Y Combinator

Y Combinator is a startup accelerator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2005. It has pioneered a new funding model for early-stage startups by investing a modest amount of capital, typically around $150,000, in a large number of companies twice a year. Over a three-month program, Y Combinator collaborates closely with these startups to prepare them for investor pitches and enhance their business strategies. Each funding cycle concludes with Demo Day, where startups present to an exclusive audience of investors. Y Combinator focuses on various sectors, including business software, education, healthcare, and financial technology, among others. In addition to initial funding, it offers ongoing support through its extensive alumni network. Since its inception, Y Combinator has funded over 630 startups, contributing significantly to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Silicon Valley and beyond.

Gustaf Alstromer

Group Partner

Matt Bogrand

Associate, YC Continuity Fund

Timothy Brady

Partner

Craig R. Cannon

Director of Marketing

Adora Cheung

Partner

Nic Dardenne

Principal

Aaron Epstein

Group Partner

Brad Flora

Group Partner

Jared Friedman

Managing Director, Software and Group Partner

Aaron Harris

Partner

Carolynn Levy

Partner

Bradford (Brad) Lightcap

Associate, YC Continuity

Kat Manalac

Managing Partner

Eric Migicovsky

Partner

Kirsty Nathoo

Partner

Verena Prescher

Director of Finance

Geoff Ralston

president

Ali Rowghani

Managing Partner

Arnav Sahu

Principal

Michael Seibel

Managing Director

Harj Taggar

Partner

Past deals in Property Insurance

Newfront

Series D in 2022
Newfront Insurance Services, LLC is a modern online insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Sacramento and Portland. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on simplifying the insurance process for businesses and individuals by leveraging technology and experienced brokers. Newfront offers a range of services, including property management insurance, cyber liability insurance, risk management, and claim processing. Its platform provides insights and recommendations to help clients navigate the complexities of insurance, manage leases and contracts, and handle renewals and claims efficiently. The company serves various industries, including agriculture, construction, financial services, hospitality, life sciences, logistics, manufacturing, non-profit, and real estate, aiming to streamline the insurance experience and eliminate the confusion often associated with traditional brokerage practices.

Telivy

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Telivy empowers SAAS platforms and insurance agencies with an embedded multi-carrier cyber insurance solution, providing the fastest and easiest solution to get cyber insurance for their small business customers. We are licensed to do business in 48 US states.

Verak

Pre Seed Round in 2021
BimaPe simplifies Insurance and its Management for individuals and families across India. We are not in the business of selling insurance, we are in the business of helping consumers make informed insurance decisions. Our goal is to put your insurance on "autopilot" -- 'BimaPe Bharosa Karo'

Morada Uno

Seed Round in 2021
Morada Uno underwrites and insures house rentals by equipping real estate professionals with tools and technology. The company aims to simplify and create trust and security in real estate transactions, promoting fairness in every interaction, and promoting a positive change in the mentality and way of doing things in Mexico.

Bimaplan

Seed Round in 2021
Bimaplan operates as an insurance platform. Bimaplan claims to work with insurers to create over-the-counter, low-premium insurance products ($5-50 annually) relevant to the needs of low and middle-income populations.

Inspectify

Seed Round in 2020
Inspectify is a comprehensive home ownership platform developed in 2019 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. It assists homebuyers in transitioning to homeowners by leveraging data from home inspection reports to streamline essential tasks associated with homeownership, such as obtaining home insurance and managing maintenance, repairs, and renovations. The platform integrates a network of licensed home inspectors with advanced inspection software, catering to a wide range of clients, including real estate investors, property managers, lenders, insurance carriers, and brokerages. By providing efficient and scalable solutions, Inspectify aims to simplify the homeownership experience for its users.

Virgil Insurance

Seed Round in 2020
Virgil Insurance builds new experiences for seniors to shop for health insurance online. It offers Fee-Based Plans which includes Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), and Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) which includes the provision of an out-of-pocket maximum for hospitalization and medical expenses, and 11 different plans, each with a different premium and out-of-pocket maximum. It is headquartered in Oakland, California, United States.

