The Jones Agency, Inc. is a liability insurance underwriting company that specializes in serving general construction and property management contractors. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, it provides insurance solutions tailored for various professions, including contractors, electricians, HVAC technicians, and landscapers. In addition to its underwriting services, Jones offers a software platform designed to streamline liability management for real estate companies, addressing the complexities of insurance compliance. This innovative approach aims to simplify the traditionally cumbersome process of managing insurance certificates for owners, managers, and developers within the commercial real estate sector. Through its services, Jones seeks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in insurance management for its clients.
Serhant.
Seed Round in 2024
Serhant is a real estate company that innovates through media and content creation to revolutionize the traditional brokerage model. It operates a full-service in-house film studio and an amplification platform to showcase properties to a wider audience, thereby connecting buyers and sellers more effectively.
Bilt Rewards
Venture Round in 2024
Bilt Rewards offers a rewards program that allows renters to earn points on rent and create a path towards homeownership. With an alliance of the U.S.' largest real estate owners, Bilt Rewards will enable renters in more than two million units across the country to earn points just by paying rent. Launched in June 2021, Bilt Rewards boasts one of the highest value rewards programs on the market today, including one-to-one point transfers for travel across over 100 major airlines and hotel partners; fitness classes at the country’s top boutique studios; limited-edition and exclusive collections of art and home decorations through the Bilt Collection, and the ability to use points for rent credits or towards a future down payment. Bilt has also partnered with Mastercard and Wells Fargo to create the Bilt Mastercard - the first and only credit card that can be used to pay rent with no fees. In October 2022, Bilt announced a valuation of $1.5 billion following a $150 million growth round to advance its loyalty program and credit card for renters.
Bowery Valuation
Series B in 2023
Bowery Valuation, founded in 2015 and based in New York, specializes in cloud-based appraisal software and mobile applications designed for commercial real estate appraisal. The company's technology enables appraisers to generate full appraisal reports more than twice as quickly as traditional methods. By leveraging a robust backend database and a natural language generator, Bowery Valuation enhances efficiency, quality, and consistency across appraisal firms. This allows appraisers to produce reports more consistently and at a lower cost, streamlining the appraisal process in the commercial real estate sector.
Placemakr
Series C in 2023
Placemakr is a company that provides alternative lodging services by transforming newly built luxury apartment buildings into pop-up hotels. Established in 2017 in Washington, D.C., by Jason Fudin, Placemakr offers fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and modern amenities. The company's platform allows users to browse and book stays in these luxury accommodations, turning vacant apartments into revenue-generating spaces. This approach not only helps multifamily developers mitigate risks during the leasing phase of new properties but also enhances the living experience for residents by offering additional amenities.
Bilt Rewards
Venture Round in 2022
Bilt Rewards offers a rewards program that allows renters to earn points on rent and create a path towards homeownership. With an alliance of the U.S.' largest real estate owners, Bilt Rewards will enable renters in more than two million units across the country to earn points just by paying rent. Launched in June 2021, Bilt Rewards boasts one of the highest value rewards programs on the market today, including one-to-one point transfers for travel across over 100 major airlines and hotel partners; fitness classes at the country’s top boutique studios; limited-edition and exclusive collections of art and home decorations through the Bilt Collection, and the ability to use points for rent credits or towards a future down payment. Bilt has also partnered with Mastercard and Wells Fargo to create the Bilt Mastercard - the first and only credit card that can be used to pay rent with no fees. In October 2022, Bilt announced a valuation of $1.5 billion following a $150 million growth round to advance its loyalty program and credit card for renters.
Virtual Facility
Seed Round in 2022
Virtual Facility provides an intelligence workflow platform tailored for institutional customers, focusing on operational efficiency in various sectors including healthcare, education, and large-scale commercial facilities. The company offers a machine learning-powered building intelligence solution that enhances understanding, control, and prediction of operational expenditures. Through its software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering, Virtual Facility delivers real-time analytics and operations management support, empowering facility managers with automated intelligence to streamline their processes. This modular suite of products aims to facilitate data-driven decision-making, enabling clients to optimize their operations and maintain cost-effective management of their facilities.
Keyway provides AI-based solutions for sourcing, acquiring and managing commercial real estate properties.
