In 2024, VCs focused on ‘quality over quantity’: CRETI

In total, real estate technology entrepreneurs landed $15.1 billion in funds for their ideas on how to improve the industry, according to CRETI’s 2024 Proptech Venture Capital Analysis. Continue reading

Older buyers prioritizing lifestyle over climate risk, Redfin says

In 2023, nearly 37 percent of homes bought by individuals aged 65 and older were located in areas with high risk of extreme heat, compared to 32.3 percent of homes purchased by those under the age of 35. Continue reading

Alexander twins’ bond review delayed until Thursday

Defense lawyers for Oren and Alon Alexander appeared in court on Monday, but because of a paperwork scuffle, the brothers’ bond review was delayed a few days. Judge Lody Jean said the brothers’ house arrests “may be more of a hurdle than anything else,… Continue reading

Yonkers Housing Authority taps AreaHub to provide climate data

The Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers is collaborating with AreaHub to better understand how severe weather impacts its mission to protect and safeguard affordable housing. Continue reading

FBS, maker of FlexMLS, now offers marketing services

FBS, the maker of FlexMLS and its sister software systems, is adding to its family of products aimed to empower multiple listing services with a marketing services offering called MAS, or marketing add-on services. Continue reading

HomeSmart joins brokerages in allowing agents to shift from NAR

The shift by HomeSmart and Realty One Group reflects growing skepticism about NAR’s three-way agreement and Phoenix Realtor’s announcement of MLS Choice in November. Continue reading

South Florida association launches consumer education ad campaign

Titled “Perfect Strangers,” the latest commercial is part of Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors’ stated goal of creating a national movement to change how consumers think of real estate agents. Continue reading

Zumper introduces Zoe, latest AI for aspiring renters

Zumper is the latest software company in the rental industry to launch an artificial intelligence product to assist current and aspiring tenants. Continue reading

Realty One Group allows Phoenix-area agents to leave NAR

Beginning in 2025, local agents will have the option to join a new Realty One subsidiary and become members of MLS Choice, a new low-cost membership type provided by Phoenix Realtors, without having to be Realtor association members. Continue reading

Santa’s North Pole home gets magical makeover by Revive

Mrs. Claus’ dream kitchen features a custom black and brass Lacanche French range, Denali quartzite countertops and pine-green cabinetry, perfect for baking Santa’s cookies and preparing holiday feasts. Continue reading