Zillow Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZG)

Zillow Group, Inc. operates an online residential real estate marketplace that connects consumers with real estate agents loan officers and rental listings. The company provides tools such as the Zestimate home valuation model advertising services and mortgage origination to support users throughout the buying selling renting and financing process.

Zillow Group, Inc. generates revenue primarily from advertising sales to real estate professionals and brands from mortgage interest and fees earned by Zillow Home Loans and from rental marketplace services including subscription fees and advertising to landlords and property managers. The company also earns income from transaction related products such as premium listing enhancements and software solutions for agents.

Zillow Group, Inc. is the most visited residential real estate website and app in the United States giving it a strong brand advantage over competitors such as Realtor.com Redfin and Trulia. The company’s living database of approximately 173 million U. S. homes and its proprietary valuation models provide differentiated data that competitors cannot easily replicate. Zillow Group, Inc. also operates the largest nationwide rental marketplace with millions of active listings which attracts both renters and property managers seeking broad exposure. Strategic partnerships with thousands of agents brokers mortgage lenders and property management software providers enhance its ecosystem and create network effects. An experienced management team and a solid financial position further support its ability to invest in technology and grow market share.

Zillow Group, Inc. serves a diverse customer base that includes individual home buyers sellers and renters seeking information and transaction support. Real estate agents brokers and teams use the platform to acquire leads advertise listings and access productivity tools. Mortgage borrowers obtain financing options through Zillow Home Loans or the company’s mortgage marketplace. Landlords and property managers rely on Zillow Rentals to list vacancies screen applicants collect payments and manage leasing activities.