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.

Built for Tomorrow: NextHome Drives Real Estate Into a New Era
RISMedia interviews Charis Moreno, VP Sales at NextHome, on her vision for company culture in a changing industry.
NextHome unveils futuristic smart home, redefining modern real estate in downtown skyline.
Private Listings Split Compass Agents: Illogical or Awesome?
Off‑market listings: erode consumer trust or great marketing tool? Compass agents hold mixed views.
Compass agents split over private listings controversy, debating strategy.
Opendoor appoints new CEO, calls him the ideal AI‑era leader
Kaz Nejatian, ex‑Shopify COO, steps in as CEO after Carrie Wheeler’s resignation on Aug. 15.
Opendoor announces new CEO, AI‑era leader in San Francisco.
Playmakers: eXp CEO’s Rise After Losing It All
Watch Leo Pareja explain how to be a brilliant leader and share strategies for young agents to fast‑track their careers.
eXp CEO rises after losing everything, showcasing a dramatic comeback.
Harmonizing Openness and Adaptability in Evolving Real Estate
RISMedia CEO & Leadership Exchange panelists weigh pros and cons of the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP).
Open‑plan office in city skyline, illustrating adaptable real estate trends.
QinetiQ Extends 49,260‑SF R&D Lease at 358 2nd Ave, Waltham, MA
R.W. Holmes announces QinetiQ's lease extension of 49,260 sq ft R&D space at 358 2nd Ave, Waltham, MA.
QinetiQ extends 49,260‑SF R&D lease at 358 2nd Ave, Waltham.
Timberline Finishes Malden Catholic’s New Academic & Athletic Facility
Canton, MA – Timberline completes Malden Catholic’s 80,000‑sq‑ft academic & athletic facility, expanding campus offerings.
Timberline completes Malden Catholic’s new academic and athletic facility.
Trump pledges to boost homeownership amid record low affordability
After hinting at emergency housing measures, Trump vows to make homeownership affordable for those priced out.
Trump promises to increase homeownership during record low affordability.
Zillow Launches AI-Driven Virtual Staging for Property Showcases
New tool instantly adds furniture to listing photos, a step forward in making home shopping more immersive.
Zillow AI virtual staging transforms empty homes into furnished showcases.
Rentana & Orion Real Estate Empower Multifamily Operators Past Slumps
Multifamily leaders seek smarter revenue protection amid seasonal leasing lulls, keeping teams lean—Rentana offers solutions.
Rentana and Orion Real Estate empower multifamily operators beyond past slumps.
Qiddiya Investment Co Chooses Yardi Cloud Real Estate Solution
/PRNewswire/ – Yardi announces QIC, a PIF subsidiary, will use its platform.
Qiddiya Investment Co selects Yardi Cloud for Saudi real estate management.
Former NAR antitrust lawyer becomes Compass's chief legal officer
Ethan Glass, lead counsel in commission cases, highlights Compass’s steadfast commitment to seller choice, says CEO Reffkin.
Former NAR antitrust lawyer appointed Compass chief legal officer.
AppFolio Sparks New Real Estate Era at FUTURE 2025
AppFolio real estate conf unites leaders and tech, drives performance. SAN DIEGO, Sept. 9, 2025 – AppFolio (NASDAQ:APP).
AppFolio unveils new real estate era at FUTURE 2025 conference.
Top Real Estate Investing Apps
Before investing in real estate, know exactly what you’re buying and the risks involved.
Smartphone screen shows top real estate investing apps over city skyline.
SuperReturn NA 2025 Brings Elite Real Estate Investors to Coral Gables
SuperReturn Real Estate North America 2025: private real estate investing event, Oct 7‑8 at Loews Coral Gables Hotel, FL.
Elite real estate investors gather at SuperReturn NA 2025 in Coral Gables.
AI talent fuels growth in these real estate markets
CBRE: In-migration of tech talent boosts residential real estate; apartment rents rise across top AI tech markets.
AI talent fuels growth in real estate markets.
Eric Trump Touts Crypto Estate Hedge; Bitcoin Miner Debuts on Wall St
Eric Trump, CSO of Bitcoin Corp. (NASDAQ:ABTC), says crypto is the greatest real‑estate hedge and a growing industry.
Eric Trump promotes crypto hedge, Bitcoin miner launches on Wall Street.
H Properties Wins Hong Kong's Best Customer‑Centric Real Estate Brand 2025
PRNewswire: H Properties, Lee Kum Kee Group member, named Best Customer‑Centric Real Estate Brand – Hong Kong.
H Properties crowned Hong Kong's 2025 Best Customer‑Centric Real Estate Brand.

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