REAL ESTATE NEWS - Innovation and Technology

Stay updated on the latest innovations and technology in the real estate sector, including PropTech, home automation, and digital solutions transforming the market.

GSA Nominee Talks Real Estate, AI, Efficiency at Confirmation Hearing
Trump nominee Edward Forst, GSA administrator, told Senators at hearing that GSA is the “tip of the spear.”
GSA nominee discusses real estate, AI, efficiency at confirmation hearing.
Sixth Washington & Lee Real Estate Forum Draws Record Attendance
Washington and Lee U. Real Estate Forum marks milestone, hosting record 162 attendees at its 6th biannual event in DC.
Record attendance at Washington & Lee Real Estate Forum, Lexington.
Property Management Software for Easier Landlords & Real Estate Pros
RentRedi, a cost‑effective, customizable software, aids members and clients in property management.
Landlord using property management software dashboard in home office.
When Titans Merge: Zillow's Shift After Buying a Rival
Like Coke buying Pepsi, Zillow’s Trulia takeover a decade ago ended its fiercest home‑search rivalry.
Zillow CEO announces merger with rival real estate platform, reshaping U.S. market.
Commercial Property Owners Start Decoding AI
Owners say accuracy and trust are key hurdles for proptech firms adopting fast‑evolving tech.
Commercial property owners decoding AI in a modern boardroom.
Enhancing Well‑Being and Human Experience in Real Estate
Carrie Denning Jackson explores how health, sustainability, and innovation reshape building design, operation, value.
Modern real estate office interior promoting wellness, with diverse clients collaborating.
Real Estate Agents: Adopting AI While Preserving Human Touch
Experts urge housing peers to adopt AI before it loses novelty, or risk being left behind.
Real estate agents use AI tools while preserving human touch.
Ex-Teacher Real Estate Agent Uses Creativity & Communication
Up-and-Comer: Shaina Goedtke, White Spruce Real Estate/Keller Williams, 4 Under 40 awardee from Sioux Empire Realtors.
Former teacher turned real estate agent showcases creative communication skills.
Harper Court Home in Alameda County Sells for $1.39M
Harper Court unit in Pleasanton's 4500 block sold Sept. 5, 2025 for $1.39 M, $934 per sq ft.
Harper Court home sold in Alameda County for $1.39M.
Compass demands Redfin CEO files in Zillow lawsuit, claims conspiracy
Brokerage requests mid‑April 2025 blog drafts; a 7‑year floor‑plan case concludes.
Compass urges Redfin CEO to file in Zillow lawsuit, alleging conspiracy.
Critics slam influencer over bare home in magazine, praise mediocrity
Cobble Hill unit article ignites online firestorm over resident's design creds and publication standards.
Critics slam influencer's bare home in magazine, praise mediocrity.
NextHome Promotes Two Employees; MoxiWorks Appoints New Product Head
NextHome names Charis Moreno CRO, Jim Fischetti president of brokerage ops; Ashley Fidler is new CPO at MoxiWorks.
NextHome promotes two employees; MoxiWorks appoints new product head.
Real Estate Agents Opt for AI-Generated Images Over Real Photos
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Real estate agents opting for AI‑generated images instead of real photos.
2026's Best Real Estate Data Providers
ATTOM reviews top real estate data providers for 2026, covering residential and commercial markets.
2026 top real estate data providers showcase at industry conference.
Douglas Elliman Partners with Watson to Boost Iconic Real Estate Brand
PRNewswire: Douglas Elliman, top luxury real estate firm, leads with highest national average sales price.
Douglas Elliman partners with Watson to boost real estate brand.
America's Drone Supremacy: Impact on Real Estate Pros
Drone tech has rapidly evolved, enabling longer flights, heavier payloads, and highly detailed data.
Drone surveys U.S. homes for real estate market.
ADDX Teams with Hines to Expand Access to Quality Real Estate
ADDX partners with Hines, a global real estate leader, merging Hines' investment expertise with ADDX's digital solutions.
ADDX partners with Hines to broaden quality real estate access.
Real Estate Plan: One‑Page vs 19‑Page Comparison
Matt Mittman of RE/MAX Ready explains how realtors succeed using a one‑page Real Estate Business Plan.
Side‑by‑side comparison of one‑page versus 19‑page real estate plans.
ERA Singapore Boosts AI in SALES+ App to Enhance Agent Experience
ERA Singapore plans deeper AI integration into SALES+ app to boost agent productivity after the two‑day Tech Bootcamp.
ERA Singapore launches AI‑powered SALES+ app, enhancing agent experience.

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