A few weeks ago I reported on a voice-driven real estate search app. Now, three agencies have opted in to receive buyer and seller leads.
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- A voice-activated app for real estate has been launched in three new local markets.
- Bots may help make lead generation more affordable, though real estate agents remain hesitant toward the value of bot-driven automations.
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