A peek at Compass CRM
The industry was surprised when the tech-forward franchise acquired a fan-favorite, but Compass' in-house solution for managing and marketing to contacts is still a worthy industry player
by Craig C. Rowe May 19
Here's a simple approach to making listing videos
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Getting started with video can be daunting. Your next listing can shine on camera, all you need is a smartphone, a few apps and a couple hours, from start to finish
by Craig C. Rowe May 19
How to identify and avoid internet scams during COVID-19
COVID-19 brought about a set of new obstacles to industry professionals, including an increased risk of cybercrime. So what can real estate agents do to avoid falling victim to internet scammers?
by Justin Stutz May 19
SoftBank posts record loss, warns some investments may go bankrupt
The investor behind Compass and Opendoor predicted that, of the 88 companies the Vision Fund invested in, 15 could go bankrupt due to COVID-19
by Patrick Kearns May 18
Former surgeon general tapped to help Zillow safely buy homes again
The company is bringing on Regina Benjamin, the former US surgeon general, to consult on and develop new safety protocols as it returns to iBuying
by Patrick Kearns May 18
Keller Williams updates consumer app with virtual tour options
Keller Williams consumer app now helps buyers and agents schedule virtual tours. The tech-forward franchise wanted to let consumers know that it's possible to still see homes
by Craig C. Rowe May 15
RE/MAX Integra launches 3D tours by EyeSpy360
The partnership will allow RE/MAX Integra agents to create true 360-degree virtual tours and take advantage of the technology's lead generation capabilities at an affordable price
by Lillian Dickerson May 15
Builders predict renewed focus on sustainable living after pandemic
Fifty expert builders told remodeling platform Fixr they expect homeowners to focus on healthier living after the pandemic, starting with their homes
by Marian McPherson May 15
Postcard marketers, rejoice: ProspectsPlus adds lead lists
The company behind 3-click mailing has made it even easier with included regional lifestyle and demographic lead lists and improved creative tools
by Craig C. Rowe May 15
Stir up your lead game with matchmaker LemonBrew
A matchmaking lead service that does a good job at overlapping buyers and sellers with the best agent, but it doesn't come cheap
by Craig C. Rowe May 15
CoStar buys Ten-X, expects 'surge of distressed properties'
CoStar plans to integrate Ten-X's existing platform into its own online marketplace
by Patrick Kearns May 14
Homeward raises $20M in equity, $85M in debt funding
Tim Heyl, a Keller Williams agent, wants to keep agents at the center of 'transaction innovation' with his real estate startup
by Patrick Kearns May 14
3 tips for taking care of business virtually as a team
Be fully prepared to support your clients virtually, guide them through each step comfortably and answer all questions before signing on the dotted line
by Mauricio Umansky May 14
Lead quality, website management stand out on Propertybase Go
The Boston Logic-owned real estate operating system is working on an improved transaction management system while its lead scoring, listings and web content tools excel
by Craig C. Rowe May 13
Nestio waives fees for Funnel contact center software amid pandemic
The New York-based property management and listings platform will not charge fees for its digital leasing software for 90 days