
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 11:19 AM EDT
By Eniola Longe
SOUTH BEND, Ind. - South Bend's real estate market is getting a high-tech boost. Local firms are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to speed up transactions, train agents and connect buyers with homes—tools that are helping the region not just move property but also attract and retain workers.
At real estate firm Cressy & Everett, co...
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