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Applications Open for Moderne Passport 2020

Applications Open for Moderne Passport 2020

To the tech founders reading, applications are now open for the Moderne Passport 2020 Class… The Moderne Passport Program is a industry immersion program which connects cutting-edge technology companies to multi-trillion dollar industries: real estate, finance, insurance, home services and hospitality – industries that make up over 20%…

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Raising Commissions is the New Black

Raising Commissions is the New Black

[Note from editor: We publish a Weekly Transmission for 600 GEM Diamond members that consists of long form articles covering the spectrum from shipping container co-living spaces to the battle for listing acquisition in the first iBuyer world war. Below is a sample of one of…

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Pet Project or Full-Time Hustle? One Startup’s Story

Pet Project or Full-Time Hustle? One Startup’s Story

My name is Steven Wynands and I’m the co-founder and CEO of Peer Reputation. Over 60,000 real estate agents and brokers use our platform to discover and leverage their professional relationships. This is my personal reflection on what happened over our first 12 months that…

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Calling all Women Real Estate Tech Founders

Calling all Women Real Estate Tech Founders

I’m seeking women founders of real estate tech companies. If you know anyone I should be speaking with, please shoot me a note at drew at geekestatelabs dot com. Any and all help in this effort is greatly appreciated.

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The property data behind proptech innovation

The property data behind proptech innovation

Innovation seems to be the key that unlocks success. Steve Jobs certainly thought so, known for saying things like, “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower, and, “Innovation is the only way to win.” I’d like to agree primarily with the latter on behalf…

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NAR Opens Applications for iOi Pitch Battle

NAR Opens Applications for iOi Pitch Battle

Second Century Ventures, the National Association of REALTORS® strategic investment arm, is accepting applications for the second annual Innovation, Opportunity and Investment Summit Pitch Battle. For those selected, live presentations will take place at the iOi Summit on Wednesday, August 21 in Seattle. Chris Smith,…

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Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency for Landlords: Should I Accept Rental Payments in Bitcoin?

Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency for Landlords: Should I Accept Rental Payments in Bitcoin?

Chances are, you’ve come across information on Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies in the news lately. It’s no wonder the digital currency is such a hot topic – after crashing in value, the Bitcoin market seems to be recovering quickly with an increase in value of…

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Interview with Andrew Ackerman from Dreamit Urbantech

Interview with Andrew Ackerman from Dreamit Urbantech

We get asked frequently by founders what the available funding options are. One such option is Dreamit. We had the chance to ask Andrew Ackerman, the managing Director of their UrbanTech program, a few questions about their upcoming accelerator class. What are some of the things…

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Requiring Employers to Assist Employees with Housing Would Unleash Innovation

Requiring Employers to Assist Employees with Housing Would Unleash Innovation

[Note from editor: We publish a Weekly Transmission for 165+ Geek Estate Mastermind members that consists of long form articles covering the spectrum from shipping container co-living spaces to the battle for listing acquisition in the first iBuyer world war. Below is a sample of one of the…

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Snap Up Real Estate is taking the Canadian housing market by storm

Snap Up Real Estate is taking the Canadian housing market by storm

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of the Geek Estate Mastermind. Today’s showcase: Snap Up Real Estate] Finding the perfect home can be a challenge, just as selling a property can be; but thanks to the technology of Snap…

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