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CoreLogic is fending off acquisition attempts from two investment firms
The firms argued they could boost CoreLogic's performance. CoreLogic said they undervalued the company, and the ensuing disagreement has turned into a bitter battle.
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Court rejects Realogy attempt to force $400M Cartus deal
Judge says Realogy, not SIRVA, violated terms of the deal. The ruling means the acquisition won't go forward, but Realogy can pursue a $30 million termination fee.
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Pulse: What social media tools can you not live without?
What have you been using to up your content game lately? This week, we're asking you to share the essential, go-to tools in your social media marketing toolbox.
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Dear Marketing Mastermind: How can we confront the challenges of a COVID market?
In this advice column, Marketing Mastermind Christy Murdock Edgar answers three burning questions from the real estate industry at large. This time, we'll look at a few distinct challenges presented...
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Want more good buzz? 18 tips for boosting online reviews
In this day and age, if potential clients can’t find a review for you, they’re quite likely to move on to someone who does business like it’s 2020, not 1985. Here's how to boost some social proof for...
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10 clever ways to use Zoom for lead generation
This year, Zoom proved to be essential in connecting with your sphere, generating more leads and marketing your listings. Here are a few productive and fun ways you can make the most out of the platform.
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How to use virtual renovations and 3D renderings to market properties
Virtual renovations and 3D renderings can be powerful tools in marketing properties that are currently under construction, haven’t been built yet or need a little facelift. So, what does the process...
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Mortgage applications surge as buyers scramble for rates below 3%
Purchase activity was up 19 percent year over year, an increase for the ninth-consecutive week, according to new Mortgage Bankers Association data.
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Home prices continued to rise in May
The home price index ticked up 4.9 percent year over year in May while declining modestly 0.3 percent month over month, according to the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
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Home repair help and moving services on the rise: TaskRabbit
With economies reopening nationwide, demand for home repair help and moving services are picking up steam, according to data from the online marketplace.
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Median existing-home prices rise for 100th-consecutive month
Meanwhile, existing-home sales in June rebounded 20.7 percent month over month, according to the National Association of Realtors.
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Britney Spears’ former heavily gated mansion hits the market
The stylish Los Angeles garden mansion, shrouded in trees and gated within a gated community, just hit the market for $6.8 million.
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Join me for the best Connect ever
The industry's premier live digital event is back for only $49. Join us Aug. 4 for an action-packed, one-day, live digital experience built for this moment.
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Chance of V-shaped housing recovery is growing slimmer
"The possibility of volatility lasting into 2021 could be a reality," according to a 136-page report by HouseCanary released Wednesday.
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Housing discrimination is a vicious cycle: Zillow chief economist
During Zillow's virtual Unlock event, Svenja Gudell highlighted the historic instances that have led to a massive homeownership gap.
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76% of homeowners spruced up their homes during lockdown
According to home improvement site Porch.com, homeowners focused their efforts on the outdoors, with new gardens and lawns being the most popular projects.
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NY congressman announces first-time buyer coronavirus relief plan
Rep. Sean Mahoney's First Time Homebuyer Pandemic Savings Act would allow buyers to use retirement savings to fund their down payment penalty-free.
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How the real estate industry discriminates and what agents can do to stop it
Lisa Rice, the president and CEO of NFHA and Bill Dedman, an investigative reporter for "Newsday," discuss their investigations into housing discrimination at Zillow's virtual Unlock conference.
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Where renters can get more bang for their buck in the US
Experts also weigh in on how local policymakers can make housing more affordable for renters without upsetting homeowners.
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Rental Beast listing database partners with AI platform
New York City-based Cherre, a startup that deploys artificial intelligence to pull real estate property data, has teamed up with Rental Beast, an all-in-one online rental listing service with a...
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