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How Much Would Mint Be Worth Now?
It has almost been 18 months since Intuit acquired Mint for $170 million, so long ago that we can hardly remember how vigorously venture investors
Friendship and Solitude
Have you read the wonderful, deeply counter-cultural lecture on solitude and leadership delivered by William Deresiewicz in spring 2010 to the West Point plebe class? I
Redfin Launches Facebook Integration, Customer Deal Room
Big news! Redfin launched a bunch of new technologies last night — an online Deal Room to guide our home-buying customers through escrow, the ability
The Story of My Life
When we think about what makes a life good or bad, we tend to focus on the key events: a small envelope on the counter,
Celebrity or Entrepreneur?
I was just reading Chris Dixon’s notes on starting your first company, and noticed that five of his eleven recommendations focus on becoming a social-media
Jim Flatley Wasn't a Recliner
Every time I get on a plane, I think of Jim Flatley, the vice-president of sales at my old company, Plumtree Software. Corvette-driver, hair-gunker, suit-wearer,
Redfin Becomes 140+ Agents Stronger in February
The housing market is heating up, and Redfin agents are zeroed in on helping buyers and sellers navigate their 2025 moves. And thanks to our
Find the Perfect Home Day or Night with Dark Mode
The homes on Redfin are dazzling, but your late-night browsing experience doesn’t need to be. Dark mode is now available on the Redfin iOS app!
Rocket is Buying Redfin
Email from Redfin CEO, Glenn Kelman VERY BIG NEWS Redfin, We’ve entered into an agreement for Rocket Companies to buy Redfin in an all-stock deal
Why I Joined Redfin: Collette Canepa
Collette Canepa is a Redfin agent in Los Angeles. She joined Redfin in April 2024 after nearly two decades in the traditional real estate world
Why I Joined Redfin: Andrea Mayhew
Andrea Mayhew is a Redfin Premier agent who serves buyers and sellers in Vancouver, WA. She joined Redfin in September 2024 from John L. Scott
Redfin Welcomes More Than 140 New Agents in January
What a fantastic way to kick off the year! Redfin is excited to welcome over 140 talented agents who are ready to elevate their businesses
