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Why tech and big money are going to clobber traditional real estate

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A member of a prominent VC firm Andreessen Horowitz believes that big data, big money and changing consumer preferences will remake the industry. Continue reading →

NoiseAware keeps tabs on noisy short-term renters

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NoiseAware helps owners and managers of short-term rentals manage and address noise before complaints are filed. Continue reading →

Redfin hires a renovations chief as it builds up its iBuyer program

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Redfin beefed up its iBuyer program Wednesday, announcing that it has hired its first-ever “national head of renovations” for RedfinNow. Continue reading →

Agent gets 7 years in prison for stealing $22M from clients

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A real estate agent who stole more than $22 million from her clients over two years has been sentenced to prison time, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced. Continue reading →

Why real estate agents turn to plastic surgery

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For some real estate agents, the pressure to give off a flawless appearance leads to plastic surgery and costly, age-defying medical procedures. Continue reading →

More than 75% of all homes will sell below asking price in 2019

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More than three quarters of all homes on the market will sell below asking price, Knock, the home-resale company, projected in a national forecast. Continue reading →

NAR restructures, launches emerging tech team

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The trade group, which has more than 1.3 million members, says staffing changes to its advocacy, marketing communications, member experience and technology groups will also bolster its lobbying efforts and better communication to its members. Continue reading →