Flock Homes
Venture Round in 2025
Flock Homes converts individual rental properties into fully-passive, diversified shares in a pool of houses. Flock helps rental property owners retire from being landlords. The company offers low-cost, tax-advantaged, hassle-free way to get and keep all the benefits of owning rental properties without any of the burdens. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Tomo is a fintech startup dedicated to revolutionizing the residential mortgage and home-buying process through its subsidiaries, Tomo Mortgage and Tomo Real Estate. The company offers a modern real estate portal that leverages artificial intelligence, visual insights, and data to streamline the home-buying experience. Its platform emphasizes data-driven solutions, automation, and third-party API integrations, allowing clients to complete real estate transactions more efficiently than traditional methods. By addressing the complexities of home ownership, Tomo aims to simplify and enhance the overall experience for buyers.
Tetra operates an HVAC management platform that simplifies the process of purchasing and installing heating and cooling systems for residential properties. The platform allows customers to obtain instant quotes for boiler, furnace, and air conditioner replacements online, eliminating the need for contractor calls, sales visits, and lengthy research. By streamlining the buying process, Tetra makes it easier, faster, and more affordable for homeowners to manage their HVAC needs, thus enhancing convenience and efficiency in home improvement projects.
Evernest is a proptech scale-up that redefines how residential properties are sold and bought in Europe. Evernest has developed a technology platform for real estate agents to make the entire process of residential real estate transactions more efficient. With the help of its full-service brokerage platform, smart marketing services and digitized support processes, Evernest offers a transparent and personalized experience for agents as well as property buyers and sellers. Founded in late 2019, currently more than 250 people are working for Evernest in Germany and Spain.
BuildCasa
Seed Round in 2024
BuildCasa is a housing company focused on addressing the housing supply shortage in America. The company assists homeowners in selling unutilized lot space, providing them with an opportunity to maximize the value of their properties. By offering financial support of up to $250,000, BuildCasa enables homeowners to construct additional housing on their extra lot space. This approach not only helps homeowners realize the full potential of their properties but also contributes to increasing the overall housing supply.
Buena
Venture Round in 2024
Buena cares for your apartments, tenants, and every task that comes with being a landlord. That’s more time for you.
Reneo is the leading end-to-end asset transformation- and decarbonization platform for residential real estate in Germany. Using proprietary software technology to identify and realize the ecological and economic potential of stranded assets.
BirdWatch
Seed Round in 2024
Birdwatch is a home maintenance platform that assists homeowners by offering a range of services including repairs, preventative maintenance, and renovation advising. By charging a monthly fee, Birdwatch provides a convenient and reliable solution for homeowners, allowing them to manage property-related issues without the stress typically associated with home ownership. The company is committed to promoting equal access to safe and dignified homeownership, while also emphasizing the importance of building intergenerational wealth. Birdwatch's mission-driven team is dedicated to ensuring that homeowners feel secure and well-cared-for in their living environments.
Juno Residential, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, focused on the development of residential apartments. Established in 2018, Juno Residential specializes in creating prefabricated housing solutions that prioritize environmental sustainability. The company employs innovative prefabrication techniques and utilizes organic, low-carbon materials such as mass timber to construct modern and curated living spaces. By offering these eco-friendly and efficient housing alternatives, Juno aims to address the growing demand for sustainable residential options.
Vivla is a real estate service provider that specializes in second homeownership by facilitating the buying, owning, and selling of fractional shares in second homes. The company streamlines the entire process for its clients, managing all aspects from the initial purchase to legal and administrative tasks, as well as ongoing property management. This approach allows individuals to invest in fully managed second homes without the need to purchase an entire property, making vacation home ownership more accessible and convenient.
