Massive new iBuyer report gives deep insight into Zillow, Opendoor
The 168-page report from Mike DelPrete takes a look at how the pandemic has impacted iBuyers and how they're positioned to thrive in an era of social distancing.
View ArticleMomentum ‘unfortunately interrupted’ by virus as RE/MAX reports $70.3M in Q1...
The company failed to meet the consensus estimate of $0.40 adjusted earnings per share, falling slightly under at $0.39 earnings per share.
View ArticleDaily Dispatch: Two chief economists assay this summer’s market
Two chief economists offer predictions for what's coming next in the real estate market on Brad Inman's podcast.
View ArticleVIP Realtors rolls out multiviewer virtual visits on all listings
A Fort Meyers, Florida, brokerage has rolled out a system that allows for multiple people to virtually tour a home at the same time using Nodalview technology.
View Article26% of all mortgaged homes were equity-rich in first quarter
Roughly one-quarter, or 26.5 percent, of the 54.7 million mortgaged homes in the U.S. were equity-rich in Q1 2020, according to Attom Data Solutions.
View ArticleRemine investors drop company’s valuation, hold founders’ feet to fire
Term sheet obtained by Inman reveals Series B funding round will shift control of company's board from founders to investors.
View ArticleWhy your customer service matters most now
In today's world, what is the best strategy for moving forward? The answer might be less about adopting new tech, and more about focusing on individualized service and a stellar client experience.
View ArticleThe Real Word: What agents should (and shouldn’t) be doing right now
Watch Byron Lazine and Nicole White give a real estate agent’s perspective on industry-related topics. This week, they discuss Opendoor's return to contact-free selling and an MTV 'Cribs'-style listing...
View ArticleHow to lead your team with confidence through change
Whenever there's a bump in the road, teams members look up to their leaders for assurance. Provide support by being the calm voice of reason, taking initiative and aligning your plans with your desired...
View ArticleClothes the deal: How to dress to impress in this new normal
Whether you're preparing for a Zoom meeting or a transition back to the office when stay-at-home orders lift, knowing how to dress the part might be the key to closing the deal.
View ArticleAre your business cards bad? 8 design mistakes to avoid
As we're all spending a lot more time contemplating what our marketing looks like in the future, you should definitely take some time to look at your business card design with fresh eyes and avoid...
View Article3 showing ideas for today (open houses need not apply)
Here are three initiatives that are a far departure from the ordinary showing that we now use to launch and show our listings in today's environment.
View ArticleRealogy sees revenue, transactions increase — but losses balloon due to COVID-19
Realogy reported Thursday a net loss of $462 million in the first quarter, with a $447 million COVID-19 fueled impairment charge.
View ArticleDaily Dispatch: Discipline and mindfulness are key to success
There are good reasons to remain optimistic right now, EXIT Realty CEO Tami Bonnell tells Brad Inman in this episode of his podcast.
View ArticleRealogy CEO: Transaction decline may have already peaked
New open home sale transaction volume declined by as much as 50 percent in April, according to Realogy CEO Ryan Schneider.
View ArticleRE/MAX CEO: ‘We exit this health crisis in a position of strength’
RE/MAX reported earnings of $70.3 million in revenue for the first quarter, and despite market uncertainties CEO Adam Contos remains hopeful for the future.
View ArticleAnother 3.2 million Americans filed for unemployment last week
More than 33.5 million people have filed for unemployment since the outbreak exploded in early March, according to the U.S. Labor Department.
View ArticleRealogy, Amazon pause partnership
The company has taken a number of proactive steps to cut costs by up to $100 million for every quarter that COVID-19 is impacting the market.
View ArticleAs states reopen, some luxury agents are returning to open houses
This Saturday, Atlanta Realtor Kim Wilkin will be doing something that, in other parts of the country, feels years away — holding an open house.
View ArticleRedfin, Zillow to resume iBuying
Redfin is returning to homebuying immediately, while Zillow says a return is likely within a few weeks.
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