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ealScout has rolled out “AI Search – For Pros,” a new AI‑powered search engine that lets agents type or speak natural‑language queries to pull up listings that match their clients’ exact needs. The tool supports basic filters—location, square footage, price—and more nuanced preferences such as pool availability or HOA limits. Designed for professionals, it builds on MLS data structures to give agents deeper, more precise results than typical consumer‑facing AI tools. Early adopters who attended RealScout’s December 4 launch webinar will get first access, with full rollout scheduled for the end of January.
In Utah, the state MLS, UtahRealEstate.com, has introduced a voice‑activated search feature that lets home buyers speak their criteria and see matching properties in real time. The system understands natural language and can adjust prompts on the fly, making the search experience smoother for consumers. CEO Brad Bjelke says this is just the start; next year the MLS plans additional AI tools to change how both the public and real‑estate professionals find and analyze property data.
Follow Up Boss has teamed up with Rechat to merge CRM and marketing tools into a single platform. The integration, which can be set up in minutes, syncs contacts, messages, and to‑do lists bi‑directionally between the two apps. Rechat’s CEO Shayan Hamidi said the partnership realizes the company’s goal of a “Super App” for real‑estate agents, while Follow Up Boss’s CMO Steve Pacinelli highlighted how the combo boosts productivity by keeping all client interactions and marketing content in one workflow. This marks Rechat’s second major partnership in recent months, following its first integration with the design platform Figma.
Across the industry, technology continues to drive innovation. From startups to established firms, companies are constantly developing new tools and forming alliances to streamline operations and enhance client service. The latest announcements from RealScout, UtahRealEstate.com, Follow Up Boss, and Rechat illustrate how AI, voice search, and integrated platforms are reshaping real‑estate workflows and customer experiences.
