Zillow and Opendoor expand partnership to 11 new markets

The former rivals are now jointly providing cash offers to consumers in a total of 16 markets, most of them spread out across the Sunbelt. Continue reading

Zillow expands ‘post-pay’ Premier Agent model to 2 new markets

The expansion is part of Zillow’s “enhanced markets” program, which is now in six cities and part of the company’s efforts to eventually build a real estate “super app.” Continue reading

From daydreams to dream homes: How Glennda Baker rose to the top

As a child, Baker and her single mom bounced around rentals until the Georgia resident reached the tenth grade. Now, she helps make the dream of homeownership come true for people every day. Continue reading

As iBuyers struggle, agents rethink relationships with cash-offer kings

IBuyers like Opendoor and Offerpad once appeared poised to be an essential player in the nation’s biggest housing markets. Now, real estate agents say their role has diminished dramatically. Continue reading

Opendoor’s losses doubled in Q4 as the iBuyer’s revenue fell 25%

The dominant iBuyer lost nearly $400 million in the fourth quarter, according to an earnings call Thursday afternoon. That’s better than the previous quarter, but a big jump from the same period in 2021. Continue reading

4 things to watch as Compass’ annual conference unfolds this week

Compass became the largest company of its kind in the U.S. this year, but is holding its annual gathering as the real estate industry navigates uniquely troubled waters. Continue reading

Homebuyers in these US cities are backing out of deals at a higher rate

Phoenix, Las Vegas, Tampa and Austin attracted homebuyers at a higher rate during the height of the pandemic. But according to Redfin, those same Sun Belt cities are now cooling the fastest. Continue reading

The Agency launches new franchise in state of Georgia, its 36th to date

The new office is the company’s 36th franchise to date and its first in the state of Georgia. Continue reading

The biggest questions and answers about portals ditching crime data

Redfin, Trulia and realtor.com have all vowed to not use crime data going forward. The companies’ stands are now prompting a debate in the industry. Continue reading

4 tips for nailing your 2022 business plan

A successful agent needs good mentors, an evolving plan and the right language to connect with clients. Continue reading