Anyone deftly bridges consumer experience gap: Tech Review
As NAR, Zillow, Compass and the MLS community bicker, the consumer is being shown a way to do without them
by Craig C. Rowe May 9
LA-based Distinct Concierge launches AI-fueled app for A-listers
Operating in Beverly Hills' vaunted 90210 ZIP code, Distinct Concierge serves professional athletes and entertainers, an exclusive subset of the market that requires unique touchpoints
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 6
Rocket consolidates home search, mortgage with Rocket.com launch
Announced Wednesday, Rocket's new domain targets high-intent homebuyers by utilizing AI to provide around-the-clock support, answer questions and keep clients and agents informed
by Matt Carter Jan 22
Flyhomes users can now 'reimagine' home interiors
The new functionality gives aspiring buyers the ability to virtually redesign homes they like using a variety of interior design styles and home themes
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 17
Rocket lays groundwork for Super Bowl ads with 'brand restage'
In addition to subtle tweaks to the company's logo and other details, brand revamp is aimed at positioning Rocket as a fintech platform supporting an 'end-to-end homeownership experience'
by Matt Carter Jan 14
Ally Financial's exit from mortgage will impact Better, HouseCanary
Ally, which originated $1B in mortgages in 2023 through a partnership with Better and is an investor in the company, is laying off hundreds of employees and exiting the mortgage business
by Matt Carter Jan 9
Consumers are changing. In 2025, proptech may finally start to notice
2025 will be a year of major change if artificial intelligence is deployed to improve the consumer experience, construction and apartment living, Inman technology expert Craig Rowe writes
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 2
RealScout releases Search Links, first major update to Pro+ platform
RealScout has launched Search Links, a new tool that enables agents to generate and nurture leads through personalized home search. Search Links is only available to RealScout Pro+ users
by Marian McPherson Dec 4
Rental Beast to help Realtor.com devour lease market
Rental Beast is a comprehensive rental property solution with an MLS-specific iteration of its software, which is what likely led to Realtor.com’s decision to work with them
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 15
Lundy, Restb.ai connect voice search with vision-impaired buyers
By integrating with Restb.ai’s proven AI, Lundy’s application should quickly enhance its overall accuracy in search returns, including being more specific about required home characteristics
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 14
In home search, Flika puts buyers first: Tech Review
Flika users swipe right on homes they like, and left on those they don’t. The app stands out for its consumer feel
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 27
Realtor.com releases enhanced map-based search feature
The portal released a new map-based search experience on Tuesday, which uses color-coded map layers to help homebuyers find their next home based on preferred features and market trends
by Marian McPherson Sep 24
Move class-action lawsuit shines harsh light on network's paid leads
Disconnected phones, undeliverable emails and presumed scams have all become more common, customers of Move's network of companies told Inman in the wake of the Aug. 23 class-action suit
by Marian McPherson Sep 23
Zillow, unfiltered: Portal giant adds AI-fueled natural language feature
Consumers using Zillow's mobile application can now search homes with simple voice prompts based on commute, points of interest, affordability and school access, according to executives
by Marian McPherson Sep 4
Proptexx gives buyers a fresh look at listings: Tech Review
An interactive pop-up lets users instantly remodel a room in any listing with AI-based interior design tools
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 30