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Airbnb eyes commercial buildings in new partnership

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Airbnb is working to launch a new hospitality service that will give short-term renters access to spaces in commercial buildings in New York City. Continue reading →

The Real Word: Should RE/MAX buy Redfin?

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Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, RE/MAX and Redfin are partnering up, and some think it’s just a matter of time before the bigger brokerage buys Redfin. Continue reading →

Zillow Offers opens Southwest hub, plans to add 160 new jobs

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Zillow’s cut the ribbon Wednesday on a new southwest hub that will serve as the operations center for its year-old Zillow Offers platform. Continue reading →

Coldwell Banker Bain ‘unleashes’ brand and tech refresh

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Coldwell Banker Bain announced on Wednesday a full organizational change to support its agents with new technology, marketing and branding. Continue reading →

Why are real estate agents still holding open houses alone?

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The question has prompted a debate — including in a recent Facebook post with hundreds of comments — over how to safely welcome strangers into a property. Continue reading →

Feds release long-awaited opportunity zone regulations

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The federal government released regulations Wednesday meant to stimulate investment in businesses and real estate projects in financially distressed areas. Continue reading →

Quicken to allow VRBO short-term rental income for mortgage qualification

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Quicken Loans and vacation rental company Vrbo are partnering to allow prospective buyers to use rental income on primary or secondary homes to qualify for a mortgage.  Continue reading →