Goodcover

Seed Round in 2020
Goodcover Insurance Solutions, LLC provides insurance brokerage services. It offers insurance products and services for personal property, such as liability for accidental property damage and bodily injury, medical payments for the customer’s guests' injuries, and temporary accommodations if customer’s place becomes unlivable. Goodcover Insurance Solutions, LLC was incorporated in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Vouch

Series A in 2019
Vouch, Inc. is an insurance provider focused on delivering tailored insurance solutions for startups in the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company specializes in various types of coverage, including general liability, business property, directors and officers, errors and omissions, cyber coverage, and more. Vouch also offers risk assessment services and management tools, enabling startups to effectively manage and mitigate potential risks. The company aims to simplify the process of obtaining business insurance through its digital platform, which allows clients to access customized coverage options. Vouch operates as a subsidiary of SVB Financial Group and has expanded its presence with additional offices in Chicago.

Vouch

Seed Round in 2019
Vouch, Inc. is an insurance provider focused on delivering tailored insurance solutions for startups in the United States. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company specializes in various types of coverage, including general liability, business property, directors and officers, errors and omissions, cyber coverage, and more. Vouch also offers risk assessment services and management tools, enabling startups to effectively manage and mitigate potential risks. The company aims to simplify the process of obtaining business insurance through its digital platform, which allows clients to access customized coverage options. Vouch operates as a subsidiary of SVB Financial Group and has expanded its presence with additional offices in Chicago.

WorldCover

Series A in 2019
WorldCover is a company that focuses on providing satellite-enabled insurance to protect farmers from natural disasters, particularly droughts. Founded in 2015 by professionals from MIT in computer science and finance, WorldCover operates a peer-to-peer risk relief network aimed at addressing the significant climate risks affecting agriculture, estimated at $100 billion globally. Headquartered in New York, the company also has operations in Ghana. By leveraging mobile money technology, WorldCover aims to improve food and income security for smallholder farmers in developing countries, a demographic that includes over 70% of the 2.5 billion people living at the base of the economic pyramid, who depend on agriculture for their livelihoods.

AI Insurance

Seed Round in 2019
AI Insurance specializes in developing cloud-based claims management software tailored for small insurance companies. The company aims to modernize the claims process by incorporating digital workflows and predictive analytics into an industry traditionally reliant on outdated methods. Their software enables users to monitor the entire lifecycle of insurance claims, from the initial report of a loss to resolution, thereby streamlining operations and minimizing redundant tasks. By providing advanced tools typically available only to larger insurers, AI Insurance facilitates quicker claims closures, ensures timely payments for insured individuals, and helps small insurers reduce operational costs.

WeatherCheck

Pre Seed Round in 2019
WeatherCheck, Inc. is a company based in Louisville, Kentucky, that specializes in tracking and alerting property managers about impending storms and their potential impacts. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on monitoring properties for various types of severe weather, including hail damage, wildfires, tornadoes, floods, blizzards, heat waves, and cold snaps. WeatherCheck offers critical information related to these weather events, delivering insights 24 hours before and after occurrences, which is crucial for insurance carriers, mortgage companies, and property owners to make informed decisions and take necessary actions.

Cover

Series B in 2018
Cover Financial, Inc. is a mobile-first insurance brokerage founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company provides a mobile application that allows users to insure a wide variety of items, including vehicles, mobile phones, pets, jewelry, and properties, by simply taking a picture of the item to be insured. Cover partners with various insurance companies and brokers to offer competitive rates and comprehensive coverage options, including commercial property, workers compensation, general liability, and cyber insurance. Initially launched in Toronto, the application supports users in accessing tailored insurance solutions conveniently through their smartphones.

