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roperty Shield’s fraud‑detection platform is now available to roughly 75,000 agents nationwide, thanks to new MLS alliances in Ohio, South Carolina and coastal Georgia. The Columbus and Central Ohio Regional MLS and REsides subscribers can use the service at no extra charge. The system offers 24/7 AI‑assisted monitoring and policy compliance checks that run from listing launch to closing, protecting listings from theft, unauthorized use and other fraud. Property Shield CEO Alexander Fahsel highlighted the need for continuous data surveillance as fraud tactics evolve. MLS leaders Brent Swander and Colette Stevenson emphasized that the partnership delivers real‑time protection, builds trust, and secures agents’ reputations.

    The Greenwich Association of Realtors (GAR) has partnered with SkySlope to streamline paperwork for its 1,200+ members. Through the deal, agents gain access to SkySlope Forms—automated forms that sync with MLS data—and DigiSign, a virtual document‑management tool. GAR Vice President Cynthia De Riemer said the collaboration adds efficiency and value to the local real‑estate ecosystem, while President Brian R. Amen stressed that the tools free agents to focus on clients and community. SkySlope CEO Tyler Smith noted that automation is used to create a smoother, client‑centric experience.

    Block Renovation has expanded its reach by acquiring BuildZoom Marketplace, a network of builders, contractors and consultants. The acquisition lets Block Renovation’s AI platform serve projects nationwide, handling more than $100 million in construction and renovation work annually. Formerly focused on renovations, the company now supports single‑ and multi‑family builds and smaller commercial projects. SVP of Product and Engineering Matt Stein described the platform as transforming collaboration—making every step smarter, more transparent and better connected. CEO Julie Kheyfets added that the move turns a fragmented market into a unified, trustworthy destination for homeowners and small businesses, offering design, hiring and construction in one place.

    These developments underscore how technology continues to reshape real‑estate operations. From automated paperwork and fraud protection to AI‑driven construction management, startups and established firms alike are innovating, scaling and forming strategic partnerships to deliver greater value to agents, clients and the broader industry.