Can VC bring innovation to proptech? ‘We have to’

A panel of venture capital investors at Inman Connect Las Vegas said funding had likely been delivered to new proptechs without enough diligence during the most recent bull cycle in the market. And now is the time to get “more prudent.” Continue reading

4 ways to improve real estate as bombshell commission suits sizzle

At Inman Connect Las Vegas, real estate broker and attorney Kendall Bonner urged the industry to be proactive instead of waiting to be legally “bullied” into change. Continue reading

Real estate is having its Blockbuster vs. Netflix moment

At Inman Connect Las Vegas, real estate strategist Mike DelPrete explained the “unfair advantage” of the low-fee business models and how agents are the ultimate solution to the real estate industry’s survival. Continue reading

Realtor.com CEO: ‘Zillow took that crown off us — and I want it back’

During Inman Connect on Tuesday, Damian Eales, Realtor.com’s newly installed CEO, revealed the marching orders he’s received from Rupert Murdoch as he aim to scale the top of the portal game. Continue reading

Sue Yannaccone: Real estate is at the middle of multiple crossroads

Sue Yannaccone, the president and CEO of Anywhere Brands, also argued at Inman Connect Las Vegas that her company is well-positioned to thrive as the housing industry evolves. Continue reading

ICE’s Black Knight acquisition nears resolution of antitrust issues

“Significant progress” in Federal Trade Commission negotiations have been reported since Black Knight’s Empower loan origination system and Optimal Blue division were cut from the deal. Continue reading

Plunk unveils Plunk Pro for up-to-the-minute housing market data

Plunk Pro offers investors, advisors and analysts access to real-time information on the housing market, the AI-powered home valuation and analytics company announced Tuesday. Continue reading

Share your Inman experience. It’s an investment in your business

Sharing your Inman experience, or any real estate conference for that matter, on social media is actually a smart move, agent, host and comedian Karen Stone writes. Continue reading

The ultimate guide to Inman Connect Las Vegas 2023

So you’ve decided to join us at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Bravo! Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of the conference along with some tidbits to get the most out of your week in Sin City. Continue reading