Zillow's new take on listing photos: The Real Word
Opinion
This week, hosts Byron Lazine and Nicole White are talking about Zillow's acquisition of VRX Media, the hottest housing markets for 2023, and topics from Left, Middle, Right
by Byron Lazine Dec 15
Douglas Elliman releases Elliman Productions video and photo app
Powered by Infinite Creator, Elliman Productions allows agents to capture photos and videos of listings on their smartphones and receive branded and edited content within 24 hours
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 10
CoreLogic sells HomeVisit for stake in Canadian buyer, Urbanimmersive
Quebec-based Urbanimmersive sees an opportunity to double its revenue and cross-sell other CoreLogic products as it continues to expand its presence in the U.S.
by Matt Carter Oct 11
Clean your house, photographers tell homesellers in new survey
The points raised will likely not surprise many, but until MLSs around the country stop publishing bedroom photos with clothes on the floor and pots in the sink, here is a reminder
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 22
What other agents are highlighting (and hiding) in listing photos
Using fancy computer techniques, researchers analyzed more than 14,000 photos of homes for sale. From bedrooms to decks, here are the most popular features
by Daniel Houston Jun 22
Zillow ordered to pay VHT $2M as listing photo saga concludes
A legal saga that began more than 6 years ago may have finally ended after a judge in Seattle concluded that Zillow must pay photography company VHT Studios for copyright infringement
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 28
Capitol rioter mistakenly shows attack plans in Zillow listing photos
Former Green Beret and Oath Keepers member Jeremy Brown is in hot water with the FBI after listing photos revealed the contents of his weapons arsenal
by Marian McPherson Nov 15
Plunk, Restb.ai partner to power next-gen home valuations
Two proptech apps, Plunk and Restb.ai, partner to better leverage how homesellers and agents analyze value in home renovations
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 10
12 listing photo crimes agents should never commit
Paying attention to details will create a successful photoshoot, which will hopefully lead buyers to see what they want and make an offer quickly
by Cara Ameer Sep 27
Most listings have bad visuals. Here's how to stand out
According to a recent BoxBrownie study, most real estate listings suffer from one thing: a lack of good visuals. Whether you're a newbie or a more experienced agent, here are a few tips you need to know about getting listing visuals right
by Christy Murdock Aug 2
The Real Word: When will the market cool down?
Opinion
This week, Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss when the market is expected to cool down, a neighbor’s listing that revealed a roaming cat and how landlords are dealing with the eviction ban
by Byron Lazine Apr 2
Court orders new trial in Zillow-VHT listing photo saga
After nearly 6 years, court will decide whether real estate behemoth willfully infringed on thousands of photos
Phixer Mobile brings professional editing to DIY photography: Tech Review
Opinion
Photo editing service provider Phixer developed an agent-focused photography app that connects agents' photo libraries with its team of professional editors
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 22
MLS confidential: 8 realities sellers need to know about their listing
Listing a property on the MLS — while representing it accurately and truthfully — can be a complex process, which is why agents need to do explain to sellers what is and isn't possible when setting up a listing. Here's how
by Cara Ameer Sep 29
To keep or remove? Why photos of sold homes still pose a conundrum
A growing number of buyers are demanding the removal of online photos used to market the home they purchased. MLSs and agents are fighting back to keep the pictures intact. Here’s what both sides are saying — plus a few solutions
by Carl Medford Sep 14