Rachel Kurzius

In this discussion, Rachel Kurzius, a reporter for The Washington Post specializing in homes, uncovers the fascinating reasons behind our Zillow obsession. She reveals that many users are merely daydreaming rather than buying, pointing to the platform's massive influence on real estate culture. The episode also addresses legal challenges facing Zillow, including a monopoly lawsuit. Kurzius delves into the psychological allure of virtual house hunting and the contrasting experiences of browsing online versus visiting homes in person.