Alfred
Private Equity Round in 2023
Founded in 2014 by Marcela Sapone and Jessica Beck, Alfred is the largest and most advanced residential management platform. Since its inception, Alfred has focused on providing a resident-first experience. With an unparalleled knowledge of what residents want and technology that boosts income and efficiency for owners and operators, Alfred provides a single stop that elevates the rental ecosystem for all involved. Named by Fast Company as one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies, Alfred’s AOS technology drives lower operating costs and higher returns for property owners and operators. Through strategic partnerships with international real-estate owners and operators such as Hines, Related, RXR, Greystar, Invesco, Brookfield and J.P. Morgan, With RKW, Alfred’s portfolio now extends to more than 300,000 residents in 44 cities across the U.S. and Canada and has planned expansions in Europe, Israel and Asia.
Evernest
Convertible Note in 2023
Evernest is a proptech scale-up that redefines how residential properties are sold and bought in Europe. Evernest has developed a technology platform for real estate agents to make the entire process of residential real estate transactions more efficient. With the help of its full-service brokerage platform, smart marketing services and digitized support processes, Evernest offers a transparent and personalized experience for agents as well as property buyers and sellers. Founded in late 2019, currently more than 250 people are working for Evernest in Germany and Spain.
Rive
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Rive is redefining how people buy, sell, and rent homes. Rive brings simplicity to switching homes by providing liquidity to sellers and fully renovated, move-in-ready homes for buyers while providing real estate agents with a unique combination of tech tools and products to give superior service to their customers. As a result, our customers have access to everything they need for a successful real estate transaction, from cutting-edge real-time market insights to renovation services delivered by local real estate professionals who guide them at every step. ‘Rive’ means leading edge and groundbreaking, just like the idea Rive was founded on: that selling homes should be simple and stress-free. To make this a reality, the Rive platform brings together all the different solutions that you need to change your life and property. Since we started in 2017, we have grown from a local iBuyer into a team of more than 300 real estate professionals in Finland, Spain, and Poland, and expanded our offering into a full-service real estate platform that provides a range of solutions for selling, buying, renovating, and financing your home. Rive is headquartered in Helsinki and is operating in all the major cities in Finland as well as Warsaw, Poland, and Madrid and Barcelona, Spain. Rive service concept is developed by Homerun Technologies Ltd. You can find more about us: www.rivehomes.com
June Homes
Series B in 2023
June Homes is a technology platform focused on improving the apartment rental experience. It offers private rooms in desirable locations at affordable prices, with a minimum stay of one month and no broker fees. By streamlining the rental process, June Homes provides a convenient and hassle-free way for individuals to find and offer living options. The company aims to modernize the antiquated rental system, making flexible living more accessible to users.
Freemodel
Series A in 2023
Freemodel specializes in pre-home renovation services designed to assist real estate agents in buying and selling properties. The company manages the entire renovation process, which includes selecting materials and colors, preparing construction documentation, creating build schematics, and developing dynamic visualizations and permit plans. By streamlining these services, Freemodel aims to maximize the sale price of homes while minimizing complexity and capital requirements for clients involved in property remodeling and pre-sales preparations.
Freemodel
Series A in 2023
Freemodel specializes in pre-home renovation services designed to assist real estate agents in buying and selling properties. The company manages the entire renovation process, which includes selecting materials and colors, preparing construction documentation, creating build schematics, and developing dynamic visualizations and permit plans. By streamlining these services, Freemodel aims to maximize the sale price of homes while minimizing complexity and capital requirements for clients involved in property remodeling and pre-sales preparations.
Spotahome
Venture Round in 2022
Spotahome is a platform specializing in mid- to long-term residential rentals, transforming the property market by enabling online bookings for stays exceeding 30 days. The company provides comprehensive property listings that include high-quality photographs, HD video tours, detailed floor plans, and thorough descriptions of both the properties and their neighborhoods. This approach allows tenants to secure accommodations from anywhere in the world without requiring in-person viewings, thereby saving time and costs for both tenants and landlords. Spotahome creates these listings at no expense to property owners, employing professional photographers, known as "Homecheckers," to capture the necessary audiovisual materials. Additionally, the platform offers guarantees against default payments and damages, enhancing security for both parties involved. Founded in March 2014 by Alejandro Artacho, Bryan McEire, Hugo Monteiro, and Bruno Bianchi, Spotahome operates in 11 cities across eight European countries, with offices in Madrid, Spain, and London, UK.
