Congratulations to Christian Calusa and the NEO (New Estate Only) team for winning the 2025 NAR Tech & Innovation Pitch Battle! The event took place in Houston during NXT this past weekend. The result…a wave of social media exposure and a $15,000 check from Second…
Every successful journey has a story of an instrumental connection or insight that changed the trajectory. One relationship can—and does—change everything for a founder. Meeting the person who opens the door to a meeting with your first customer. The one who worked with your future…
[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of GEM Diamond. Today’s showcase comes from the 2025 REACH Commercial Class: BreatheEV] PredictAP provides AI-powered invoice coding specifically built for accounts payable (AP) functions in the real estate sector. Their accounting intelligence…
Headlines from my inbox just this morning: AI Search Is Rewriting The Rules of Brand Visibility 2 Workflow Automations You’ll Wish You Learned Sooner Let AI Map Your Q4 Goals 7 Best New Features In ChatGPT It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is everywhere—AI might…
I’m thrilled to announce the newest addition to the Geek Estate team, Jessica Wright. I met her back in 2010 working at YouReach Media, a joint venture between Jim Marks (RIP) and Tom Ferry. We’ve kept in touch over the years, and timing worked out as…
[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of GEM Diamond. Today’s showcase comes from the 2025 REACH Commercial Class: BreatheEV] BreatheEV delivers turnkey electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions tailored for multifamily residential properties. Their platform enables property owners to install…
We have a job opportunity to share from a GEM Diamond member, Evocalize…. Description Evocalize powers performance marketing for leading real estate and mortgage brands. Their Collaborative Marketing Platform enables AI-driven, multi-channel local campaigns across Google, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube—no expertise required. Why this…
[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of GEM Diamond. Today’s showcase comes from the 2025 REACH Commercial Class: 1031 Specialists] 1031 Specialists serves as a qualified intermediary for real estate investors, particularly seasoned investors and family offices, by facilitating…
For years, the rental industry has competed on square footage, amenities, and price. But today, in an era defined by digital-first leasing and self-guided tours, the most valuable currency isn’t a stainless-steel appliance or a fitness center—it’s trust. Trust is what transforms a property tour…
Applications are open for the 2025 NAR NXT Pitch Battle! Previously held at the iOi Summit, this years Pitch Battle will be hosted for the first time at NXT on Nov 15th in Houston, TX with a larger audience. Only 6 companies will be selected…
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