Funnel Leasing
Series B in 2022
Funnel is a developer of cloud-based real estate marketing software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of multifamily operators and improving the leasing experience for renters. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, Funnel enables residential professionals to manage their inventory effectively, track leads, and oversee the leasing process from initial inquiry to renewal. The platform focuses on delivering a connected and consistent experience for renters while providing operators with valuable performance analytics. This innovative approach not only streamlines operations but also allows for cost savings by fostering smaller, more efficient teams. Funnel's renter-centric model addresses long-standing challenges in the industry, ultimately transforming the way multifamily operators engage with their tenants.
Curbio Inc. is a home renovation service provider that specializes in pre-sale home improvements to assist real estate agents and homeowners in preparing properties for sale. Founded in 2017 and based in Potomac, Maryland, Curbio leverages technology to streamline the home improvement process, offering features such as virtual estimates and automated communication for efficient project management. The company partners with real estate agents to deliver a hassle-free experience, ensuring that homes are market-ready and sold quickly. Curbio operates on a pay-at-closing model, allowing clients to renovate their homes without upfront costs, making it a cost-effective solution for enhancing property value before listing.
Azibo is a financial services platform based in Reno, Nevada, that caters to the needs of small real estate owners. Founded in 2018, Azibo offers a comprehensive digital banking solution designed to streamline property management tasks. The platform enables users to collect applications, screen tenants, generate and e-sign leases, manage rent collection, and handle accounting and financial reporting. Additionally, it simplifies maintenance management and facilitates banking and bill payments. By automating these processes, Azibo enhances operational efficiency and reduces the administrative burden associated with managing rental properties.
The Jones Agency, Inc. is a liability insurance underwriting company that specializes in serving general construction and property management contractors. Founded in 2016 and based in New York, it provides insurance solutions tailored for various professions, including contractors, electricians, HVAC technicians, and landscapers. In addition to its underwriting services, Jones offers a software platform designed to streamline liability management for real estate companies, addressing the complexities of insurance compliance. This innovative approach aims to simplify the traditionally cumbersome process of managing insurance certificates for owners, managers, and developers within the commercial real estate sector. Through its services, Jones seeks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in insurance management for its clients.
Bowery Valuation
Series B in 2021
Bowery Valuation, founded in 2015 and based in New York, specializes in cloud-based appraisal software and mobile applications designed for commercial real estate appraisal. The company's technology enables appraisers to generate full appraisal reports more than twice as quickly as traditional methods. By leveraging a robust backend database and a natural language generator, Bowery Valuation enhances efficiency, quality, and consistency across appraisal firms. This allows appraisers to produce reports more consistently and at a lower cost, streamlining the appraisal process in the commercial real estate sector.
Flyhomes, Inc. is an online real estate brokerage based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2015. The company offers a comprehensive platform and application designed to facilitate the buying and selling of real estate properties. By providing an end-to-end service, Flyhomes aims to enhance the homebuying and selling experience through consumer education, specialized expertise, financial innovation, and accessible technology. The company seeks to empower home buyers, sellers, and agents, helping them navigate the complexities of the real estate market more effectively.
Curbio Inc. is a home renovation service provider that specializes in pre-sale home improvements to assist real estate agents and homeowners in preparing properties for sale. Founded in 2017 and based in Potomac, Maryland, Curbio leverages technology to streamline the home improvement process, offering features such as virtual estimates and automated communication for efficient project management. The company partners with real estate agents to deliver a hassle-free experience, ensuring that homes are market-ready and sold quickly. Curbio operates on a pay-at-closing model, allowing clients to renovate their homes without upfront costs, making it a cost-effective solution for enhancing property value before listing.
Funnel Leasing
Series A in 2020
Funnel is a developer of cloud-based real estate marketing software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of multifamily operators and improving the leasing experience for renters. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, Funnel enables residential professionals to manage their inventory effectively, track leads, and oversee the leasing process from initial inquiry to renewal. The platform focuses on delivering a connected and consistent experience for renters while providing operators with valuable performance analytics. This innovative approach not only streamlines operations but also allows for cost savings by fostering smaller, more efficient teams. Funnel's renter-centric model addresses long-standing challenges in the industry, ultimately transforming the way multifamily operators engage with their tenants.
