About Drew Meyers

Founder of GEM Diamond. Zillow Alum. Real estate tech geek. Travel addict & former co-founder of Horizon. Social entrepreneurship advocate. Fan of Red Hot Chili Peppers.

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A Little House Keeping: The Future of Geek Estate

A Little House Keeping: The Future of Geek Estate

I’ve been thinking a bit about the future of Geek Estate recently…and I’d like to get some feedback from the readers here. I’ve never spent much time trying to monetize this blog, but the fact of the matter is that it does take time to…

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Using Pocket Listings to Shift the Balance of Power Away from the MLS

Using Pocket Listings to Shift the Balance of Power Away from the MLS

Yes, there are dangers to pre-MLS listings. But a large chunk of houses are bought and sold that way anyway. When it comes to consumer internet opportunities, those that give consumers what they want — which in this case, is access to listings the general…

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My Thoughts on FLIPT

My Thoughts on FLIPT

You may have seen the interview with Andrey Nokhrin earlier today. I had the chance to sit down with him last week in Pioneer Square and discuss the product/business he is working on, Flipt. Watch the following video for a summary: Here are my high level thinkings……

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Andrey Nokhrin

Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Andrey Nokhrin

In our latest real estate tech interview, I’m talking to Andrey Nokhrin of FLIPT. Without further adieu, here’s a bit more from his own mouth… What do you do? I am the Founder and CEO of FLIPT (flipt.co), a property investment site and a decision-making engine that…

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Chris Chyung

Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Chris Chyung

In our latest real estate tech interview, I’m talking to Chris Chyung of Devonshire Lane. Without further adieu, here’s a bit more from his own mouth… What do you do? I am a product developer and founder of DevonshireLane.org. We empower consumers by helping them find capable…

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A New Technology Brokerage: Surefield

A New Technology Brokerage: Surefield

For those in Seattle, there is a new brokerage in town. Surefield, started by David Eraker, Aravind Kalaiah, and Rob McGarty. Rob and David were both early, early Redfin team members. The online 3D tour technology that is front and center is certainly slick. Buyer…

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CloudPeeps – A Marketplace to find a Community Manager

CloudPeeps – A Marketplace to find a Community Manager

Those that read this blog regularly, know building community is something I’m more than slightly passionate about. I’ve convinced, regardless of what industry you are in, to succeed in business long term — you need a community. If you don’t want to do what it…

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Links for Geeks – April 24

Links for Geeks – April 24

Here’s a few recent items worth noting… Placester closed $5.5 million, and signed the Hearst Group Doorsteps released Doorsteps Swipe Benn and Lani launched Realuoso There are 8 new startups in Nar’s REeach accelerator (if you are a founder of one of them, see this)

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The Phases of Building a Real Estate Tech Startup

The Phases of Building a Real Estate Tech Startup

I’ve spent the last 2 years working on an early stage technology startup outside of the real estate industry, Oh Hey World, as well as working on several consulting projects within the industry (including Props) — and certainly have learned a few things about the…

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When?

When?

Seth provides another good reminder: there is no perfect moment. Get off your butt, and do something (as I’ve said before). Not when you have $20k in savings. Not when your kids go to college. Not once you hire 5 more agents. Not once you…

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