Reneo is the leading end-to-end asset transformation- and decarbonization platform for residential real estate in Germany. Using proprietary software technology to identify and realize the ecological and economic potential of stranded assets.
Properly Inc. is a Canadian real estate brokerage founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto. The company specializes in buying and selling residential properties, utilizing a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the home buying and selling experience. Properly's innovative approach allows clients to purchase a new home before listing their current one, offering the option of securing a backup offer. The platform employs machine learning to accurately assess market values for homes, streamlining the transaction process. By providing a user-friendly online interface, Properly aims to simplify real estate transactions and accommodate the timelines of its clients.
La Haus is a digital residential marketplace founded in 2017 and headquartered in Medellín, Antioquia. The platform is designed to assist individuals in locating their ideal homes by offering a wide range of property listings and recommendations from real estate specialists, all at no cost to the user. By providing a structured approach to home searching, La Haus aims to simplify the process and help customers save money while exploring trustworthy new-home projects.
Parcl
Venture Round in 2022
Parcl is a blockchain-based platform focused on real estate investment, enabling users to invest in fractional ownership of physical properties by purchasing digital square feet. The platform incorporates advanced data analytics to track real estate price movements, utilizing millions of data points to create precise, city-level real estate indexes. These indexes are updated daily, providing users with timely insights into market trends. By simplifying access to real estate investments, Parcl allows individuals to engage with a diverse portfolio of properties through a single, streamlined transaction.
Triplemint
Series B in 2022
Triplemint Real Estate LLC, founded in 2011 and based in New York City, offers an innovative online platform for real estate services, including buying, selling, and renting apartments. Formerly known as Suitey, Inc., the company rebranded in April 2015 to reflect its commitment to enhancing the real estate experience through technology. Triplemint combines advanced online property search tools with a dedicated offline real estate team, aiming to streamline the entire process for consumers. As a venture capital-backed startup, Triplemint is focused on transforming the residential real estate market, which is valued at $60 billion, by improving efficiency and accessibility in real estate transactions.
HomeOptions
Seed Round in 2022
HomeOptions is a real estate brokerage and homeownership platform designed to connect customers with elite agents and service providers. The platform offers a unique approach by providing cash upfront in exchange for the right to sell a home in the future. This straightforward and transparent model allows homeowners to capitalize on their homeownership experience, facilitating every step of the journey, including the purchase of home products, services, and refinancing. By streamlining the process and minimizing additional costs, HomeOptions aims to create a comprehensive solution for homeowners looking to maximize their investments.
Beanstock
Series A in 2022
Beanstock is focused on transforming real estate investment by creating a digital marketplace specifically for buying and managing rental properties in Europe. The platform offers an end-to-end service that simplifies the investment process, allowing individual investors to evaluate buy-to-let properties based on projected returns. Beanstock provides essential tools and information for users, including property search capabilities, assistance with mortgage applications, and property management services. By streamlining these processes, Beanstock aims to make real estate investment more accessible and enjoyable for individual investors.
HouseHold
Seed Round in 2022
HouseHold provides mortgage services that help Latinos buy properties. The company is based in Wilmington, Delaware.
Vivla
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Vivla is a real estate service provider that specializes in second homeownership by facilitating the buying, owning, and selling of fractional shares in second homes. The company streamlines the entire process for its clients, managing all aspects from the initial purchase to legal and administrative tasks, as well as ongoing property management. This approach allows individuals to invest in fully managed second homes without the need to purchase an entire property, making vacation home ownership more accessible and convenient.
