REAL ESTATE NEWS - Innovation and Technology

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Local Realtor Appears on Jimmy Fallon's “On Brand” Show
On Brand: a contest where teams create ads for brands like Dunkin’ Donuts, Sonic, KitchenAid, Southwest, and Marshall’s.
Local realtor appears on Jimmy Fallon’s On Brand television show.
Boston Apartment Demand Rises in Q3 2025, Says Real Estate Times
Boston apartment seekers show renewed interest, renter engagement surges; city ranks 26th nationwide RentCafe REnT.
Boston apartment demand rises in Q3 2025, Real Estate Times reports.
Opendoor vs Compass: Which Real Estate Tech Stock Leads?
Will COMP's record growth and cash flow beat OPEN's bold AI‑driven real‑estate tech turnaround?
Opendoor and Compass compete for top real estate tech stock.
Fast‑selling Portland homes topped list, sold above asking
Sunnyside, Mount Tabor, Hayhurst homes drew heavy Redfin traffic, sold at premiums, offers in a week.
Sold sign on Portland home, fast‑selling above asking price.
Benutech launches lead‑gen tool; Zillow helps renters build credit
Benutech gives agents insights into major life events; Zillow & Esusu launch CreditClimb. LiveBy partners with Renowned.
Benutech launches lead‑generation tool; Zillow assists renters building credit.
AI demand drives real estate ads to become search‑ready
Industry leaders note AI platforms reshape home searches; users ask AI about price, amenities, neighborhood, availability.
AI demand drives real estate ads search‑ready.
AI divides real estate into boom or bust
The divide between data‑center advocates and critics widens as Nvidia’s star keeps rising.
AI analyzes city skyline, categorizing real estate into boom or bust.
AI Transforms Real Estate: A New Blueprint for Value
Generative AI reshapes real estate, boosting efficiency and spotting off‑market deals – Jorge Bauer.
AI blueprint overlays modern house, illustrating real estate value transformation.
Japan Post Bank Begins DCJPY Tokenized Deposit Trials for Real Estate
DeCurret DCP, operator of DCJPY tokenized deposits, inks deal with Japan Post Bank and Shinoken Group.
Japan Post Bank launches tokenized deposit trials for real estate in Japan.
Brokerages Revise Referral Disclosures Following NAR Vote Defeat
Benchmark Realty and eXp Realty unveil referral fee disclosure forms to boost transparency and agents' fiduciary duty.
Brokerages update referral disclosures after NAR vote defeat.
Agentic AI reshapes real estate agent workflows in 2025
In 2025, real estate agents increasingly use agentic AI for workflow automation, lead management, and client communication.
Agentic AI transforms real estate agent workflows in 2025.
Future‑Proof Real Estate: Tech Driving Tomorrow’s Success
Real Estate, PropStream, and MoxiWorks reveal innovations poised to give agents a competitive edge in 2026.
Modern real estate office with digital overlays, illustrating tech‑driven future success.
BlackRock: Private markets rise as real estate resets in 2026 outlook
By 2026, private markets reshape infra, financing, diversify, BlackRock says, driven digitalization, AI, low‑carbon shift.
BlackRock chart shows rising private markets, real estate reset forecast 2026.
Chicago MLS counters Zillow’s fair‑housing claim over private listings
Chicago MLS counters Zillow’s claim that its Private Listing Network enables racial bias, calling Zillow weaponized.
Chicago MLS counters Zillow’s fair‑housing claim over private listings.
Assetrix Founder Shapes Africa’s Real‑Estate NASDAQ via Blockchain
Mayowa Adeosun pioneers Africa’s next-gen real estate investment, using blockchain and fintech for accessible markets.
Assetrix founder shaping Africa's real‑estate NASDAQ with blockchain.
Compass vs. Zillow Trial: Which Side Presented a Stronger Argument?
In closing, attorneys for both firms tackled collusion claims, harm to Compass, etc.—judge to decide next steps.
Courtroom with Compass and Zillow logos, lawyers debating real‑estate lawsuit.
Silicon Valley property development hits lowest level since 2013
Silicon Valley's commercial real estate faces best and worst times, says Joint Venture Silicon Valley's latest report.
Silicon Valley property development at lowest level since 2013.
Hackers Target Georgia Real Estate Database Authority
Georgia real‑estate database authority reports a sophisticated ransomware attack.
Hackers breach Georgia real estate database authority.
Clarify: Dodgy Realtors Targeted
Dozens of NSW real estate agents warned after government finds hundreds of underquoted properties.
Dodgy realtors targeted in city real estate fraud investigation.
Russell Real Estate & Mayo Realtors Team Up
Russell Real Estate Services acquires Mayo Realtors, joining forces to serve Mahoning Valley and nearby regions.
Russell Real Estate partners with Mayo Realtors for joint real estate services.
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