Mike DelPrete: Zillow and Redfin’s AI tools aren’t that big a deal — yet

In an interview with Intel, real estate tech strategist Mike DelPrete laid out how artificial intelligence might change the industry, including real estate search portals, and why we’re not there yet. Continue reading

Introducing Inman’s Mortgage & Finance Forum alongside Connect Las Vegas

Recognizing a need for deeper conversation in the mortgage and lending industry, Inman introduces the Mortgage & Finance Forum, Aug. 9 at the Aria in Las Vegas. Attendance is free for qualified professionals. Continue reading

Why stop there? Here are 13 more safety fields NAR could add

While NAR plans to add new checkboxes for agent safety, they’re leaving out some of the most common (and messy) hazards that agents face, writes broker Teresa Boardman. Continue reading

Economist explains that controversial FHFA fee change

There’s been a lot of talk about the FHFA’s fee increase, but economist Matthew Gardner thinks that, for the most part, it’s much ado about nothing. Continue reading

3 keys for turning Instagram into a sales funnel

You can increase brand awareness and make genuine connections when you use Instagram to generate and nurture leads, writes Michelle Berman-Mickel. Here’s how to put its power to work for your real estate business. Continue reading

WFG swoops in to acquire nearly two dozen Doma title locations

The struggling digital title and closing provider is set to receive up to $24.5 million with earnouts “based on the retention of specified employees” by WFG Continue reading

Massive metro-to-metro home price gaps reach 13-year highs

Agents often say “real estate is local” when speaking to clients, potential leads, and family and friends in need of some sound buying and selling advice. While that phrase has become somewhat cliché, Redfin’s latest data report published on Tuesday pr… Continue reading

Rent peaked where it matters most. Here’s what happens next

Federal inflation data showed rent inflation dropped in April, about a year after rent growth rapidly slowed. Three economists explain why it took so long for that to happen and what that means for the future of the rental market. Continue reading