Curated daily by our industry experts. Stay informed on how tech is shaping the real estate industry with these important headlines.
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zillowanddot* Proving that the world of real estate tech is continually changing, Zillow recently announced it had acquired DotLoop, a real estate tech service with the goal of simplifying the oftentimes complex process of real estate transactions. DotLoop has garnered widespread attention for taking document signing and sharing online. The startup previously raised a total of $14 million, including $7 mi…
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Whether you are already active on LinkedIn or you are considering getting started, it is important to know the top people in commercial real estate to connect with to further your goals. Below, we take a look at some of the top performing and most well known people in the industry with a presence on LinkedIn. Ken Ashley Connect on LinkedIn As the executive Director for Cushman & Wakefield, Ashley serves as an advisor and advocate for companies leasing or owning real estate. He has served i…
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Redfin, which has become known throughout the real estate industry for its groundbreaking real estate brokerage services, has recently announced the debut of its Housing Demand Index. According to that Index, housing market performance has increased 13 percent year-over-year since June. The Index has a baseline of 100. Earlier in the year, the Housing Demand Index demonstrated a seasonal pattern, showing an increase between January and April. The Index is based on visits to Redfin.com listing pa…
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CoStarGroup, in an effort to continue the expansion of its global assets, has recently announced the acquisition of Belbex Corporate, the Spanish real estate information company. Following the acquisition, the new fim will be rebranded CoStar España. Former Belbex general manager Juan Menduiña will lead the new firm. Included in the acquisition is the firm’s Madrid-based office database along with the company’s Spanish commercial property marketing and network services. Setting a Precedence for …
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One of the most relevant opportunities for real estate agents to capture leads is an open house. Yet, such events can often be so hectic it can be difficult for real estate professionals to capture the vital details necessary to follow up on those leads. Now, Homepass, a revolutionary new mobile app, has made it much easier for agents to capture visitor details during open homes, setting the stage for greater customer development and more informed conversations. As a result, agents are also abl…
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When it comes to real estate, the industry is practically brimming with incredible entrepreneurs who have helped to pave the path to the future. While some of those names may be fairly well known, there are others who often work quietly behind the scenes, yet are some of the most important movers and shakers in the industry. 1. John Gray-Blackstone John Gray and real estate private equity are practically synonymous. First beginning Blackstone back in 1992 as a staffer, Gray has authored some of…
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During the housing crisis, the real estate legal profession, like most everything else related to the real estate industry, suffered significantly. Now; however, all of that is beginning to change, as booming real estate markets throughout the country have once again begun to draw upon the skills of attorneys experienced in real estate zoning, taxes, and transactions. In fact, real estate attorneys are in such demand that in many areas, there simply are not enough attorneys to meet the growing d…
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While e-commerce has completely revolutionized the way in which many people shop and entrepreneurs conduct business, a large amount of sales are still conducted offline. Not every fledgling shop requires a tremendous amount of space, however. In fact, when a new shop is being launched, it’s quite common for the shop owner to only require a small amount of space. Renting a large amount of space can be counterproductive and exorbitantly expensive. Furthermore, the shop owner may only need the spa…
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