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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,
Why I Joined Redfin: Julie Granahan
Julie Granahan is a Redfin Premier agent in the greater Seattle area, specializing in West Seattle and Burien. She originally joined Redfin in 2016 and
Why I Joined Redfin: Rob Griffin
Rob Griffin is a Redfin Premier agent in the greater Seattle area, serving buyers and sellers in Snohomish County. He joined Redfin in June 2024
Why I Joined Redfin: Tracy Vasquez
Tracy Vasquez is a Redfin Premier agent serving customers in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. She joined Redfin in August 2024 after building a successful
Redfin Welcomes December Agent Hires
Happy 2025, everyone! I love the promise of a new year and all of the possibilities it can bring—and that’s especially true now as we
Redfin Welcomes November Agent Hires
The holiday season is in full swing, and no one is feeling it more than our recruiting team! I want to take a moment to
Redfin Welcomes September and October Agent Hires
Happy holidays, everyone! As we transition into a new season, we’ve had the privilege of welcoming many new faces to Redfin. Please join me in