Alfred
Venture Round in 2022
Founded in 2014 by Marcela Sapone and Jessica Beck, Alfred is the largest and most advanced residential management platform. Since its inception, Alfred has focused on providing a resident-first experience. With an unparalleled knowledge of what residents want and technology that boosts income and efficiency for owners and operators, Alfred provides a single stop that elevates the rental ecosystem for all involved. Named by Fast Company as one of the Top 50 Most Innovative Companies, Alfred’s AOS technology drives lower operating costs and higher returns for property owners and operators. Through strategic partnerships with international real-estate owners and operators such as Hines, Related, RXR, Greystar, Invesco, Brookfield and J.P. Morgan, With RKW, Alfred’s portfolio now extends to more than 300,000 residents in 44 cities across the U.S. and Canada and has planned expansions in Europe, Israel and Asia.
EasyKnock
Series C in 2022
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in sale-leaseback programs that allow homeowners in the United States to convert their home equity into cash without the need for traditional loans or moving. Its primary offerings, Sell and Stay and MoveAbility, provide homeowners with financial flexibility, enabling them to access funds while remaining in their homes. Sell and Stay allows homeowners to receive cash for their home's value while retaining the option to buy back their property or relocate at any time. MoveAbility serves as a transitional solution for those planning to move in the near future. By facilitating these transactions, EasyKnock aims to support homeowners in achieving their financial and real estate objectives.
Evernest is a proptech scale-up that redefines how residential properties are sold and bought in Europe. Evernest has developed a technology platform for real estate agents to make the entire process of residential real estate transactions more efficient. With the help of its full-service brokerage platform, smart marketing services and digitized support processes, Evernest offers a transparent and personalized experience for agents as well as property buyers and sellers. Founded in late 2019, currently more than 250 people are working for Evernest in Germany and Spain.
Tetra operates an HVAC management platform that simplifies the process of purchasing and installing heating and cooling systems for residential properties. The platform allows customers to obtain instant quotes for boiler, furnace, and air conditioner replacements online, eliminating the need for contractor calls, sales visits, and lengthy research. By streamlining the buying process, Tetra makes it easier, faster, and more affordable for homeowners to manage their HVAC needs, thus enhancing convenience and efficiency in home improvement projects.
Parcl is a blockchain-based platform focused on real estate investment, enabling users to invest in fractional ownership of physical properties by purchasing digital square feet. The platform incorporates advanced data analytics to track real estate price movements, utilizing millions of data points to create precise, city-level real estate indexes. These indexes are updated daily, providing users with timely insights into market trends. By simplifying access to real estate investments, Parcl allows individuals to engage with a diverse portfolio of properties through a single, streamlined transaction.
Aptuno operates an online property listing platform designed to streamline the rental process for residential renters in Latin America while enhancing liquidity for landlords. The platform offers a comprehensive database of available rental properties, complete with essential details such as location, images, pricing, and area specifications. By optimizing the leasing experience, Aptuno aims to minimize vacancy rates and facilitate affordable rental options for clients.
June Homes
Series B in 2021
June Homes is a technology platform focused on improving the apartment rental experience. It offers private rooms in desirable locations at affordable prices, with a minimum stay of one month and no broker fees. By streamlining the rental process, June Homes provides a convenient and hassle-free way for individuals to find and offer living options. The company aims to modernize the antiquated rental system, making flexible living more accessible to users.
Properly Inc. is a Canadian real estate brokerage founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto. The company specializes in buying and selling residential properties, utilizing a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the home buying and selling experience. Properly's innovative approach allows clients to purchase a new home before listing their current one, offering the option of securing a backup offer. The platform employs machine learning to accurately assess market values for homes, streamlining the transaction process. By providing a user-friendly online interface, Properly aims to simplify real estate transactions and accommodate the timelines of its clients.
CASAFARI is a real estate network that provides agents with access to an updated and comprehensive real estate database. The proprietary technology simplifies the process of collecting, cleaning, and evaluating every property on the market, ensuring that agents have access to accurate and up-to-date information.
