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Zillow Q2 revenue exceeds expectations, grows 13% to $572M

Aug 7, 2024

Better-than-expected residential segment results bolstered Seattle-based portal Zillow's Q2 performance, which saw growing revenues and slimming losses as they zero in on creating a 'fully-integrated' homebuying experience.

Zillow Group names Jeremy Wacksman as new CEO

Aug 7, 2024

After five years back at the helm, Zillow Group co-founder Rich Barton steps down as CEO. Former COO Jeremy Wacksman takes the reins as the company charges past what Barton calls the "Portal 1.0" experience.

‘Hidden’ homeownership costs locking potential buyers in place

Aug 7, 2024

Households have deferred moving, partially due to high "hidden" homeownership costs such as property taxes, insurance and climate change, according to a report.

Real Brokerage sees new highs in revenue, gross profit during Q2

Aug 7, 2024

The cloud-based brokerage saw surprisingly positive second-quarter earnings results during a tough market. Real chairman and CEO Tamir Poleg said the results were a testament to the firm's business model.

Matterport exec alleges she was fired for raising business concerns

Aug 7, 2024

The former sales executive filed a lawsuit in California alleging "she was pushed out of the company because she raised concerns about illegal and unethical practices."

Should you talk politics? Only if you can keep it professional

Aug 7, 2024

Choose not to be offended. Have conflict resolution strategies in place. Stay calm, acknowledge the difference in opinions, and move on to other topics, Keller Williams’ Julia Lashay Israel writes.

Consumer watchdog advises buyers to pay agents ‘2% or less’

Aug 6, 2024

The Consumer Federation of America also tells consumers not to agree to pay an agent just to see a home, but to sign a touring agreement with no financial obligation instead.

Matterport revenue grows, losses improve during Q2

Aug 6, 2024

Total revenue grew to $42.2 million during the second quarter of 2024, up from $39.6 million the previous year, as the company worked to increase its market share.

Tell us about your biggest Inman Connect Las Vegas takeaways

Aug 6, 2024

An inspiring keynote? A stellar panel? We want to know what you saw, heard or read from ICLV that changed your perspective and your business.

UWM shares at 3-year high on prospect of refi ‘mini boom’

Aug 6, 2024

The nation's largest mortgage lender posted a healthy $76 million second quarter profit, paid down debt, and said it's in prime position to capitalize and grow as mortgage rates drop.

Travelers spent $21.2B booking through Airbnb last quarter

Aug 6, 2024

The leading short-term rental platform told investors that its share of revenue grew by 11 percent to $2.75 billion in the second quarter of this year. Travelers made 125.1 million total bookings in three months.

Redfin sees Q2 revenue rise, while losses remain nearly flat

Aug 6, 2024

The company saw revenue climb 7 percent to $295.2 million between April and June, but it also lost $27.9 million — just a hair above its Q2 2023 loss.