Programming and paranoia: Do we want our homes to spy on us?
Most users of smart-home technology are happy with their choice. But when asked whether they felt more secure, they're split down the middle, according to a new Mortgage Cadence survey
by Daniel Houston Jul 6
In luxury real estate, agents with green thumbs reap what they sow
From ficus hedges and podocarpus shrubs to palm trees and bamboo, real estate agents can boost their bottom line with a basic knowledge of landscaping and how it can improve clients' privacy
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 24
7 features the world's wealthiest homebuyers can't live without today
Luxury Portfolio International surveyed more than 4,600 high-income and high-net-worth individuals across more than 20 countries to find out what luxury buyers want now
by Lillian Dickerson May 13
Privacy rules are changing marketing. Are you prepared?
Opinion
The privacy revolution is here, impacting every single way you do marketing on the internet. You must change too. You're not going to be able to grow your business using yesterday’s playbook — so burn it
by Chris Smith Jul 13
NAR board votes to require addresses on MLS listings
The ongoing, controversial debate surrounding pocket listings finds some resolution, with NAR voting to make addresses immediately available to other MLS subscribers. Here are the details.
by Andrea V. Brambila May 14
NAR: Don't work without a written listing agreement
Trade group says agents and brokers want to avoid MLS policies and rules, but are taking on major risks
by Andrea V. Brambila May 10
Controversial proposal to require addresses on MLS listings clears hurdle
Proposal now moves to the National Association of Realtors' board of directors, but bitterness over the Clear Cooperation Policy's office exclusives exemption lingers
by Andrea V. Brambila May 10
Smart home tech: How to keep your home network safe with Firewalla
For the past year or so that we've been working virtually, so much of our daily lives and work revolved around our home networks. That's why it's important to keep that beating heart alive and well. Here's how Firewalla can help keep it secure
by Brandon Doyle Feb 26
Bigger is better: Square footage is the No. 1 amenity for luxury buyers
A new report on global luxury from Coldwell Banker found that amid the pandemic, high-end buyers put a greater emphasis on more square footage over any other amenity, driving an increase in homes over 5,000 square feet
by Lillian Dickerson Feb 24
2021 market will still be hot, but challenges lie ahead: HomeLight
Over 1,000 HomeLight agents recently surveyed by the referral platform expressed optimism about a hot market in the year ahead, but noted some challenges remain
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 12
A year of relocation: Where luxury buyers moved in 2020
A new report from Coldwell Banker sheds light on where the wealthy moved this year, why they relocated and what they're looking for in a home
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 27
Real estate agent sues SetSchedule, alleges 60+ spam calls
The suit alleges the lead generation firm won't stop harassing her with autodialed calls
by Andrea V. Brambila Mar 10
WATCH: The tech trends that'll define 2019
CoreLogic's Lucie Fortier and eXp Realty's Scott Petronis run through the trendy technology you should expect to see more of this year
by Inman Feb 28
Big Brother is watching you — and your client
The rapid proliferation of smart-home technology is raising new questions about privacy while potentially allowing sellers to spy on buyers and their agents
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 7
Agents need to consider their vendors' data protections
"You’re not going to want to give that data over to a startup run by two people and a dog," RealScout CEO says
by Jim Dalrymple II Feb 1