Zillow seeing rising web traffic, growing consumer interest
Traffic to listings on Zillow plummeted in the first weeks of the coronavirus pandemic. But it has since rebounded, suggesting more consumers might be ready to buy and sell houses
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 23
Lion & Orb launches new listing marketing program for agents
PressList is designed to generate media coverage for agents' listings. The service also includes a virtual tour agents can use while in-person showings remain off limits
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 16
US property taxes increased to $306.4B in 2019
The total property taxes levied on single-family homes last year increased by 1% from 2018, the smallest increase in the past three years
Rent growth slows amid coronavirus pandemic
Rents still increased in March, but the growth slowed at a time when rents would normally be rising more quickly
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 6
People are fleeing cities amid coronavirus. Where are they going?
Data retrieved by Airbnb analysis website AirDNA shows that short-term renters are ditching cities for more rural areas as COVID-19 cases become more widespread
by Lillian Dickerson Mar 25
Commuters lose an average of $1,377 per year stuck in traffic
The average American commuter spends 99 hours per year sitting in traffic, costing them about $1,377
Posh homes in Boston may be rotting to the ground
In some of the historic city's most picturesque neighborhoods, simmering problems have been exacerbated by depleting groundwater levels
Working remotely allows more opportunities for affordable housing
60% of individuals who work remotely to some degree reported an increase in affordability after relocating, according to a study by Redfin
Shrouded in steel: Scourge of New York City scaffolding turns 40
New York's ubiquitous scaffolding is the result of laws passed in 1980 and 1998. The scaffolding is meant to prevent falling debris, but it also comes with tradeoffs
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 25
Redfin introduces new Redfin Premier service for luxury homesellers
Aimed at sellers of properties worth $1M or more, Redfin Premier offers full-service marketing with an international reach
by Marian McPherson Feb 20
Leasing startup Landing scores $30M in cash and debt
The company launched last fall and allows people to easily move between properties it operates in 9 US cities
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 6
Parking spot in San Francisco listed for a jaw-dropping $100K
The parking space, located in close proximity to desirable attractions on San Francisco's eastern waterfront, has garnered attention for its six-figure price tag
The biggest benefit of agent healthcare benefits? Happiness
Real estate agents need healthcare like everyone else, but they face significant challenges when it comes to actually getting it, according to Inman's Agent Appreciation survey results
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 24
'Oh god let's leave': Serial killer's 'torture basement' horrifies agent
Stewart Weldon is awaiting trial for allegedly killing 3 women. His former Massachusetts home is for sale, and this week, it traumatized a couple who visited the home with an agent
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 23
Neighborhoods in the Bay Area, Boston among Redfin's most competitive of 2019
White Oaks, a neighborhood about 30 minutes south of San Francisco, was the most competitive place for US homebuyers in 2019, according to Redfin
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 26