In this Weekly Radar, we cover:

• Travel planning startups have faced similar challenges as home search startups.
• Founders must identify unique market insights that others miss to gain a competitive edge and attract investor confidence.
• Fifth Wall is raising $500 million through its REACT Fund to expand investments in innovative real estate technologies.
• Boxabl's $60,000 foldable Casita offers a novel, affordable solution for adding functional ADU space to residential properties, boosting density and monetization potential.

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Latest from Geek Estate Blog:

In-House Financial Services to Boost Agent Retention

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of GEM Diamond. Today’s showcase: Upfront] Upfront is a real estate financial platform that partners with real estate brokerages to provide agents with efficient cash-flow solutions, enabling them to access earned commissions before…

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Proptech Job Opportunity: Head of Partnerships at Lula

We have a job opportunity to share from a GEM Diamond member, Lula.... Job Summary Lula Smarter Property Maintenance Inc. is seeking a strategic and results-driven Head of Partnerships to lead partnership efforts and drive business growth through strategic collaborations. This key leadership role will…

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2025 REACH Applications Now Open

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…

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Data-Driven Decision-Making for Property Management Success

Property management has become more complex and competitive than ever, with real estate professionals facing challenges like fluctuating rental markets, rising operational costs and stricter regulatory compliance. To find success in this rapidly evolving industry, property managers must make some crucial decisions—from maintaining high occupancy…

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Transmission Recap:

This week, we looked forward to proptech in 2025 with the explosion of data required for the rise of the machines leading the way...a selection of GEM members share a range of trends and predictions heading into the year ahead. Most recently, Drew Meyers & GEM members reflected on how they fared now that 2024 is in the rearview mirror.

BIZ INTEL

PROPTECH INDEX WEEKLY
By: Community Relations

Consisting of 29 stocks, the GEM Proptech Index had a combined market cap of $227.95B, remaining relatively unchanged, increasing 0.06% from the previous week.

STARTUPS

TRAVEL PLANNING STARTUP WOES
By: Drew Meyers

A more efficient travel planning experience using technology is not a new idea. Enter Expedia's 1998 Trip Planner promo: