3 Ways Blockchain Technology Is Disrupting the Real Estate Industry

If it seems as though everywhere you turn today, you are confronted with news about Bitcoin, it is not your imagination. Blockchain technology, the technology behind Bitcoin, has disrupted the currency industry more so than anything else in history has. As crazy as it might sound, numerous industries are now benefitting from this groundbreaking technology. While it might sound somewhat confusing, blockchain technology is simply the process for recording events in a database, referred to as the b…

Groundbreaking New Lead Conversion Technology Released for Real Estate Professionals

brytecore* In an industry that has become increasingly competitive, it is imperative for real estate professionals to be able to gain critical insight and identify targeted leads. This is precisely what a groundbreaking new lead conversion technology is providing. Brytecore recently unveiled a revolutionary new lead conversion technology specifically for real estate professionals. The new technology deliv…

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3 Important Reasons Why Real Estate Market Automation Is Poised for Incredible Growth in 2016

Real estate automation may not be exactly new, but several important factors are indicating that the field may experience explosive growth over the course of the next year. According to recent research, approximately two-thirds of real estate brokerages are not currently using marketing automation. With that said, nearly 30 percent of those surveyed have indicated that they have plans to implement marketing automation within the next year, clearly showing a growing momentum behind what has becom…

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5 Influential Women in Real Estate

As the real estate industry has continued to expand over the last few years, a number of influential players have emerged. Most recently, HousingWire has announced its annual Women of Influence list. The list features dozens of women representing every aspect of the housing industry, ranging from lending to real estate professionals. This year represents the fifth year that HousingWire has released its annual list of women leading the real estate industry. With each passing year, nominations hav…

What Zillow’s Acquisition of DotLoop Means for the Real Estate Industry

zillowanddot* Proving that the world of real estate tech is continually changing, Zillow recently announced it had acquired DotLoop, a real estate tech service with the goal of simplifying the oftentimes complex process of real estate transactions. DotLoop has garnered widespread attention for taking document signing and sharing online. The startup previously raised a total of $14 million, including $7 mi…

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Top People in Commercial Real Estate You Need to Connect with on LinkedIn

Whether you are already active on LinkedIn or you are considering getting started, it is important to know the top people in commercial real estate to connect with to further your goals. Below, we take a look at some of the top performing and most well known people in the industry with a presence on LinkedIn. Ken Ashley Connect on LinkedIn As the executive Director for Cushman & Wakefield, Ashley serves as an advisor and advocate for companies leasing or owning real estate. He has served i…

Redfin Introduces New Housing Market Index

Redfin, which has become known throughout the real estate industry for its groundbreaking real estate brokerage services, has recently announced the debut of its Housing Demand Index. According to that Index, housing market performance has increased 13 percent year-over-year since June. The Index has a baseline of 100. Earlier in the year, the Housing Demand Index demonstrated a seasonal pattern, showing an increase between January and April. The Index is based on visits to Redfin.com listing pa…