AI-backed Roofer nails down $7.5M seed round
Roofer uses drones to scan a home’s roof, capture high resolution photos, which are processed by an algorithm to identify damage severity, overall condition and areas in need of repair
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 2
Luxury prices and cash buyers hit a new high to close out 2023
Strategic migration, low inventory and a demand for larger spaces have also contributed to rising luxury prices, agents told Inman, depending on the specific market
Redfin offers refund in exchange for buyer agency agreement
The new 'Sign and Save' program promises homebuyers a refund of 0.25% to 0.5% for signing a buyer agency agreement
by Ben Verde Feb 2
KW settles, Team moves on, NAR video reappears: Inman's Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers
by Dani Vanderboegh Feb 2
Wholesaler Crescent Mortgage closing up shop at end of March
Sixty-five employees are slated to lose jobs when the Atlanta-based lender, licensed in 48 states, ceases operations on March 29, the company confirmed in a WARN Act filing with Georgia officials
by Matt Carter Feb 2
How Nathan Brannen is creating an AI real estate revolution
In his latest Snapshot profile, Brandon Doyle looks at Nathan Brannen's impact on the real estate industry through AI and computer vision and how tech innovation can revolutionize industries
by Brandon Doyle Feb 2
Side CEO urges agents to reject negativity, lean into community
The CEO spoke out last week about the challenges of 2023 and the way agents can avoid falling prey to negativity even during tough times
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 1
The best insights, advice and highlights for brokers from ICNY
From practical tips to perspectives on the current market and facing adversity, these takeaways will help give brokers an edge in the competitive real estate industry
by Jessi Healey Feb 1
Keller Williams settles Sitzer, Moehrl commission suits for $70M
Under the proposed deal, Keller Williams must inform franchisees that offers of compensation are not required. It also agreed to revise training materials and end rules requiring agents to join NAR
Top team tips, takeaways, trends from the ICNY stage
If you missed the event in person, or virtually, here are can't-miss sessions for teams
by Jessi Healey Feb 1
NAR CEO Nykia Wright appears — and disappears — in 'odd' new video
In a video that abruptly vanished from NAR's website Wednesday before resurfacing, Wright said the group does not set commissions — a practice it isn't currently being accused of — and welcomed competition from AREA
Recapping this year's ICNY and the people vs. tech dilemma
Opinion
ICNY 2024 was a comprehensive and robust gathering of real estate professionals, Bobbie Wasserman writes. It echoed the resilience and adaptability of the industry in a challenging time
by Bobbie Wasserman Feb 1
Balancing family, business and innovation with Dirk Zeller
In his latest Snapshot profile, Brandon Doyle talks to Dirk Zeller who has left an indelible mark on the industry as he balances his roles as a family man, entrepreneur, coach and author
by Brandon Doyle Feb 1
Your brokerage's success is hiding in these 10 areas
The stability you're looking for in your brokerage, broker Joseph Santini writes, begins with proper processes, procedures and operational best practices
by Joseph Santini Feb 1
Fed policymakers want more data, dash hopes of March rate cut
Chair Jerome Powell says a rate cut at the central bank's next meeting is not 'the base case,' with policymakers wanting to see more data showing inflation is on a sustainable path down to 2%
by Matt Carter Jan 31