So you want to live in a tiny home? Here’s everything you need to know

We talked to experts about the legal, financial and social aspects of buying and moving into a home that’s under 500 square feet. Continue reading

Is Walmart gunning for the mortgage industry? Experts say yes

Experts Holden Lewis, Greg McBride and Jill Gonzalez share their thoughts on Walmart’s foray into fintech and what it could mean for the mortgage industry. Continue reading

The best real estate TV episodes to watch while you’re social distancing

If you’re waiting out the virus this weekend, it may as well be with “House Hunters,” “Fixer Upper” and “Million Dollar Listing.” Continue reading

Compass hires long-time Amazon exec as new chief product officer

Before joining Compass, Greg Hart spent more than two decades overseeing an array of products at Amazon. Continue reading

Amidst coronavirus worries, Washington real estate carries on

Although Washington real estate agents have noticed palpable differences in day-to-day life, their businesses continue to stay strong despite coronavirus anxiety. Continue reading

OJO Labs launches AI-powered photo scanning tool for kitchens

Kitchen Fit uses machine learning to help potential homebuyers figure out exactly what they want out of a kitchen. Continue reading

Why isn’t buying a house more like shopping at Amazon?

There’s no rhyme or reason in the world why the homebuying and selling process should be so archaic, inefficient and painful for consumers. Whoever can race to address these issues first will dominate the future of the real estate business. Continue reading

Real estate stocks slammed amid coronavirus market woes

Days of coronavirus-induced stock selloffs have driven the share price of numerous companies, including many in the real estate industry, plummeting. Continue reading

How to cut through the noise and learn to trust your gut

You should think carefully and set up some rules before blindly trusting the advice of others. There’s something to be said for developing self-confidence, knowing yourself and understanding what’s right for you. Continue reading

Jeff Bezos’ $165M mansion deal shatters Los Angeles sales record

Bezos bought the Beverly Hills estate from Hollywood mogul David Geffen in an off-market deal without the involvement of any agents. Continue reading