ReAlpha's 'super app' dangles commission-free buyer agency
In addition to an AI-based home search, the application will not charge a commission for its use by a homebuyer, and includes human intervention and suport by a licensed sales professional
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 20
Highnote launches AI-powered buyer presentation system
In an exclusive interview with Inman, Highnote founder and CEO Mark Choey unveiled his company's latest products aimed at helping agents 'win buyers' in a post-settlement world
by Marian McPherson Aug 16
Tech companies that could smooth out a rough 2024
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In what's turning out to be a pivotal year for real estate, a few software companies have emerged to speed up search, improve internal operations, build custom apps, improve sales skills and more
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 16
Former Ribbon team launches AI-fueled home transaction platform
The team that founded EasyKnock-acquired power buyer Ribbon has launched Indigo, an AI-powered transaction management and home search platform, executives told Inman exclusively
by Marian McPherson Aug 15
Now in beta, Eden's AI home search aims to upend 'Big Search'
Agents can use Eden to compete for business with affordability, a unique advantage in a market that may soon find buyers having to pay directly for representation
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 9
Realtor.com revenue drops 2% as traffic, lead volume remain flat
Realtor.com parent company Move Inc. saw its fiscal Q4 revenue decrease 2% yearly to $143M as traffic to the site stalls at 74M average monthly unique visitors
by Marian McPherson Aug 8
Perchwell's $25M Series B revs up idling VC market
Lux Capital, its Series A round leader, also led this round and was joined by REColorado MLS, Starwood Capital Group, Flex Capital, Stellar MLS and Venture MLS
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 6
Rocket says AI helping it grow capacity and keep expenses flat
With Q2 2024 net income up 28% to $178M, CEO Varun Krishna says Rocket is making 'significant investments in data leadership and infrastructure' and partnering 'with the best in the industry'
by Matt Carter Aug 1
To mortgage or not to mortgage? That is the question (for brokers)
HomeLight CEO Drew Uher says he's glad to be out of the mortgage business. Fathom CEO Marco Fregenal sees the value of being in lending 'in a very selective way' to help agents close deals
by Matt Carter Aug 1
Courted, Inspectify, LPT Realty take top Inman Innovators honors
Inman honored 12 individuals and companies at its 26th annual Innovator Awards on Thursday, including awards for company, brokerage and innovator of the year. See the full list of winners
by Marian McPherson Aug 1
Affordability: It's not just high mortgage rates and home prices
Rising cost of construction, insurance and property taxes creating obstacles for homebuyers that require help from real estate agents and mortgage lenders: LoanDepot CEO Frank Martell
by Matt Carter Aug 1
VC partner: AI will be 'as fundamental as the steam engine'
Delian Asparouhov, a partner at Founders Fund, talked on Wednesday about his plans to manufacture drugs in space and urged real estate agents to lean into tech
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 31
Zillow CEO Barton: We're moving beyond the 'Portal 1.0' experience
In his first Inman Connect appearance since 2021, Zillow CEO Rich Barton discussed accelerating tech innovation and the next evolution of the residential portal experience
by Marian McPherson Jul 31
Real estate leaders see 'growth opportunities all over' right now
Artificial intelligence and mergers and acquisitions represent big growth opportunities at this particular moment, according to a trio of leaders
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 31
On AI and real estate, ICLV panel said look to fashion
Artificial intelligence’s use in predicting consumer trends can be the impetus for remarkable change in how buyers start to find homes
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 30