For GEM’s next Blockchain and Real Estate workgroup event, we’re having a discussion led by Karl Jacob (HomeCoin & LoanSnap) about how the blockchain and in particular stablecoins will need to be rebuilt to support the future of finance. The event will be scheduled for early January. Interested…

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of the GEM. Today’s showcase: Housing Connector] The average wage in the U.S. just increased 24% in the last five years while monthly rent rose 37%. The large gap between take-home pay and…

REACH operates a variety of accelerator programs around the globe, created and operated by Second Century Ventures and backed by NAR. The program offers education, mentorship and exposure for technology companies working to scale their businesses across the U.S. residential and commercial real estate markets…

Fresh off a $12.7 million Series A, we wanted Valcre‘s Co-Founder and CEO Lucas Rotter take on the state of and the future of appraisal industry. Without further ado, here’s a short Q&A we conducted via email: What does Valcre do and how much have…

In this week’s founder interview, we’re bringing you Joe Chen from Chime. Without further ado… Who are you and what do you do? I am an investor and a serial entrepreneur, having invested in close to 70 companies and started nearly a few dozen new venture projects…

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of the GEM. Today’s showcase: PropStream] PropStream consolidates real estate data and tools for investors, agents, brokers, property managers, and other real estate professionals. Users gain access to nationwide property data sourced from…

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of the GEM. Today’s showcase: Follow Up Boss] A CRM that centralizes leads and supports follow-up tools for high-growth real estate businesses, Follow Up Boss provides calling and dialer; individual and group texting;…

In this week’s founder interview, we’re bringing you Melinda Witmer from Foiye. Without further ado… Who are you and what do you do? My name is Melinda Witmer and I’m the founder & CEO of Foiye, a new social entertainment platform for the home, design,…

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of the GEM. Today’s showcase: TurboTenant] The ever-evolving rental world can be daunting for the DIY landlord. From marketing properties online to automating rental payments to screening tenants and more, TurboTenant centralizes tools…

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of the GEM. Today’s showcase: WellcomeMat] Video marketing has become a key part of agents, brokers, and real estate companies’ strategies to reach consumers. While virtual showings, floorplans, and 3d models haven’t replaced…