Aptuno operates an online property listing platform designed to streamline the rental process for residential renters in Latin America while enhancing liquidity for landlords. The platform offers a comprehensive database of available rental properties, complete with essential details such as location, images, pricing, and area specifications. By optimizing the leasing experience, Aptuno aims to minimize vacancy rates and facilitate affordable rental options for clients.
Evernest
Venture Round in 2021
Evernest is a proptech scale-up that redefines how residential properties are sold and bought in Europe. Evernest has developed a technology platform for real estate agents to make the entire process of residential real estate transactions more efficient. With the help of its full-service brokerage platform, smart marketing services and digitized support processes, Evernest offers a transparent and personalized experience for agents as well as property buyers and sellers. Founded in late 2019, currently more than 250 people are working for Evernest in Germany and Spain.
Unlock Real Estate
Convertible Note in 2021
Unlock Real Estate is a real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform to facilitate the buying, selling, and renting of residential properties. The company simplifies the real estate process by providing a centralized location for clients to access various listings and manage their real estate needs. In addition to brokerage services, Unlock Real Estate also specializes in real estate media, offering virtual tours, professional photographs, and schematic floor plans to enhance property marketing efforts for agents and brokers. By employing effective negotiation tactics and market strategies, the company aims to streamline transactions and improve client experiences in the real estate market.
Unlock Real Estate
Seed Round in 2021
Unlock Real Estate is a real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform to facilitate the buying, selling, and renting of residential properties. The company simplifies the real estate process by providing a centralized location for clients to access various listings and manage their real estate needs. In addition to brokerage services, Unlock Real Estate also specializes in real estate media, offering virtual tours, professional photographs, and schematic floor plans to enhance property marketing efforts for agents and brokers. By employing effective negotiation tactics and market strategies, the company aims to streamline transactions and improve client experiences in the real estate market.
Unlock Real Estate
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Unlock Real Estate is a real estate brokerage that offers a comprehensive platform to facilitate the buying, selling, and renting of residential properties. The company simplifies the real estate process by providing a centralized location for clients to access various listings and manage their real estate needs. In addition to brokerage services, Unlock Real Estate also specializes in real estate media, offering virtual tours, professional photographs, and schematic floor plans to enhance property marketing efforts for agents and brokers. By employing effective negotiation tactics and market strategies, the company aims to streamline transactions and improve client experiences in the real estate market.
EasyKnock
Series B in 2020
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in sale-leaseback programs that allow homeowners in the United States to convert their home equity into cash without the need for traditional loans or moving. Its primary offerings, Sell and Stay and MoveAbility, provide homeowners with financial flexibility, enabling them to access funds while remaining in their homes. Sell and Stay allows homeowners to receive cash for their home's value while retaining the option to buy back their property or relocate at any time. MoveAbility serves as a transitional solution for those planning to move in the near future. By facilitating these transactions, EasyKnock aims to support homeowners in achieving their financial and real estate objectives.
TrueHome is a Mexican real estate company established in 2017 and headquartered in Mexico City. The company focuses on enhancing the real estate experience for homeowners by providing comprehensive support throughout the buying and selling process. TrueHome offers transparency in procedures that are often confusing and lengthy, ensuring that clients are well-informed. Their legal advisors handle all necessary documentation, contracts, and credit processes to facilitate smooth transactions. Additionally, TrueHome has developed an online platform that assists clients in locating undervalued real estate assets. This platform employs an algorithm that generates instant offers based on local and national housing market dynamics, thereby helping homeowners achieve greater liquidity in a typically illiquid market.
Buena cares for your apartments, tenants, and every task that comes with being a landlord. That’s more time for you.
Dwelling is a financial services company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2020. It operates as a tech-powered real estate brokerage that utilizes technology to connect homebuyers with optimal incentives and financial programs tailored to their individual financial situations. By combining savings strategies and financial guidance, Dwelling aims to simplify the home-buying process, helping clients save money compared to traditional savings methods. The company focuses on making home ownership more accessible and financially feasible for its users.
