How a Sotheby's broker used Realogy's open API to build his own tech
J Kuper launched Brokerage Engine for his own company but has since signed on more than 45 clients from brokerages across all brands
by Patrick Kearns Aug 31
2 men charged with attempting to abduct agent before home showing
David J. Helton, 45, and Michael W.B. Evans, 37, reportedly waited outside for the female agent and tried to grab her
Opendoor is seeking real estate agents for 'Opendoor Brokerage'
A spokesperson for Opendoor clarified that the role will support the 'Home Reserve' platform that the iBuyer announced in May
by Patrick Kearns Aug 28
Openhouse Live makes Matterport tours a group event
Opinion
The trend of multiple viewers partaking in virtual and 3D home tours and open houses continues with this U.K.-based Matterport embed
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 28
Smart home tech for agents: Which Amazon Echo product is right for you?
Amazon Echo products are nifty, convenient gadgets, and they can leave a lasting impact on clients when presented as closing gifts. But with a sea of options out there, which one should you go for?
by Brandon Doyle Aug 27
Despite digital acceleration, Zillow execs say consumers need agents more than ever
At Zillow's virtual Unlock event, two company executives emphasized the importance of their partners as they build digital tools
by Patrick Kearns Aug 26
Realtor.com will include flood risk data for every home
First Street Foundation's flood risk model will appear on both on- and off-market properties
by Patrick Kearns Aug 26
Coldwell Banker rolls out slew of tools to all affiliated agents
Tech platform Desk and marketing program Exclusive Look will now be available to the more than 94,000 real estate professionals working under the Coldwell Banker brand
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 25
EasyKnock CEO predicts lasting pandemic-induced slump to hit this fall
Many U.S. regions are experiencing a surging real estate market, but Jarred Kessler believes it will be short-lived and the market could start to slow as early as October
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 25
WattBuy empowers better buying decisions with big data-backed energy intelligence
Seattle startup uses multiple energy and carbon tracking sources and Zillow's API to power comprehensive home energy reports
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 25
Doing virtual tours? 10 things you should (and shouldn’t) do
Opinion
If you are dedicated to becoming the best listing agent you can be, you owe it to your clients to grow your marketing efforts using this valuable link
by Andrew Fortune Aug 22
Echovate's update aims to help brokers become coaches
Hiring isn't easy. It's even harder in real estate. Echovate's Trait Activation Theory offers brokers and team managers a host of ways to coach agents and lead teams
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 21
Not good at arranging throw pillows? Good thing there's Stagerie
Opinion
A web app developed by a Des Moines agent gives those who aren't good at staging — or those who don't like having that conversation with their clients — a way to offer advice without coming across as pushy
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 21
'Million Dollar Beach House' goes inside the world of Hamptons luxury
The new Netflix series 'Million Dollar Beach House' premieres August 26 and provides a deep dive into five Nest Seekers agents and brokers working in the Hamptons
Dear Marketing Mastermind: Where can I find sellers now?
Opinion
Everybody talks about low inventories, but nobody does anything about it. Find out how to get the listings you need for the buyers who are still looking
by Christy Murdock Aug 19
DelPrete: iBuyer market share plummets, slow recovery ahead
IBuyers are buying homes again but with a more cautious approach. Once they prove they can survive the pandemic, they’ll still have to overcome the challenge of profitability
by Mike DelPrete Aug 18