Here are your hot takes on the new Zillow, Redfin listing rules: Pulse
You weighed in with insights, questions and frustrations as we navigate the whirlwind of opinions around seller choice, private listings and portal response
by Inman Apr 16
CoStar's Florance: New Zillow rule 'hijacks your leads for profit'
Opinion
CoStar founder and CEO Andy Florance takes Zillow to task for its new listings policy, calling it anti-consumer and anti-agent
by Andy Florance Apr 14
Zillow pushes back against private listings: The Download
Zillow's answer to the rising tide of private listing networks has been met with both praise and pushback from industry leaders
by Christy Murdock Apr 12
The AI shortcut: 9 ways ChatGPT can simplify your listing process
Real's Drew Thompson offers tips that save you time and money when you put the power and potential of artificial intelligence to work for your listings
by Drew Thompson Apr 12
Jeff Bezos sells Seattle-area estate for recording-breaking $63M
The Amazon founder has sold his luxurious estate in Hunts Point, just outside of Seattle, for $63M, setting a a new state record
by Richelle Hammiel Apr 11
Zillow's new listing policy: Punishment disguised as fairness
Opinion
Darryl Davis outlines the way Zillow's actions and policies are designed for its own benefit, not for the benefit of sellers or real estate professionals
by Darryl Davis Apr 11
America’s real estate advantage is under siege: eXp's Leo Pareja
Opinion
CEO of eXp Leo Pareja calls for courage, clarity and collaborative leadership in meeting threats to market transparency head-on
by Leo Pareja Apr 10
Buyer scoops up 'Full House' home with stars' signatures for $6M
The famous Victorian at 1709 Broderick Street, part of the city's picturesque 'Postcard Row,' was scooped up by an undisclosed buyer on Monday for $6M
by Richelle Hammiel Apr 10
Jills Zeder Group breaks PPSF record on La Gorce Island
The dry home sold for $2,713 per square foot, which is a record for a non-waterfront property on the island. It was purchased by a developer who recently sold a $60M home on the island
NAR, MLS and how to market your next listing: The Download
Amid layoffs at NAR, the new Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings policy drew scrutiny as MLSs scramble to implement its rollout
by Christy Murdock Apr 5
Stupid staging: What NOT to do if you actually want to sell
Author and trainer Bernice Ross offers a laundry list of don'ts when it comes to preparing a home to hit the real estate market
by Bernice Ross Apr 2
Agents can help sellers unlock value with renovation ROI: Revive
Revive has used its findings in the pre-sale renovation space to produce an extensive white paper that dedicates its pages to proving the value of updating a home before selling it
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 1
The 4M home shortage: How the industry can unlock inventory
As real estate professionals, policymakers and communities collaborate to find solutions, Kendall Bonner writes, they create a future where housing is more accessible and affordable
by Kendall E. Bonner Mar 24
Close more listings: Use this customized marketing proposal
Jimmy Burgess talks with team leader and managing partner Andrew Undem about his step-by-step, super-effective listing presentation and marketing proposal
by Jimmy Burgess Mar 14
RealScout launches exclusive listing platform for brokerages
RealScout's new solution allows brokerages to create a branded exclusive listing search platform. Homebuyers will get data-backed recommendations and email alerts on new listings
by Marian McPherson Mar 13
Byron Allen sells unit inside NYC's 220 Central Park South for $82.5M
The media mogul bought the 6,600-square-foot unit in 2023 for $75M, and has clinched a healthy profit in an off-market deal. He also owns a smaller unit in the building
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 10