Habi
Pre Seed Round in 2019
Habi is a technology-driven real estate company based in Bogotá, Colombia, that specializes in simplifying the homeownership process for middle-class customers throughout Latin America. Founded in 2019, Habi utilizes a proprietary pricing algorithm and advanced analytical tools to facilitate quicker and more efficient transactions for buying and selling residential properties. By reducing the time required for sales and minimizing risks associated with traditional real estate processes, Habi eliminates the need for intermediaries and empowers clients with essential information. The company's innovative platform aims to enhance the overall experience of homeownership, making it more accessible and streamlined for its users.
Properly Inc. is a Canadian real estate brokerage founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto. The company specializes in buying and selling residential properties, utilizing a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the home buying and selling experience. Properly's innovative approach allows clients to purchase a new home before listing their current one, offering the option of securing a backup offer. The platform employs machine learning to accurately assess market values for homes, streamlining the transaction process. By providing a user-friendly online interface, Properly aims to simplify real estate transactions and accommodate the timelines of its clients.
Rive is redefining how people buy, sell, and rent homes. Rive brings simplicity to switching homes by providing liquidity to sellers and fully renovated, move-in-ready homes for buyers while providing real estate agents with a unique combination of tech tools and products to give superior service to their customers. As a result, our customers have access to everything they need for a successful real estate transaction, from cutting-edge real-time market insights to renovation services delivered by local real estate professionals who guide them at every step. ‘Rive’ means leading edge and groundbreaking, just like the idea Rive was founded on: that selling homes should be simple and stress-free. To make this a reality, the Rive platform brings together all the different solutions that you need to change your life and property. Since we started in 2017, we have grown from a local iBuyer into a team of more than 300 real estate professionals in Finland, Spain, and Poland, and expanded our offering into a full-service real estate platform that provides a range of solutions for selling, buying, renovating, and financing your home. Rive is headquartered in Helsinki and is operating in all the major cities in Finland as well as Warsaw, Poland, and Madrid and Barcelona, Spain. Rive service concept is developed by Homerun Technologies Ltd. You can find more about us: www.rivehomes.com
EasyKnock
Series A in 2019
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in sale-leaseback programs that allow homeowners in the United States to convert their home equity into cash without the need for traditional loans or moving. Its primary offerings, Sell and Stay and MoveAbility, provide homeowners with financial flexibility, enabling them to access funds while remaining in their homes. Sell and Stay allows homeowners to receive cash for their home's value while retaining the option to buy back their property or relocate at any time. MoveAbility serves as a transitional solution for those planning to move in the near future. By facilitating these transactions, EasyKnock aims to support homeowners in achieving their financial and real estate objectives.
Knock is an online home-selling platform that specializes in providing services for both home buyers and sellers. Utilizing data science and technology, Knock streamlines the home-selling process, offering guidance to homeowners at every step. In addition to its real estate services, Knock also provides virtual office software designed to facilitate collaboration and social interaction among remote teams. This combination of offerings aims to enhance both the home-selling experience and remote work environments.
Zolo is a company based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, that specializes in providing managed co-living spaces for students and young professionals. Established in 2015, Zolo aims to enhance the traditional options of paying guest accommodations, service apartments, and hostels by offering a range of living amenities, both basic and luxurious. Its fully furnished rooms come with essential services such as hygienic food, daily housekeeping, internet access, and security features. By delivering a hassle-free long-term living experience, Zolo addresses the needs of individuals relocating to new cities, enabling them to adapt quickly to their new environments.
Dot Residential
Seed Round in 2018
• Dot is a curated marketplace of design-led properties. We source undervalued properties in fast-growing cities & transform them into high-yielding passive investments. • Delivering every element of the property lifecycle condensing a typical 6-month buying process into an elegant e-commerce experience • Enabling global investors to buy, add value, rent and refinance properties seamlessly online - like Amazon one-click for real estate.
