Joe Rath, a Redfin expert known for his insightful contributions to real estate technology, interviews Mike DelPrete for a deep dive into groundbreaking trends. They discuss the transformative impact of AI and how it reshapes transaction efficiency. The conversation reveals startling truths about property portals, their reliance on inventory over innovation, and the shocking decline in lead quality. They also tackle the perfect house myth and how brokerages can thrive amid market volatility by leveraging niche strengths. It's a must-listen for real estate enthusiasts!

In this episode, Joe Rath from Redfin chats about coffee subscriptions, the 'mother of all metrics,' consistency, tech adoption, effective technology in the industry, and the importance of being a good MLS partner. They also discuss the power of thinking small, the 'your listing, your lead' concept, and the strategy of issuing press releases when shutting down products.