Goodcover

Seed Round in 2017
Goodcover Insurance Solutions, LLC provides insurance brokerage services. It offers insurance products and services for personal property, such as liability for accidental property damage and bodily injury, medical payments for the customer’s guests' injuries, and temporary accommodations if customer’s place becomes unlivable. Goodcover Insurance Solutions, LLC was incorporated in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Zinc Platform

Seed Round in 2017
Zinc Platform, Inc. is focused on providing software that digitizes the last frontier of the mortgage origination process– getting homeowners insurance. Zinc builds technology that integrates with the core systems of today’s modern mortgage lenders to power digital portals for borrowers to procure the homeowners (property) insurance that is required to close a mortgage. Zinc’s technology takes a broken, week-long process and turns it into a delightful five-minute experience. For borrowers, Zinc powers access to all of the nation’s leading insurance carriers. For mortgage lenders, Zinc ensures compliance with underwriting requirements while automating more of the mortgage closing process. Zinc is proudly built in New York City by passionate technologists and business strategists focused on making the process of buying a home a more simple, delightful experience

SafeButler

Seed Round in 2017
SafeButler Inc. is an insurance brokerage based in Santa Clara, California, founded in 2017. The company focuses on automating the insurance shopping process, making it easier for consumers to find the best insurance deals tailored to their needs. By streamlining the insurance selection process, SafeButler aims to provide a convenient and efficient service, allowing individuals to manage their insurance needs effectively throughout their lives.

Newfront

Seed Round in 2017
Newfront Insurance Services, LLC is a modern online insurance brokerage based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Sacramento and Portland. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on simplifying the insurance process for businesses and individuals by leveraging technology and experienced brokers. Newfront offers a range of services, including property management insurance, cyber liability insurance, risk management, and claim processing. Its platform provides insights and recommendations to help clients navigate the complexities of insurance, manage leases and contracts, and handle renewals and claims efficiently. The company serves various industries, including agriculture, construction, financial services, hospitality, life sciences, logistics, manufacturing, non-profit, and real estate, aiming to streamline the insurance experience and eliminate the confusion often associated with traditional brokerage practices.

Cover

Series A in 2017
Cover Financial, Inc. is a mobile-first insurance brokerage founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company provides a mobile application that allows users to insure a wide variety of items, including vehicles, mobile phones, pets, jewelry, and properties, by simply taking a picture of the item to be insured. Cover partners with various insurance companies and brokers to offer competitive rates and comprehensive coverage options, including commercial property, workers compensation, general liability, and cyber insurance. Initially launched in Toronto, the application supports users in accessing tailored insurance solutions conveniently through their smartphones.

Cover

Seed Round in 2016
Cover Financial, Inc. is a mobile-first insurance brokerage founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The company provides a mobile application that allows users to insure a wide variety of items, including vehicles, mobile phones, pets, jewelry, and properties, by simply taking a picture of the item to be insured. Cover partners with various insurance companies and brokers to offer competitive rates and comprehensive coverage options, including commercial property, workers compensation, general liability, and cyber insurance. Initially launched in Toronto, the application supports users in accessing tailored insurance solutions conveniently through their smartphones.

WorldCover

Seed Round in 2016
WorldCover is a company that focuses on providing satellite-enabled insurance to protect farmers from natural disasters, particularly droughts. Founded in 2015 by professionals from MIT in computer science and finance, WorldCover operates a peer-to-peer risk relief network aimed at addressing the significant climate risks affecting agriculture, estimated at $100 billion globally. Headquartered in New York, the company also has operations in Ghana. By leveraging mobile money technology, WorldCover aims to improve food and income security for smallholder farmers in developing countries, a demographic that includes over 70% of the 2.5 billion people living at the base of the economic pyramid, who depend on agriculture for their livelihoods.

SimplyInsured

Seed Round in 2013
SimplyInsured, Inc. owns and operates an online platform that provides health insurance plans and policies for employer groups and small businesses in the United States. It offers medical, dental, and vision plans; and claims services. SimplyInsured, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Leaky

Seed Round in 2011
Leaky makes the insurance experience amazing.We've found the leaks in the system to help you better compare and manage your insurance. So, could you be getting a better deal on insurance?