Binsr Inspect proves AI can improve transactions: Tech Review

The application uses sharp user interface design and AI to shrink data input and offer inspectors a number of ways to complete reports in less time, tech expert Craig Rowe writes. Continue reading

Paraspot AI sees the future of property inspection: Tech Review

Craig C. Rowe reviews Paraspot on behalf of Inman. The application is mobile-first and assists in capturing conditions of apartments, homes, and other properties using computer vision and audio narration. Continue reading

Qwik Fix aims to repair the post-inspection process: Tech Review

Qwik Fix gives sellers the ability to quickly respond to the most needed repairs and buyers the chance to consider what’s really important for them to have ready before move-in. Continue reading

My home has a basement dungeon. Can I include it as part of the GLA?

“Barbarian” became a runaway hit in October, but the Airbnb-referencing horror flick also raises a thorny issue for agents: What rooms can be listed as part of a property’s total square footage? Continue reading

Nester unites nerds and contractors, lifts curtain on housing costs

Nester’s model is yet another great example of how real estate market and consumer services data can coalesce to improve how homebuyers and homesellers respond to the market. Continue reading

Inspectify wants to normalize consistency in home inspections: Tech Review

In the same way LegalZoom took away the intimidation of speaking with an attorney, Inspectify’s fast ordering and clear, categorized reporting takes the pain out of finding out your buyer’s house needs work after closing. Continue reading

Offers are just the beginning: How to get top dollar for sellers

Is your seller receiving a high number of multiple offers? Here’s how mega team leader Carl Medford ensures his sellers are completely satisfied that they got the best price and terms possible. Continue reading

5 tips for helping buyers navigate new home construction

Dealing with a new construction is very different from resale, and agents who understand that difference will ultimately win in this market. Here’s what you need to know and how to educate your clients along the way. Continue reading

10 myths agents wish their clients didn’t believe

Real estate is ever-changing and complicated. So when clients latch onto “advice” or “facts” they’ve heard and try to use them to inform their decision-making, it can be especially frustrating for agents to try to detangle, debug and find the right pat… Continue reading

Hippo debuts inspection insurance to cover homes’ structural issues

The product functions similarly to a home warranty, except that it covers structural items such as roofs and foundations. Continue reading