EasyKnock
Seed Round in 2018
EasyKnock, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in New York, with an additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in sale-leaseback programs that allow homeowners in the United States to convert their home equity into cash without the need for traditional loans or moving. Its primary offerings, Sell and Stay and MoveAbility, provide homeowners with financial flexibility, enabling them to access funds while remaining in their homes. Sell and Stay allows homeowners to receive cash for their home's value while retaining the option to buy back their property or relocate at any time. MoveAbility serves as a transitional solution for those planning to move in the near future. By facilitating these transactions, EasyKnock aims to support homeowners in achieving their financial and real estate objectives.
CityBldr
Seed Round in 2018
CityBldr is a real estate platform that connects homeowners with builders and property developers. It leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze real estate data, allowing users to assess and compare the fair value of individual properties. The platform provides insights into market rents and potential valuations, supporting residential and commercial real estate transactions as well as real estate development and city planning initiatives. By utilizing advanced data science techniques, CityBldr aims to enhance the real estate decision-making process for its customers.
Spotahome
Series B in 2018
Spotahome is a platform specializing in mid- to long-term residential rentals, transforming the property market by enabling online bookings for stays exceeding 30 days. The company provides comprehensive property listings that include high-quality photographs, HD video tours, detailed floor plans, and thorough descriptions of both the properties and their neighborhoods. This approach allows tenants to secure accommodations from anywhere in the world without requiring in-person viewings, thereby saving time and costs for both tenants and landlords. Spotahome creates these listings at no expense to property owners, employing professional photographers, known as "Homecheckers," to capture the necessary audiovisual materials. Additionally, the platform offers guarantees against default payments and damages, enhancing security for both parties involved. Founded in March 2014 by Alejandro Artacho, Bryan McEire, Hugo Monteiro, and Bruno Bianchi, Spotahome operates in 11 cities across eight European countries, with offices in Madrid, Spain, and London, UK.
Properly
Seed Round in 2018
Properly Inc. is a Canadian real estate brokerage founded in 2018 and headquartered in Toronto. The company specializes in buying and selling residential properties, utilizing a technology-driven platform designed to enhance the home buying and selling experience. Properly's innovative approach allows clients to purchase a new home before listing their current one, offering the option of securing a backup offer. The platform employs machine learning to accurately assess market values for homes, streamlining the transaction process. By providing a user-friendly online interface, Properly aims to simplify real estate transactions and accommodate the timelines of its clients.
Roofstock
Series C in 2018
Roofstock operates an online marketplace designed to facilitate investment in leased single-family rental homes. The platform allows investors to purchase tenant-occupied properties with minimal friction and transparency, offering detailed home and tenant information, as well as access to locally vetted property management options. Roofstock provides clients with comprehensive research, analytics, and insights to evaluate independently certified properties, enabling them to approach real estate investments similarly to stock portfolios, with an emphasis on asset allocation rather than the complexities of managing vacant homes that require repairs and leasing. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Oakland, California, Roofstock has attracted investment from notable firms, including Bain Capital and Khosla Ventures.
Loft is a residential real estate transactional marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2018 by experienced entrepreneurs. As Brazil's first platform of its kind, Loft facilitates the buying and selling of properties for individuals, brokers, and publicly listed REITs managed by the company. The platform offers a searchable database that allows users to find, browse, and evaluate properties based on customer feedback and reviews. By utilizing proprietary transaction data and an end-to-end digital workflow, Loft modernizes the homebuying experience in Brazil, integrating various adjacent services to enhance the overall process for buyers and sellers.
Roofstock
Series C in 2017
Roofstock operates an online marketplace designed to facilitate investment in leased single-family rental homes. The platform allows investors to purchase tenant-occupied properties with minimal friction and transparency, offering detailed home and tenant information, as well as access to locally vetted property management options. Roofstock provides clients with comprehensive research, analytics, and insights to evaluate independently certified properties, enabling them to approach real estate investments similarly to stock portfolios, with an emphasis on asset allocation rather than the complexities of managing vacant homes that require repairs and leasing. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Oakland, California, Roofstock has attracted investment from notable firms, including Bain Capital and Khosla Ventures.
