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Flip Flop: Why Zillow’s Algorithmic Home Buying Venture Imploded

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What this article backs

• Zillow ↑ Ibuyer Competition
• Ibuyer Competition ↓ Transaction Volume

• Zillow increases Ibuyer Competition.
• Ibuyer Competition decreases Transaction Volume.

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Zillow's Algorithmic Home Buying Venture Imploded

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