Social app for real estate unites new technology and old-school service

Why shouldn’t real estate have its own social media platform that brings together a global community of agents, buyers and sellers? We do now. Continue reading

Why health, wellness and sustainability are top priorities for the luxury buyer

For some luxury clients, the true “wow factor” may be the home’s ability to nurture a lifestyle that’s full, fulfilling and aligned with their values. Continue reading

Compass, Zillow, Opendoor news and more: Inman’s Top 5 stories of the week Aug. 12-18, 2022

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the past seven days? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories of the week, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

Annual rent growth slows for 2nd straight month in July, report says

Redfin said it expects rental growth to continue to slow, but markets with strong job growth and limited new housing construction will likely continue to experience large rent increases. Continue reading

Mortgage lenders use tech and local ties to grow national footprints

Atlanta-based direct mortgage lender Silverton Mortgage, a Snapdocs client, has added new branches in the Carolinas, Arkansas and Missouri over the past year. Continue reading

Tribus hires former RE/MAX SVP as director of change management

Jen Barton will help the tech firm’s clients in the onboarding and implementation of their software systems, providing a human touch to a process that can be intimidating. Continue reading

Florida Realtors and landlords team up to fight rent control, file lawsuit

The proposed ordinance in Tampa threatens landlords with jail time if they raise the rent more than 5 percent a year. Landlords and Realtors vow to fight back seeking to block a cap on rent hikes. Continue reading

WATCH: The rise of the real estate influencer

How is the role of the agent evolving and how can you use the power of your personal brand in new ways? Moderator Kendall Bonner speaks with experts Sean McPeak, Giselle Ugarte, and Glennda Baker at ICLV Continue reading

EXp names chief growth officer in bid to streamline growth strategy

The brokerage announced on Friday the promotion of Michael Valdes to chief growth officer, a role in which he will oversee the continued expansion of both eXp Realty and eXp Commercial. Continue reading