Knock is an online home-selling platform that specializes in providing services for both home buyers and sellers. Utilizing data science and technology, Knock streamlines the home-selling process, offering guidance to homeowners at every step. In addition to its real estate services, Knock also provides virtual office software designed to facilitate collaboration and social interaction among remote teams. This combination of offerings aims to enhance both the home-selling experience and remote work environments.
Roofstock
Series B in 2016
Roofstock operates an online marketplace designed to facilitate investment in leased single-family rental homes. The platform allows investors to purchase tenant-occupied properties with minimal friction and transparency, offering detailed home and tenant information, as well as access to locally vetted property management options. Roofstock provides clients with comprehensive research, analytics, and insights to evaluate independently certified properties, enabling them to approach real estate investments similarly to stock portfolios, with an emphasis on asset allocation rather than the complexities of managing vacant homes that require repairs and leasing. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Oakland, California, Roofstock has attracted investment from notable firms, including Bain Capital and Khosla Ventures.
Home61 is an online real estate brokerage operating in the Greater Miami Area, focused on facilitating residential transactions for buyers and sellers. The company leverages technology to enhance the real estate experience, ensuring clients can navigate the complexities of buying and selling properties with confidence. Home61 offers a range of services, including commission-based brokerage, support for buyers and renters, and lead generation. By empowering agents with advanced tools and resources, Home61 aims to improve their productivity and success in the competitive real estate market.
Knock is an online home-selling platform that specializes in providing services for both home buyers and sellers. Utilizing data science and technology, Knock streamlines the home-selling process, offering guidance to homeowners at every step. In addition to its real estate services, Knock also provides virtual office software designed to facilitate collaboration and social interaction among remote teams. This combination of offerings aims to enhance both the home-selling experience and remote work environments.
The Happy Home Company
Seed Round in 2015
The Happy Home Company provides personal home management services designed to simplify the complexities of home maintenance for homeowners. Through its online platform, the company connects clients with affordable Personal Home Managers who assist in scheduling maintenance and cleaning tasks. Supported by advanced technology and a trusted network of vetted specialists, The Happy Home Company enables homeowners to efficiently manage their properties while ensuring that their homes remain in excellent condition. By streamlining the process of home care, the company addresses the challenges of time, expense, and organization that often accompany home ownership.
Kiavi is a private lender specializing in financing solutions for residential real estate investors. The company provides bridge and rental loans, focusing on funding property investments and revitalizing aging housing stock. Formerly known as LendingHome, Kiavi utilizes advanced technology to automate the underwriting and decision-making processes, significantly reducing the manual steps involved in loan approvals. Additionally, Kiavi offers fix-and-flip lending services, empowering real estate investors with streamlined application processes and access to expert advice. Through its platform, Kiavi aims to provide reliable capital to clients, enabling them to successfully scale their real estate ventures.
VivaReal
Seed Round in 2011
VivaReal is an online real estate marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, established in 2009. The platform facilitates connections between buyers, sellers, and renters, allowing users to sell, buy, rent, or invest in a variety of properties, including residential, commercial, vacation, and beachfront real estate. With a substantial inventory of approximately 5 million listings, VivaReal attracts over 15 million visitors each month, making it a significant player in the Brazilian real estate market. The company aims to help individuals find their ideal properties while also enabling profitable real estate transactions.
Renew is a technology company established in 2021 that focuses on enhancing the residential rental experience for tenants. Its platform serves as a navigation tool for renters, providing options for lease renewals or assisting in the search for new homes within a community's portfolio. By partnering with large institutional real estate owners, Renew aims to streamline the rental process, making it easier for individuals to manage their housing decisions, whether they are considering staying in their current apartment or relocating across the country. The company has successfully launched its services across tens of thousands of homes and has secured over $8 million in seed funding, backed by a team with expertise in both real estate and technology.