Ricoh360 Tours releases beta phase of virtual staging product

With its Theta line of compact, high-resolution cameras, Ricoh was one of the first major brands to introduce a product specifically for creating online real estate tours. Continue reading

Mortgage boom for second homes takes hit amid new lending rules

New lending rules and a return to the office may have dented the prolific rise in demand for second-home loans, according to new data. Continue reading

Why baby boomers have such a huge influence on real estate trends

Some baby boomers are setting their sights on the rental market while others are holding off on moving plans. Continue reading

Morty will expand nationwide with $25M in new funding

Morty, an online mortgage marketplace that’s focused on serving homebuyers, has closed a $25 million Series B financing round that will allow it to beef up its hiring, marketing, and product development, and bring its services to homebuyers nationwide … Continue reading

Elm Street Technologies aims for Canada with latest acquisitions

The 2020 strategic investment by Aquiline Capital Partners continues to pay off for North Carolina-based software company Elm Street as it reaches deeper into Canada. Continue reading

Zillow, NAR slam REX’s alleged use of antitrust as a business strategy

Real estate giants Zillow and the National Association of Realtors are attempting to get an antitrust lawsuit filed by REX Real Estate tossed, hitting back against the discount brokerage’s allegations that it is the target of an illegal boycott. … Continue reading

When things go south: 6 tips for fixing virtual meeting problems

Technology problems in virtual meetings are part of the landscape. Here are a few nifty tips that’ll help you keep interruptions at bay from arriving early to troubleshoot problems to switching to audio-only mode. Continue reading

When things go south: 6 tips for fixing virtual meeting problems

Technology problems in virtual meetings are part of the landscape. Here are a few nifty tips that’ll help you keep interruptions at bay from arriving early to troubleshoot problems to switching to audio-only mode. Continue reading

How to explain the value of a buyer’s agent to clients

There are always clients who think they can just skip the buyer’s agent and work directly with the listing agent — saving money and steps. It usually stems from a misunderstanding on the buyers’ part, but it’s your job to win those clients over.
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