed the opportunity for CrazeVR to offer online tours to the community. Right now, real estate agents all over Michigan are seeking options to expose their clients’ listings so that their industry can continue. Without the ability to offer in-person showings until this week, the many businesses surrounding the real estate market had come to a complete standstill.
That’s where Mark says CrazeVR Virtual Tours would like get involved. With no-contact options available, and in less than two hours, an entire property can be professionally photographed from every angle with his 360° technology. Within 24 hours a real estate listing can be ready for safe, online showings from the comfort of one’s own home. He says, “Instead of having 25-30 people walk through a particular listing, you now just have one, limiting not only exposure but also the disruptions to the life of the current occupant.” He adds, “The best part? Now showings can happen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with no further interruptions to the seller.”
CrazeVR Virtual Tours offers the service as one that is simple to set up, cost effective, and user-friendly for both the seller and viewers. Though it’s just being launched, it has already proven to be extremely popular among local real estate agents as bookings have already begun.
Mark and Stephanie say that the various opportunities do not end with the real estate community, either. Businesses can be toured and promoted through their service as well, allowing customers to safely view available inventory. That option allows customers to feel as if they are there in person, able to choose from varied selections and clearly identify their desired purchases, reducing potential confusion while supporting local businesses.
Mark says, “Whether you are an agent looking for a solution, a small-business owner seeking to reach your customers, or an individual selling your own home, anyone can utilize the services of CrazeVR Virtual Tours.”
He concludes, “I am excited to bring our state-of-the art technology to help support our local business in a different way, providing them new opportunities for exposure and sales.”
For special pricing information, you can contact Mark Rutherford at (269) 588-1117. The in-person entertainment portion of the business at 2560 S. Cleveland Avenue in St. Joe remains closed for now.
For examples of what’s possible, click this link: https://crazevr.com/virtual-tours-1
