New company uses data to match luxury properties and buyers

A new company is building a system that will use data and artificial intelligence to match high-end properties with lifestyle preferences and hobbies. Continue reading

Perch pulls in $220M in latest funding round

New York City-based iBuyer Perch announced on Tuesday the completion of a $220 million Series B funding round with $20 million in equity funding and $200 million in debt financing. Continue reading

Zillow unveils new logo and Premier Agent scoring system

Zillow Premier Agents who earn scores of 90 or higher on online customer satisfaction surveys will be awarded a “Best of Zillow” badge on the site. Continue reading

Zillow accused of allowing housing discrimination in listings

An enterprising Twitter user noticed over the weekend that Zillow’s listings portal is populated with listings that specifically mention race, including phrases like, “no blacks near me,” and “I will not rent to other ethnicities other than caucasian s… Continue reading

Thousands rally to protect Bay Area’s so-called ‘Flintstone House’

Bay Area residents, property rights advocates and Flintstones fans are rallying in support of a Hillsborough, California, home derided by town officials as a public nuisance for its front-lawn collection of colorful dinosaur sculptures inspired by the … Continue reading

Ski town markets wilt as spring buying season heats up

Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company are making real estate decisions based on the growing threat of climate change’s impact on winter. Continue reading

Former NFL player lists $3M California mansion while in jail

Former NFL tight end Kellen Winslow Jr., a one-time powerhouse now accused of raping multiple women, has listed his property for $2.995 million. Continue reading