Smart Home Tech: How to choose the right home automation protocol
For consumers who want to integrate smart home products into one ecosystem, there are so many different paths to take. In short, Z-Wave, Zigbee and Wi-Fi are the most popular wireless technologies, but what sets them apart?
by Brandon Doyle Apr 23
Buy and build with Welcome Homes' online new construction platform
Welcome Homes augments a streamlined business plan with dynamic 3D visualization to let new homebuyers build and buy directly from their browsers
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 23
SmartRent inks $2.2B merger deal with Fifth Wall SPAC
Once closed, the merger would mark one of the biggest deals between a proptech firm and a special-purpose acquisition company to date
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 22
RedfinNow becomes first iBuyer to enter the Boston real estate market
With the New England addition, RedfinNow is currently available in 23 markets nationwide
by Marian McPherson Apr 22
5 movers and shakers driving Opendoor's growth
These are the executives behind Opendoor's post-IPO growth, which hinges on the company's goal of reaching 42 markets by the end of 2021
by Marian McPherson Apr 22
Google rolls out AI platform for mortgage lenders
Google Cloud introduced Lending DocAI in preview mode last fall with Roostify, a provider of digital mortgage solutions to lenders, on board as a strategic partner
by Matt Carter Apr 21
Don’t miss out! 4 simple ways to generate leads on your website
Be sure to utilize these simple strategies to capture more leads from your website with minimal effort and cost
by Kate Hulbert Apr 21
4 tips for getting the most out of Clubhouse
The audio-only discussion app remains popular among real estate professionals. But those who want the most out of it should follow a few key practices
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 20
Fintor aims to make real estate investing more accessible
The new micro-investing startup, which just raised $2.5 million, lets people start investing in residential real estate with as little as $5
Fifth Wall debuts third SPAC, hopes to raise $250M
This is the third special purpose acquisition company that Fifth Wall Ventures, an investment company that focuses on real estate technology, has launched this year
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 19
mortgage tech
The housing industry is gearing up for a boom in mortgage tech. Some of housing's top experts explain why
by Kelsey Ramírez Apr 16
Everyone wants a slice of the housing market. That’s the problem
Opinion
Right now, the housing market has a slew of uninvited guests in one of the worst housing shortages in the history of America
by Brad Inman Apr 16
MailMatic wants to be in your 2021 marketing plans
Opinion
Still effective, especially when combined with integrated digital campaigns, direct mail remains an ideal opportunity for agents looking to build local awareness
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 16
Fathom continues acquisition spree with E4:9 Holdings
Fathom Holdings has purchased E4:9 Holdings and its three mortgage, insurance and lead generation subsidiaries for $26.75M
by Marian McPherson Apr 15
Douglas Elliman parent company invests in another proptech startup
Vector Group, which launched its proptech investment arm in March, has now added Humming Homes to its list of invested in companies
by Lillian Dickerson Apr 15
Browse second-home opportunities on updated Pacaso app
Pacaso's mobile app allows users to browse available homes, share them with aspiring co-owners and friends, and be alerted to new properties or changes to those they're following. The company's intent is to democratize second homeownership
by Craig C. Rowe Apr 15