The 2 ‘it’ houseplants sure to activate your green thumb

The fiddle leaf fig and Pilea peperomioides are growing in popularity on Instagram. Which plant is best for your home design plans? Continue reading

There’s a solution for high home prices — but most don’t want it

A new Redfin study reveals that 53% of buyers and sellers oppose high-density housing despite the fact it would significantly improve affordability. Continue reading

Realtor.com, real estate services generate 2% revenue growth for News Corp

Move and REA Group raked in $18 million, but increased investments in Opcity diminished News Corp’s overall quarterly revenue by 8 percent, according to an earnings call Thursday. Continue reading

Is the luxury market taking a dive?

Fears about possible recession and burgeoning trade war are keeping luxury buyers at bay, says new Redfin report. Other reports echo similar sentiments about the luxe market. Continue reading

Proptech company Cloudvirga shakes up executive lineup

California-based mortgage technology company Cloudvirga on Thursday announced 20-year industry veteran Dan Sogorka will be taking the reigns as CEO. Continue reading

From the Great Recession to 9/11: What to do when external factors get in the way of a real estate deal

Economic changes, tariffs and international conflicts can put buyers on edge — here’s how you can help them make the right decision. Continue reading

In race for tech talent, Compass swoops in after Uber lays off 400

Compass CCO Matt Spangler reached out to departing Uber staffers on Twitter as the company seeks to build engineering and product development teams. Continue reading

Which American city has the most rats? (Hint: It’s not Baltimore)

In Baltimore, Chicago and New York City, renters with lower median rents were more likely to file rodent complaints, according to a new study. Continue reading