Knock focused on winning agents’ trust

In case they’re not getting the message, Knock’s booth at Inman Connect Las Vegas sported a banner that read, “In Agents We Trust.” Continue reading

New Redfin tool allows shoppers to phone a friend with FaceTime

The feature lets buyers hop on a FaceTime call with their agents and others, browse listings and share their favorites with the group. Continue reading

How to prepare buyers for the brutal seller’s market

A group of Keller Williams panelists argued that it’s all about communication and managing expectations. Tune in for Inman’s Deep Dive on KW all week long. Continue reading

Private mortgage insurer National MI integrates with Mortgage Coach

Borrowers putting less than 20 percent down can choose between FHA, VA or USDA-backed mortgages, or take out private mortgage insurance to qualify for a mortgage that meets the requirements of mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Continue reading

Kukun offers buyers more power with newly released iHomeReport

Kukun’s iHomeReport is another weapon in the data bandolier of buyers trying to compete in heated markets or make offers sight unseen. Continue reading

Recovering economy is driving housing market’s potential: Study

“Potential existing-home sales” rose to an adjusted annual rate of 6.31 million in April, up 1.3 percent from March, according to First American Financial’s Potential Home Sales Model. Continue reading

‘We’re turning every consumer into an iBuyer’: Ribbon CEO

The founders of two cash offer companies — Ribbon’s Shaival Shah and Homeward’s Tim Heyl — discussed how they are working to empower agents at Connect Now. Continue reading

How the coronavirus pandemic is changing home financing

Vishal Garg and Adena Hefets discussed how the pandemic is impacting financing for homebuyers during a panel titled “Advances in Ways to Buy a Home.” Continue reading

What are the benefits and risks of alternative financing?

Find out what products real estate pros are using to help their buyers buy — and what to watch out for if you choose an alternative finance option. Continue reading