Revive releases app to help sellers, agents manage pre-sale renovations

The app, called Revive Home, allows all parties involved in the renovations to communicate via direct chat, insert renovation updates and store critical documents on both major mobile operating systems. Continue reading

New tools from Clear Capital facilitate desktop appraisals

Real estate agents and brokers approved by Clear Capital provide property information and photos that supplement data from public sources, helping appraisers complete accurate desktop appraisals. Continue reading

Pacaso, Engel & Völkers partner to formalize co-ownership model

Luxury real estate brand Engel & Völkers and second-home co-ownership platform Pacaso have formally partnered to promote the sale of homes branded as co-owned luxury properties. Continue reading

It’s time to ditch mortgage lending’s outdated appraisal model

It’s time for the mortgage lending industry to move to an AVM-based appraisal model, says real estate coach Bernice Ross. There is too much room for error, especially in today’s super-fast-paced market. Continue reading

Realtor.com announces new chief revenue, growth hires

Bryan Ellis will take over as chief revenue officer, while Arthur Chapin will join the company for the newly created role of chief growth officer. Ellis has experience at Angie’s List and Tesla while Chapin joins the company from Expedia. Continue reading

HomeJab launches NFT marketplace for real estate images

Called “real,” HomeJab’s new NFT marketplace allows brokerages and real estate-related companies to purchase exclusive images for marketing. This cuts down on brand confusion while providing greater financial incentives for photographers. Continue reading

Land sales in the metaverse: How real estate professionals are embracing the shift

In this new type of land ownership, real estate professionals will have to consider changing or adapting the way they sell or market real estate. Here, three pros share their insights and predict what’s next. Continue reading

As homebuyers pine for options, startups scramble to fill the void

A new class of tech company is responding to the home inventory shortage by taking sellers to the edge of the MLS — and sometimes beyond — with off-market appeals and more. Continue reading

Transactly expands Connect brand with second acquisition of 2022

A little more than a month after acquiring utility connection company Cake, transaction technology company Transactly has acquired 360 Home Connect to further expand its Connect brand line of services. Continue reading

London Calling: Shares in Mayfair luxury penthouse now available from Pacaso

London has become Pacaso’s first UK-based luxury home market, its second in Europe after launching its overseas operation in Marbella, Spain, in late 2021. Continue reading