Industry vets debut playbook to provide ‘non-Realtor MLS Access’

Russ Cofano and Amit Kulkarni of Alloy Advisors are among a group that has created the “Playbook for MLS Access in the Post NAR Policy Era.” Continue reading

Private inventory: New competition rules that leave consumers behind 

In the current market, the way listings reach consumers matters more than ever, Amit Kulkarni writes. Buyers need greater visibility, but the industry is shifting toward less of it.  Continue reading

Amit Kulkarni, Russ Cofano launch strategy firm Alloy Advisors

Longtime real estate executives Amit Kulkarni and Russ Cofano have launched a new strategy firm, Alloy Advisors. Their offerings range from product development to legal planning. Continue reading

What the Compass-Anywhere deal means for the future of MLSs

If MLSs shift to meet the challenges of a new market, they’ll secure their place at the center of the homebuying process, Amit Kulkarni writes. Continue reading

Bright first MLS to hire a chief economist

Dr. Lisa Sturtevant will help Bright with “critical business decisions around the company’s data assets” such as evaluating products and partnerships. Continue reading