Homebuyer challenges offer an opportunity for lenders: JD Power
Survey finds lenders that have remained staffed up and invested in digital processes that streamline the mortgage process are crushing their competitors on customer satisfaction
by Matt Carter Nov 12
Impact of NAR's commission rule change illuminated in Q3 earnings
In the wake of the National Association of Realtors' 3-month-old rule change, executives are reassessing agent pay amid pressure on commissions, an analysis of Q3 earnings data shows
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 12
Group investing solution Fractional raises $15M
Fractional was reviewed by Inman in 2023 and earned high marks for its ability to broach the most challenging aspects of putting money into real estate: where to start
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 11
Porch shares soar 55% on $14M Q3 profit and restructuring plan
Regulators have signed off on plans to restructure insurance business into a company that's owned by policyholders and operated by Porch, insulating it from catastrophic weather events
by Matt Carter Nov 8
DropOffer offers ways to add and communicate value: Tech Review
DropOffer has released a fully refreshed browser version of its off-market home sales platform
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 8
Realtor.com parent Move sees revenue inch down in Q3
Move's overall revenue dipped 1% between July and September, while revenue from its real estate business — including Realtor.com — dropped 4%, according to Q3 earnings data released Thursday
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 7
New customers and layoffs help Blend approach profitability
In addition to signing a multi-year deal with Pentagon Federal Credit Union, Blend laid off 50 workers in September, or about 9% of its workforce, helping trim expenses by 32%
by Matt Carter Nov 6
Mortgage segment stands tall as Zillow posts revenue growth in Q3
Zillow tallied $581M in revenue between July and September, according to Q3 earnings released Wednesday. Revenue from the portal's mortgage business hit $39M, a 63% increase from 2023
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 6
Lead quality, Facebook behind latest REDX release
The latest iteration introduces customizable ad templates and an easier, more direct connection to Facebook accounts so campaigns can be created and launched in less time
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 5
Restb.ai lands deal with New England's largest MLS
In partnership with Restb.ai, the 39,300-member MLS PIN will equip itself with new ways to work faster, better serve buyers and sellers, and push its own boundaries in data capture and accuracy
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 4
SentriLock and Local Logic partner in hyperlocal marketing
The 2 companies have agreed to offer Local Logic’s scalable library of city, community and street-level NeighborhoodIntel reports through the SentriLock interface
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 4
Portfolio growth, owner retention help Blanket shine: Tech Review
Blanket stands out for its growth-first mindset and smart features to help property managers and clients collaborate
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 1
Meet iGuide's most affordable digital twin solution, Planix R1
The new camera system, Planix R1, is designed to be more physically and technically nimble when helping agents create digital twins, executives said Wednesday. And it’s more affordable, too
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 31
Robert Reffkin compares future of listings to Netflix video streaming
Consumers will one day visit multiple real estate sites, including Compass.com, to find listings in the same way they now search for content on Netflix and Disney+, the Compass CEO predicted
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 31
Huddle Up: Team meeting case study for Pardee Properties
Coach Melanie Klein looks at the way this California brokerage conducts its team meetings and the differentiators you can add to your own agenda
by Melanie Klein Oct 31
Baird & Warner to unveil first rebrand in nearly 40 years
This refreshed brand identity includes a modernized look, comprehensive digital marketing platform and an expanded photography package for agents
by Richelle Hammiel Oct 30