DeepSeek AI: Game-changer or data privacy minefield?
Should real estate agents trust the AI app DeepSeek? Trainer Bernice Ross examines the benefits and data privacy concerns
by Bernice Ross Feb 14
We’re on the cusp of something big: Zillow's Samuelson on AI
Although who's responsible for the absence of a true end-to-end remains up for debate, 4 real estate and proptech executives found common ground on the fact that AI is 'what's next' for the industry
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 25
5 safety questions (and loads of resources) to safeguard your team
Do you know how to keep your team safe from out-of-control clients or leads? Do they? Here's how to start an important conversation around agent security
by Rachael Hite Sep 13
DwellWell, a buyer-agent matching solution, raises $4.5M seed round
The company is seeking to vet real estate agents as well as it does buyers, seeking those who are tech-forward and able to provide as frictionless an experience as possible
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 4
Tech Review: Smart Alto puts people first in its innovative lead qualification solution
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A alumnus of the Y Combinator startup program, Smart Alto leverages clever talk-tech, sales scripts and human ISAs to qualify leads and set appointments
by Craig C. Rowe May 7
Unify now drumming up business for mortgage lenders
With its acquisition of Unify, Propertybase is in a position to facilitate referrals between real estate brokers and lenders
by Matt Carter Apr 9
Inman Handbook on digital lead generation
Paid or organic? Email marketing or direct mail? The Inman Handbook on lead generation is here to help you understand the nuance in lead types, qualification and marketing tactics
by Craig C. Rowe Feb 8
ActivePipe debuts new lead qualification program
The Lead Qualify Program can create customizable email campaigns that are meant to generate new business from agents' existing databases
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 1
Innovative and transparent, SquadVoice turns old leads into new money
The data analytics company applies AI to your CRM to re-qualify old leads, and it uses a national team of personal assistants to convert them
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 4
Lead cultivation tool HelloAlex acquires Botplan for undisclosed sum
With this strategic acquisition, the 2018 Inman Innovator finalist will strengthen its AI tools and chat solutions that help agents engage and qualify leads
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 20
Structurely's personable chatbot will cultivate leads for you
100% AI-based Aisa Holmes can qualify leads from multiple platforms and sympathize with prospects
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 11
SmartZip launches new service to connect agents with ready sellers
Predictive marketing company's latest offering verifies homeowners' intent to sell and transfers hot leads
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 20
Riley, a lead-qualification service for real estate agents, raises $3.1 million
Concierge technology with booming customer base responds fast, makes small talk with buyers and can be customized
by Teke Wiggin Apr 4