Mike DelPrete: In cooling market, agents are in for a ‘dogfight’

Real estate tech expert Mike DelPrete will share what companies are doing to emerge victorious amid uncertainty at Inman Connect Las Vegas next month. Continue reading

Zillow vs. Opendoor: Who’s doing it better right now?

Opendoor made over 2 million offers to curious homeowners in 2021, exponentially more than ever before. According to Mike DelPrete, this highlights the growing potential of Opendoor’s top-of-the-funnel customer appeal — which is beginning to rival Zill… Continue reading

Opendoor’s buy-to-list premium drops dramatically: Mike DelPrete

After reaching record levels earlier this year, Opendoor’s buy-to-list premium has fallen dramatically — a reflection of a rapidly changing market. Here’s why Mike DelPrete says it’s a critical data point to watch. Continue reading

What’s giving eXp the edge right now? Mike DelPrete

As the market makes profitability more difficult to attain, cost control measures will become ever more important for brokerage companies, says industry data expert Mike DelPrete. Continue reading

The brokerage slowdown has begun: Mike DelPrete

The market is softening and it’s reflected in quarterly declines. Fewer transactions mean less brokerage revenue. Continue reading

Red flag! 12 things agents should watch out for when being recruited

Here’s what some agents who have recently made strategic moves have to say about keeping one’s eye on the prize when it comes to negotiating contracts with a new brokerage. Continue reading

Compass approaching ‘critical’ cash burn: Mike DelPrete

Compass is not in immediate peril, but it is approaching a critical juncture where it will either need to raise more money or reduce expenses, according to data expert Mike DelPrete. Continue reading

Opendoor’s growth has ‘materially accelerated’: DelPrete

Last year was a record year for Opendoor — and the latest data suggests that 2022 may turn out to be even bigger. Find out more on how the iBuyer is driving growth from data expert Mike DelPrete. Continue reading

How to help a homebuyer sweeten an offer — without going too far

Contingency clauses are there to protect buyers and shouldn’t be dropped lightly. Here’s how agents can help advise clients navigating the tricky situations that offer-sweeteners can create. Continue reading