Google home search is back (and bigger) with MLS data, eXp listings
While coverage is still limited, data partner HouseCanary says 3 MLSs are now providing listings
by AJ LaTrace May 18
CMLS slams 'false narrative' as coming-soon partnerships spread
CMLS warns the pre-market listing surge could fragment the housing market
by AJ LaTrace Mar 25
The top 10 moments that rocked the portal world in 2025
Mergers and acquisitions, antitrust lawsuits, listing bans and the potential entry of a new portal competitor ruled 2025. Here's a look back at the top moments
by Marian McPherson Dec 31
Google for real estate
In this week's Download: How will you shift your marketing if Google becomes the next dominant player in the online listings landscape?
by Christy Murdock Dec 22
Why the joy deficit is reshaping real estate marketing
As stressed consumers tune out pressure, Instagram's shareable Stories update allows for an effective way for agents to stay visible
by Jessi Healey Dec 22
Google real estate search
Opinion
The next era of real estate won't be won by whoever displays homes best, Molly McKinley writes. It will be won by whoever understands buyer intent most deeply
by Molly McKinley Dec 19
Analyst: Portals like Zillow face 'long-term risk' from Google real estate experiment
Google is displaying real estate listings as search results in some markets — prompting questions about IDX violations and analyst speculation about risks to the portals
by Marian McPherson Dec 15
Ally Financial partners with HouseCanary to grow mortgage
Co-branded ComeHome solution on Ally's website provides would-be homebuyers with access to listings and loan options and encourage homeowners to explore refinancing
by Matt Carter Nov 15
Better's 'One Day Mortgage' product lifts off
New products and agent partnerships could help Better make the transition from a company known primarily for refinancing existing loans to one that's geared to serving homebuyers
by Matt Carter Apr 12
HouseCanary revives ComeHome as product for mortgage lenders
ComeHome was originally just a portal-like search tool, but now functions as a platform that can integrate into lenders' existing software
by Jim Dalrymple II Oct 23
Photos pictures
The update relies on AI neural networks that can judge things like finishes and curb appeal
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 26
Dollar sign homes
The community social network is launching Your Home, a new section that provides consumers with insights about their property and connections to local real estate agents
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 25
Homes overhead aerial view houses
HouseCanary's new portal ComeHome was questioned by MLS leaders for using data without proper authorization
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 25
A canary
HouseCanary has quietly launched a new portal called ComeHome that aims to provide nuanced valuations. But some MLS execs don't know how their data got on the site
by Jim Dalrymple II Jan 25