Rechat adds private user community; Mainstay acquires Truelist
“House of Rechat” is adding 175 new members each week. Plus, Mainstay absorbs Truelist; ClearCapital launches risk navigator tool; AngelAI to expand; more.
September 17, 2026
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- AI-modified listing photos blur line between enhancement, deceptionWith consumers growing frustrated over AI-altered listing photos, it may behoove agents to start adding disclosures when AI is used — if they don’t already.September 8, 2026
- M&As at Atlas VMS, HomeVestors; Opendoor Home Loans moves forwardAtlas acquired CloseClear.ai, while HomeVestors bought BlueSquIDX. Plus, Opendoor lending division ends beta period; Agent Buddi expands safety lineup; more.September 8, 2026
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- Brokerage leader concerns about AI rebound as the tech advancesAn annual survey found that real estate leaders are now more worried about AI risks, including compliance and data security, than they were in 2025.August 27, 2026
- Roomvu, Lofty unveil tools to boost agent visibility in AI searchBoth tools target a common challenge for agents. Plus, Land id adds senior execs; a new look for RealReports; Constellation1 unveils seller lead product; more.Updated August 26, 2026
- CRMLS expands REcore tools; childcare info now on Redfin listingsREcore Workspace serves as a central hub for agent workflow management. Plus, Realtor.com integrates Opendoor offers; ATTOM adds AI agents; Knock enters Texas.August 20, 2026
- Small indie brokerages are industry’s last AI ‘holdouts’Firms of all sizes have increased use dramatically since 2024, with the leaders of large brokerages now reporting 100% adoption, according to Delta Media Group.August 14, 2026
- IRE automates transaction compliance; MoxiWorks, Cloze partnerInside Real Estate’s ComplianceAI reviews transaction forms in real time. Plus, RealPage adds Lumina AI Suite; Zillow expands ad platform to Pinterest; more.August 13, 2026
- PLACE poised to ‘dramatically expand’ amid new acquisitionThe real estate tech company said the move adds “deep industry expertise, strong customer relationships and complementary capabilities” to its growing platform.Updated August 13, 2026
- Rechat, RealAnalytica launch AI workflow tools for agentsClaude and ChatGPT are now integrated into Rechat’s platform, while RealAnalytica’s Atlas Agents handles recurring business tasks and flags opportunities.August 7, 2026
- Side opens platform to outside firms; IRE unveils ‘Streams Studio’The back-office system is now available to indie, franchise-affiliated firms. Plus, Breezy opens Underbuilt Radar to consumers; Cloze adds Open House app; more.July 30, 2026
- LPT parent acquires AI company focused on ID’ing consumer intentSpeculo’s Remi AI tool tracks changes in intent and flags leads for human follow-up. The deal adds to LPT Aperture Holdings’ portfolio of industry-facing tech.July 28, 2026
- Lone Wolf ‘investing in AI’ with recruitment, retention toolsThe new tech is part of the BrokerMetrics platform. Plus, Repliers, Unlock MLS partner; Roomvu adds recruiting tool; FirstTeam adopts “AI-led ecosystem”; more.Updated July 28, 2026
- Compass unveils ‘AI Assistant’; brokerage comparison tool launchesThe AI tool is integrated into Compass’ Home Platform. Plus, Redfin partners with The Weather Company; Realtor.com expands Market Clock footprint; more.July 21, 2026
- REsides boosts fraud protection; Rechat debuts ‘Testimonials’The MLS is the first to adopt Property Shield’s “Ownership Verification” tool. Plus, Rechat adds client review feature; RealPage acquires data company; more.July 15, 2026
- Lofty launches ‘CIPA Defense Program,’ sues ‘serial litigant’The proptech firm says brokerages are receiving templated demand letters alleging California Invasion of Privacy Act violations. Lofty is fighting back.July 13, 2026
- Zillow Pro expands, pulling back the curtain on consumer searchNo search activity is shared without consent, a spokesperson said. Zillow Pro aims “to help agents deepen existing relationships, not prospect strangers.”July 9, 2026
- Douglas Elliman adopts new tech strategy in bid to reclaim dataAlong with its launch of Elius, the firm framed its embrace of Google Cloud-driven tech as an effort to power it into a more efficient, cost-effective era.July 8, 2026
- Compass deploys tech platform across brands; AI ‘coach’ launchesThe AI-driven Home Platform will expand to @properties, Corcoran and others. Plus, Real Geeks launches next-gen AI assistant; Shilo introduces 1:1 Coaching.July 2, 2026
- Zillow creates buyer hub; AI-forward mortgage brokerage launchesThe portal's new offering aims to organize the homebuying journey. Plus, Women’s Council partners with Roomvu; Clear Capital integrates with MeridianLink.June 29, 2026
- ‘Edge’ invites proptech firms to compete; renter AI search debutsThe ‘Pitch Battle’ occurs this fall. Plus, Apartments.com offers conversational search; NoteRouter integrates NAR content; LeadingRE, MaxHome.AI partner; more.June 17, 2026
- AI is shrinking the knowledge gap between agents, consumersAt NAR’s midyear conference, real estate pros were urged to adopt AI now — despite a lack of clarity around who’s responsible if something goes wrong.June 16, 2026