Placemakr
Series B in 2019
Placemakr is a company that provides alternative lodging services by transforming newly built luxury apartment buildings into pop-up hotels. Established in 2017 in Washington, D.C., by Jason Fudin, Placemakr offers fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and modern amenities. The company's platform allows users to browse and book stays in these luxury accommodations, turning vacant apartments into revenue-generating spaces. This approach not only helps multifamily developers mitigate risks during the leasing phase of new properties but also enhances the living experience for residents by offering additional amenities.
Curbio Inc. is a home renovation service provider that specializes in pre-sale home improvements to assist real estate agents and homeowners in preparing properties for sale. Founded in 2017 and based in Potomac, Maryland, Curbio leverages technology to streamline the home improvement process, offering features such as virtual estimates and automated communication for efficient project management. The company partners with real estate agents to deliver a hassle-free experience, ensuring that homes are market-ready and sold quickly. Curbio operates on a pay-at-closing model, allowing clients to renovate their homes without upfront costs, making it a cost-effective solution for enhancing property value before listing.
Bowery Valuation
Series A in 2018
Bowery Valuation, founded in 2015 and based in New York, specializes in cloud-based appraisal software and mobile applications designed for commercial real estate appraisal. The company's technology enables appraisers to generate full appraisal reports more than twice as quickly as traditional methods. By leveraging a robust backend database and a natural language generator, Bowery Valuation enhances efficiency, quality, and consistency across appraisal firms. This allows appraisers to produce reports more consistently and at a lower cost, streamlining the appraisal process in the commercial real estate sector.
Placemakr
Series A in 2018
Placemakr is a company that provides alternative lodging services by transforming newly built luxury apartment buildings into pop-up hotels. Established in 2017 in Washington, D.C., by Jason Fudin, Placemakr offers fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and modern amenities. The company's platform allows users to browse and book stays in these luxury accommodations, turning vacant apartments into revenue-generating spaces. This approach not only helps multifamily developers mitigate risks during the leasing phase of new properties but also enhances the living experience for residents by offering additional amenities.
Latch is a technology company that provides an operating system for modern buildings, comprising software, products, and services. Its primary offering is a keyless entry security system, enabling residents and authorized visitors to access doors within apartment buildings using their smartphones. Latch operates across North America, serving both large-scale real estate developers and local property owners, with its solutions deployed in various types of properties, from affordable housing to luxury towers.
Funnel Leasing
Series A in 2018
Funnel is a developer of cloud-based real estate marketing software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of multifamily operators and improving the leasing experience for renters. By offering a comprehensive suite of tools, Funnel enables residential professionals to manage their inventory effectively, track leads, and oversee the leasing process from initial inquiry to renewal. The platform focuses on delivering a connected and consistent experience for renters while providing operators with valuable performance analytics. This innovative approach not only streamlines operations but also allows for cost savings by fostering smaller, more efficient teams. Funnel's renter-centric model addresses long-standing challenges in the industry, ultimately transforming the way multifamily operators engage with their tenants.
Placemakr
Seed Round in 2018
Placemakr is a company that provides alternative lodging services by transforming newly built luxury apartment buildings into pop-up hotels. Established in 2017 in Washington, D.C., by Jason Fudin, Placemakr offers fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and modern amenities. The company's platform allows users to browse and book stays in these luxury accommodations, turning vacant apartments into revenue-generating spaces. This approach not only helps multifamily developers mitigate risks during the leasing phase of new properties but also enhances the living experience for residents by offering additional amenities.
Bowery Valuation
Seed Round in 2018
Bowery Valuation, founded in 2015 and based in New York, specializes in cloud-based appraisal software and mobile applications designed for commercial real estate appraisal. The company's technology enables appraisers to generate full appraisal reports more than twice as quickly as traditional methods. By leveraging a robust backend database and a natural language generator, Bowery Valuation enhances efficiency, quality, and consistency across appraisal firms. This allows appraisers to produce reports more consistently and at a lower cost, streamlining the appraisal process in the commercial real estate sector.
