While some think of MLS systems only as utility tools, they often overlook the incredible marketing power of the MLS; it delivers the ability to agents to explore with past clients, current customers and prospects via the robust prospecting tools available in MLS systems - such as OneHome from Corelogic.
MooveGuru is pioneering a their first PropTech franchise program that allows local franchisees to offer their services to local agents and brokers - but this is the first localized service.
CoreLogic® is a data company first and foremost. The applications they develop to meet the needs of different customers in the real estate space are really just an extension of the underlying data. Data is the beating heart of their business, which is why they are so good at managing it.
If you are part of the brokerage community, you have probably met or know about Mark A. McLaughlin. He has grown a few companies and had some very successful exits, including Pacific Union to Compass – one of the largest real estate brokerage sales in history. Today he launched his new website where he posts insightful observations about the industry.
Stratus may have sparked some innovation here in America; we have always thought of the MLS as an agent-centric ecosystem. Sure, there are client servicing tools, but they are limited to buying and selling a home.
WAV Group would like to congratulate Elm Street Technology for their 5th acquisition this year. In acquiring Outbound Engine, they take the lead in acquisitions and hold the title of the most active private equity backed company in real estate by unit volume of companies acquired this year (Stone Point Capital is the leader by dollar volume).
Improv is funny and magical. Many companies who lead in innovation across all industries leverage in the simple rules of improv; brokerage leadership Teams can find great opportunities for innovation and improve just about any aspect of your business.
One market segment that WAV Group has been keeping a close eye on is moving concierge. In a press release issued today, MooveGuru reports that their home service providers have been used over nine million times by agent customers.
WAV Group congratulates Leah Gibbons and wishes her well in the new role of Senior Vice President and General Manager of Brokerage. We look forward to collaborating with her.
With the hottest real estate market in history, many REALTORS® and clients have lost thousands of potential transactions and billions of dollars in value. REALTORS® are in desperate need of our help to get their families to safety and then to begin the expensive and arduous task of re-building their homes and their businesses.
F.C. Tucker, Indiana’s largest independently owned real estate firm, has joined forces with Front Porch Real Estate – a 190-agent independent real estate brokerage with offices in central and southeastern Indiana. This increases F.C. Tucker’s market share by 3.5 percent.
CoreLogic publishes great industry data on the housing market. The first ever Hottest Cities annual report shows the top cities that are growing, where people are moving to, and how technology plays a leading role in the homebuying process. Take a look to see if your city is on the list!
