Blimp's blockchain partnership will incentivize leads to share information
Blimp users earn a Home Network Foundation Home token every time they engage with Blimp service providers, who earn a token when an invited stakeholder joins a transaction
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 2
Where people are looking for homes hasn't changed: OJO Labs
But how people are finding those homes has changed, according to a study released by the real estate tech company.
by Patrick Kearns Dec 8
CoreLogic launches consumer search with OneHome
Opinion
Data and analytics company's new invite-only, lifestyle-driven home search portal is mostly good, with consumer resources and tools for agents to collaborate
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 13
Homesnap launches AI-powered tool that predicts days on market
Sell Speed, the proprietary algorithm comprised of hundreds of up-to-the-minute data points, is available in beta for Homesnap Pro and Homesnap Pro+ users
by Patrick Kearns Oct 26
Brown Harris Stevens goes back to basics with revamped site
According to CEO Bess Freedman, the new website design reflects BHS' commitment to delivering a simple, easy consumer experience
by Marian McPherson Sep 9
Despite digital acceleration, Zillow execs say consumers need agents more than ever
At Zillow's virtual Unlock event, two company executives emphasized the importance of their partners as they build digital tools
by Patrick Kearns Aug 26
Search With Style helps agents market architectural styles
Founded in part by agents at Compass Nook Real Estate Group and a proptech entrepreneur, the new portal lets buyers find specific architectural styles and agents offer sellers a new marketing resource
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 29
Sotheby’s International Realty launches 4 new website features
Sotheby's new mobile site includes Instagram-style listing pages, agent profiles with direct texting capabilities, 15 translations and 60 currency conversions for global consumers
by Marian McPherson Jun 19
PlanetRE's consumer app is more MLS than search friendly
Opinion
Partnering with MLSListings, Inc. of Northern California, the software company's consumer search app misses the mark on several fronts but mainly in its core purpose: consumer home search
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 12
KW's consumer search app delivers on multiple fronts
Gary Keller's declaration of becoming a tech company will never be technically correct, but in terms of offering agents smart tools to better their business, the company is delivering. The KW app is the latest proof.
by Craig C. Rowe Mar 13
The Homebuyer Files: How rising rent convinced these 3 to finally buy
Two single moms and one aspiring musician share how escalating rent costs pushed them to buy and build equity instead
by Marian McPherson Mar 4
How to get resistant buyers to sign a buyer-broker agreement
Opinion
Use these easy-to-understand talking points to show future homebuyers how you'll help them find the perfect house, faster
by Marilyn Blume Oct 4
Redfin CEO accuses Compass of copying website 'pixel for pixel'
Compass revamped its website with 'Recommended For You' and 'Similar Homes' tools earlier this month
by Patrick Kearns Sep 28
CRMLS now offers unlimited custom IDX links through Absolute Strategic Agent partnership
Members of the nation’s largest MLS now have the ability to create custom IDX links for homes, neighborhoods and other localized marketing campaigns
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 11