Placemakr
Seed Round in 2017
Placemakr is a company that provides alternative lodging services by transforming newly built luxury apartment buildings into pop-up hotels. Established in 2017 in Washington, D.C., by Jason Fudin, Placemakr offers fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and modern amenities. The company's platform allows users to browse and book stays in these luxury accommodations, turning vacant apartments into revenue-generating spaces. This approach not only helps multifamily developers mitigate risks during the leasing phase of new properties but also enhances the living experience for residents by offering additional amenities.
Bowery Valuation
Seed Round in 2017
Bowery Valuation, founded in 2015 and based in New York, specializes in cloud-based appraisal software and mobile applications designed for commercial real estate appraisal. The company's technology enables appraisers to generate full appraisal reports more than twice as quickly as traditional methods. By leveraging a robust backend database and a natural language generator, Bowery Valuation enhances efficiency, quality, and consistency across appraisal firms. This allows appraisers to produce reports more consistently and at a lower cost, streamlining the appraisal process in the commercial real estate sector.
TurboAppeal
Series A in 2016
TurboAppeal, Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in providing a web-based platform for property tax assessment appeals. Founded in 2015, the company offers services primarily to homeowners, including single-family and condominium owners, while also catering to real estate attorneys and various real estate professionals such as lenders and brokers. TurboAppeal employs advanced technology, including a machine-learning algorithm, to streamline the appeal process and enhance accuracy over time. The platform aims to simplify property tax appeals, ensuring that clients only pay their fair share of taxes. Since its incorporation, TurboAppeal has expanded its operations and continues to grow its presence across the United States. As of 2017, it operates as a subsidiary of Paradigm Tax Group, LLC.
VTS is a New York-based real estate CRM software company that specializes in leasing and asset management for commercial real estate professionals. Founded in 2012, VTS provides a centralized platform that enables landlords and brokers to track leases, assets, and tenants efficiently. The platform is designed to streamline workflows and enhance decision-making by offering critical insights through custom alerts and reporting capabilities. By empowering users with an intuitive toolset, VTS aims to optimize performance and revenue, facilitating better attraction, conversion, and retention of valuable assets and tenants. The firm supports a substantial user base managing over 7 billion square feet of real estate and counts several prominent commercial real estate leaders among its clients.
Latch is a technology company that provides an operating system for modern buildings, comprising software, products, and services. Its primary offering is a keyless entry security system, enabling residents and authorized visitors to access doors within apartment buildings using their smartphones. Latch operates across North America, serving both large-scale real estate developers and local property owners, with its solutions deployed in various types of properties, from affordable housing to luxury towers.
redIQ is a New York-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in transforming static property data into actionable intelligence for the multifamily real estate sector. By utilizing advanced data parsing and processing tools, redIQ enables clients to swiftly extract and analyze rent roll and operating data from various files, significantly reducing processing time. The company provides comprehensive services including data analysis, cash flow assessments, floor plan summaries, and leasing trends. Additionally, redIQ offers features such as data extraction and anomaly detection, along with an Excel plugin, to support multifamily acquisition teams, brokers, and lenders in making informed decisions based on accurate insights. Clients can easily share selected data in a dynamic format, enhancing collaboration and efficiency in the decision-making process.
Fundrise, LLC is a real estate investment platform founded in 2010 and based in Washington, D.C. The company provides an online marketplace that empowers individual investors and local residents to directly invest in commercial real estate projects, thereby facilitating ownership in urban development. Fundrise's innovative approach combines technology with federal regulations, allowing a broader audience to access private real estate investments without the traditional barriers associated with high net worth requirements. The platform offers various investment products, including eREITs and funds focused on urban housing development, enabling users to tailor their investment choices based on personal preferences. Fundrise also streamlines the investment process by allowing users to manage their portfolios online and receive regular financial updates and distributions. Through its mission to simplify and democratize real estate investing, Fundrise has redefined the investment landscape, making it more accessible and transparent for a diverse range of investors.
42Floors
Seed Round in 2011
42Floors Inc. is a commercial real estate services company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2011. The firm offers a web platform that facilitates the search for office space across 200 cities in the United States. Its platform aggregates listings from various sources, including brokerages, landlords, and Craigslist, enabling users to find office properties that meet their specific requirements. In addition to office spaces, 42Floors provides leasing services for a range of property types, including retail, industrial, medical, and restaurant spaces. The company operates as a subsidiary of Knotel, Inc.