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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Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Austin Allison

Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Austin Allison

In our latest Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur interview, we’re speaking with Austin Allison of dotloop. Here’s a bit more about him, from his own mouth… What do you do? I am the founder and CEO of dotloop, the fastest-growing software company in real…

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Jim Marks at Virtual Results

Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Jim Marks at Virtual Results

In our latest Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur interview, we’re speaking with Jim Marks at Virtual Results. He’s certainly no stranger — without a doubt, I can say I know Jim better than any other entrepreneur I’ve profiled over the past couple months. Of…

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The Sharing Economy, and Picking Your Niche

The Sharing Economy, and Picking Your Niche

There is a new initiative related to the “sharing economy” that launched today. Peers.org. Some of you may have seen it. PEERS is a grassroots organization that supports the sharing economy movement. We believe that by sharing what we already have — like cars, homes,…

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Michael Urbanski

Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Michael Urbanski

In our latest Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur interview, we’re speaking with Michael Urbanski of Qazzoo. Michael has been one of our advertisers here at Geek Estate over the past year, so I’ve gotten to know him a bit over the course of some…

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The Socially Conscious Broker (or Agent)

The Socially Conscious Broker (or Agent)

Those that know me, know I care a lot about doing something that matters. Where you are born shouldn’t decide whether you live or die. I live an extremely privileged life, as do you (I wrote that post 6 years ago). So, given I’ve been in the industry…

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NAR / Move Vote

NAR / Move Vote

The NAR vote is in… As a result of today’s vote, the RIN board approved amending the operating agreement with RealSelect in three fundamental ways: Amending the restriction that says Move may display only listings that have been sourced from REALTOR®-owned and controlled MLSs or…

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Dan Corkill

Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Dan Corkill

In our latest Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur interview, we’re speaking with Dan Corkill of Follow Up Boss. After reading the interview — those who know me well, will know exactly what caught my interest. Hint: it involves microfinance. Here’s a bit more about…

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Determination: Do You Have What It Takes to Win?

Determination: Do You Have What It Takes to Win?

On a Friday afternoon, I’ll leave you with this video takeaway… Are you determined to win like Jordan was? Without determination, you’ve already failed. And, yes, “winning” is defined differently for everyone. What’s your definition?

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A Trend Away from Agent Websites?

A Trend Away from Agent Websites?

We’re already seeing a slight trend of some agents and brokers not believing IDX is vital. With the continued rise of mobile, will the next trend be the demise of agent and/or brokerage websites? Before you go blast me for making such a ludicrous statement…

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Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Eric Stegemann

Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur: Eric Stegemann

In our latest Meet the Real Estate Tech Entrepreneur interview, we’re speaking with Eric Stegemann of TRIBUS. He’s got his hands in all sorts of projects for agents and brokers. You’ll find him constantly on the travel trail speaking and helping solve the industries technology…

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