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?? Hear from our customers, Nick and Nicole, on why they chose Welcome for their next chapter (and why they're glad they did). https://lnkd.in/eGbjsdH5

"Compared to existing homes, which tend to go for more than listed and have buyers constantly entering into bidding wars, new builds offer a welcome reprieve." https://lnkd.in/eHiyP2AH

Our newest transitional models—?Juno, Katona, and Addison— are now?LIVE!?Head to our online design studio to start customizing your dream home: welcomehomes.com/models.

?? COMING SOON: We're excited to welcome three new transitional home models into our collection: Juno, Katona, and Addison.?Designed for memory-making, our bright, open homes feature flexible floor plans and functional layouts. Head to https://lnkd.in/ed2wtxdE to learn more.

The dawn of 2024 has brought a groundbreaking shift in venture capital, especially within the residential real estate tech (residential proptech) sector. This week we analyzed venture capital investments in the residential proptech and adjacent sectors during a tumultuous era marked by commission lawsuits and disruption in the residential real estate industry. ?? $388 million has been funneled into 34 companies, marking a significant increase from last year’s $328 million across 50 firms. This surge is more than just numbers—it's a testament to the growing confidence in proptech and a strategic shift towards investing in mature, scalable solutions. ?? Spotlight on Success: Placemakr and Welcome Homes are riding high with substantial funding rounds of $65 million and $29 million, respectively, underscoring the market’s focus on innovative and impactful solutions. ?? The Investment Shift: With median funding ballooning to $3.6 million and an average hit of $16 million in Q1, it's clear the venture capital strategy is evolving. Firms are now chasing companies with the potential to make significant market impacts, such as Sealed and EasyKnock, which bagged $30 million and $28 million, respectively, driving forward energy efficiency and flexible home equity solutions. ?? Fostering Innovation: This isn’t just about funding; it’s about fostering a hotbed of innovation in smart home tech, online property management, and alternative financing. Splitero and Kin Insurance are breaking new ground with $11.7 million and $15 million in funding, pioneering in home equity access and insurance tech. ?? Opportunities Ahead: The venture capital infusion is not merely financial—it's a force transforming the real estate sector, enhancing user experiences, and driving market efficiency. Companies like Freemodel and Nestment are now poised for unprecedented growth and innovation. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gT3PZm7j Tags: #proptech #realestate #realtor #realestateagent #nar #venturecapital #funding

?? The residential real estate industry is going through a once-in-a-generation shift. From multiple commission lawsuits to brokerages roped in chaos, the force of disruption has created an opportunity spearheaded by innovation. The residential proptech and adjacent sector have been having an outsized moment. ?? ?? ?? $388 million ???has been invested in the sector in Q1 2024 alone, an 18% increase in funding compared to the same quarter last year, led by Welcome Homes, Divvy Homes, EasyKnock, Sealed, Kin Insurance, and more. #proptech #realestate #venturecapital #funding #startup #innovation