Stranger Things in the feed: When audiences take control Sun, 11 Jan 2026 9:22:12 Stranger Things aren’t just happening on screen. They’re unfolding across social feeds, where audiences increasingly shape narratives in real time. From fandom-driven belief systems and breaking news cycles to platform shifts and AI-led discovery, participation is no longer passive. As control moves away from institutions and toward interpretation, clarity, restraint and trust have become the most valuable currencies online. read more»
Trump’s mortgage bond promise already bringing rates down Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:14:24 Although $200 billion sounds like a lot of money, the impact and longevity of Fannie and Freddie's bond purchases on mortgage rates won't be as big as the Federal Reserve's. read more»
The deal is done: Compass and Anywhere have officially merged Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:08:22 Less than four months after Compass and Anywhere — two of the biggest companies in real estate — announced a planned merger, the firms closed the $1.6 billion deal on Friday after receiving a majority of shareholder approval. read more»
Rentspree’s Landlord Pro targets fragmented rental operations Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:29:55 The company hopes Landlord Pro will appeal to rental operators burdened by fragmented marketing, leasing, and financial services products. Costs are harder to manage and predict when spread thin across a range of disconnected vendors. read more»
A $3K commission saved me: Here’s why niche marketing wins Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:23:04 While 70 percent of Realtors compete for the same residential listings, you could be the only agent in your market who truly understands the emotional complexities of the niche you serve, America Foy writes. read more»
Does Luxury Presence’s $37M Series C forecast a big year for proptech investment? Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:00:35 Luxury Presence's Series C consists of $22 million in equity financing led by repeat lead investor Bessemer Venture Partners. Others taking staking in the round include NextEquity, GSBackers, TPC, and Adam and Jade Mills. The round was finalized with a $15M debt facility with J.P. Morgan. read more»
