How curbside closings are keeping the market moving

Due to the onset of COVID-19, real estate is becoming the next big business to leverage the efficiency and convenience of drive-thru deals known as curbside closings. Here’s a look at how various parts of the transaction are coming together to get the … Continue reading

Engel & Völkers announces partnership with Matterport

The global luxury real estate brand will integrate Matterport technology into its already existing Integrated Product Suite for all U.S. agents. Continue reading

Philanthropist and power broker Robby Browne dead at 72

Robby Browne was known for his lavish New York parties, huge deals, famous friends and long-running charity work. He died on April 11 after testing positive for COVID-19. Continue reading

Real Estate scores $10.7B as small business loan program runs out of gas

Real estate businesses collectively won about 3.14 percent of the total funding lawmakers set aside to save small firms during the pandemic. Continue reading

Filmmaker-inspired video app wants your help in beta testing

The app comes with a shot list and in-screen shooting recommendations to ensure users capture everything that makes a video worth watching. It was developed by a filmmaker and former Sothebys executive. Continue reading

Best amenity during a lockdown? A wine cellar, homeowners say

Gene Walder, the president and co-owner of Vintage Cellars, said his company is currently working on around 60 custom wine storage spaces around the country. Continue reading

Lion & Orb launches new listing marketing program for agents

PressList is designed to generate media coverage for agents’ listings. The service also includes a virtual tour agents can use while in-person showings remain off limits. Continue reading

Banks get first grab at stimulus checks

Nothing in the CARES Act precludes banks from garnishing the federal stimulus checks currently being disbursed to Americans. Continue reading