How technology has shaped multifamily marketing

Even before the pandemic forced everyone to digitally transform, we as an industry had committed to a marketing strategy that was customer- and content-centered. Here’s how we’ve leveraged technology in a way that’s most beneficial to potential tenants. Continue reading

The New Normal: What if meetings of the future actually saved time?

Pandemic-driven technology not only facilitated a work-from-home lifestyle, but it also made some aspects of real estate more efficient. Here’s what realistic post-COVID real estate meetings could look like. Dive into this New Normal bonus content. Continue reading

HomeLight brings its cash offer and trade-in offerings to Texas

Starting this week, buyers and sellers in Dallas, Austin and Houston can use HomeLight’s flagship services. The startup is now in 16 markets nationwide. Continue reading

Inman Review: Can Shaker rattle the transaction management space for teams?

This team-focused transaction management solution eschews the weighed-down aesthetic of industry competitors to streamline deals and empower communications. Continue reading

NestEgg launches month-to-month property management service

With NestEgg Freedom, landlords and property owners can access NestEgg’s full suite of services for $29 per month per unit. Continue reading

Cash-offer startup Homeward scores $371M in funding

The funding is split between $136 million in equity and $235 million in debt and will go toward expanding the company’s scale. Continue reading

The New Normal: What if only 3 obstacles stood in the way of the fully digital transaction?

Four real estate leaders share how legislators, lenders, brokers, agents and consumers all have a role to play in blocking paperless transactions. Continue reading

Digital closing platform Snapdocs valued at more than $1.5B

Snapdocs has raised $150 million in a series D funding round. The platform is now used by more than 130,000 mortgage professionals a day, touching nearly 20 percent of U.S. real estate transactions. Continue reading

Ahead of travel season, Airbnb makes it easier to list properties

The short-term rental giant unveiled over 100 updates to its platform, including flexible searching options for guests and a simplified onboarding process for hosts. Continue reading