Latest updates show Matterport's downmarket move no longer virtual
The release of a de-furnishing and automated listing description tools confirm the digital twin leader's effort to reach deeper into the middle of the market. Its Homes.com affiliation won't hurt
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 1
Court denies Move's preliminary injunction in suit against CoStar
California District Judge George H. Wu declined Move's preliminary injunction request against CoStar on Monday, stating the portal failed to prove the risk of 'imminent, irreparable harm'
by Marian McPherson Sep 23
CoStar touts forensic evidence in new filing against Move
On Wednesday CoStar asked the court to deny Move's amended preliminary injunction due to forensic data allegedly proving Move-owned files were never shared with the company
by Marian McPherson Sep 5
Ex-Move staffer accessed dozens of disputed files at CoStar: Experts
James Kaminsky, a former Realtor.com editor accused of taking trade secrets with him to CoStar, transferred access to at least 40 documents 2 days before he left the job, according to legal filings
by Taylor Anderson Aug 28
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
ICYMI at Inman Connect Las Vegas: Broker edition
Discover key brokerage takeaways from Inman Connect Las Vegas that will help you enhance you practices, leverage technology and navigate the evolving real estate landscape
by Jessi Healey Aug 8
Zillow Group names Jeremy Wacksman as new CEO
After 5 years back at the helm, Zillow Group co-founder Rich Barton steps down as CEO. Former COO Jeremy Wacksman takes the reins as the company charges past 'Portal 1.0'
by Marian McPherson Aug 7
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
Realtor.com CEO: Take Homes.com claims with a grain of salt
In his 2nd Inman Connect appearance of the year, Damian Eales addressed intensifying rivalry with Homes.com and what his company is doing to lead the charge on preserving buyer agency
by Marian McPherson Aug 1
Andy Florance at ICLV 2024
Andy Florance suggested rival portals are more interested in selling leads than houses and called a lawsuit against his company a 'PR stunt'
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 30
Matterport appeals stock-lock ruling that awarded ex-CEO $79M
Matterport appeals lower court ruling that awarded $79M to former CEO Bill Brown over rules that prevented him from selling his shares when the company went public
by Taylor Anderson Jul 30
Judge rules in favor of CoStar, grants expedited discovery
California District Judge George Wu granted CoStar's request in Move's theft of trade secrets lawsuit against the portal. Both parties have until Aug. 5 to agree on the terms of the discovery
by Marian McPherson Jul 30
CoStar Group revenue rises in Q2 as Homes.com bookings hit $55M
CoStar Group's revenue grew 12% YOY to $678M, according to Q2 earnings Tuesday. Traffic for the Homes.com Network of sites increased 73% YOY to 148M monthly average unique visitors
by Marian McPherson Jul 23
Move calls on court to stop CoStar Group's use of 'unauthorized' files
2 weeks after filing a theft of trade secrets lawsuit against CoStar Group, Move wants CoStar to hand over Move-owned files and electronic devices used by a former Realtor.com editor
by Marian McPherson Jul 19