Knowledge Base
Find answers to frequently asked questions about our services, products, and processes.
How to embed a 360 interactive virtual tour directly into a local MLS listing?
Most MLS systems accept virtual tour URLs in a dedicated "Virtual Tour" or "Media" field. Generate an unbranded, embeddable link from your tour platform (Matterport, Zillow 3D Home, etc.), paste it into your MLS listing's virtual tour URL field, and it will appear as a clickable link or embedded player depending on the MLS portal. Some platforms also provide iframe embed codes for broker websites.
How long does it take to process and publish a Zillow 3D Home virtual tour from a phone?
Zillow 3D Home tours are captured using the Zillow app on a compatible smartphone. Capture takes 30–60 minutes for a typical property (10–20 panoramic positions). After uploading, Zillow's automated processing stitches the panoramas and generates the interactive floor plan in under 4 hours. The tour then auto-publishes to your Zillow listing and syndicates to Trulia, Redfin, and Realtor.com at no cost.
How does Metareal Stage compare to Matterport for creating 3D dollhouse models?
Metareal Stage produces true 3D models at a much lower price point but requires more manual effort. Where Matterport's AI automatically reconstructs geometry, Metareal asks users to either manually stitch the 3D environment or pay platform artists for reconstruction. The visual output is comparable for most real estate purposes, but the workflow is fundamentally different — trading automation for affordability.
What is the complete 7-step scan-to-BIM process for commercial real estate development and surveying?
The standard workflow: (1) Site preparation and scan planning, (2) Reality capture using Lidar scanners at comprehensive positions, (3) Point cloud registration and alignment, (4) Noise filtering and cleanup, (5) 3D mesh reconstruction from the point cloud, (6) BIM modeling — converting the mesh into intelligent Revit/ArchiCAD elements with material properties, (7) Quality assurance comparing the BIM model against the original scan data for accuracy verification.