In each monthly discussion, real estate executives are introduced to new business models that are transforming how real estate is used. As technology continues to innovate and become a larger part of all parts of our lives, new business models are emerging that are affecting the use and demand on real estate space. We can live, work, and shop anywhere thereby diminishing the influence of “exclusivity” and “need to be” locations. Technology is reducing the friction in the marketing and leasing processes forever altering the discovery, information sharing, revenue, and valuations of properties as real estate demand becomes hospitality based.

FEATURED COMPANY: RENT CHECK

with Lydia Winkler

Lydia Winkler is the co-founder of RentCheck, a software platform, which brings transparency to security deposit deductions and helps property managers save time on inspections with easy self-guided inspections that anyone can do from their smartphone. Lydia holds a Juris Doctor and Masters in Business Administration from Tulane University and a Bachelor of Arts from Kenyon College.