Andy Florance, the founder of CoStar Group, recounts his journey from a Princeton dorm room to leading a billion-dollar real estate data powerhouse. He shares insights on the company’s rise amidst fierce competition, including the strategic acquisition of Apartments.com that propelled its growth. Florance discusses the challenges of transparency in real estate data and the evolving marketplace dynamics as CoStar aims to conquer new sectors like Homes.com. Tune in to discover his thoughts on navigating market cycles and leveraging data for continued success.