Jun 10, 2021A Real Estate Renaissance Post-COVIDWe’re now at the half-way mark of 2021 and real estate markets show no sign of slowing down. Low mortgage interest rates coupled with heightened competition continues to push the market higher. But the path to success hasn’t been all sunshine and butterflies. Despite current growth patterns, industry professionals had…7 min read
Oct 27, 2020Why Is Real Estate Industry Last to Move to Online Payments?Real Estate transactions have a reputation for being complicated and time-consuming. It’s no wonder that younger generations are finding the process a little overwhelming and even when they’re ready to buy a home the thought brings a bit of uncertainty. Much of this is because of the antiquated way that…5 min read
Oct 7, 2020Home Security Revamped: A Simple and Affordable OptionIn a time where we have access to all of the most horrific news stories at our fingertips, it’s no wonder that many of us would feel a bit safer with a home security system in place. But as you might have already guessed, home security is expensive and not…4 min read
Oct 5, 2020Home Improvement Challenges Solved with PunchList, a One Stop SolutionGetting home improvement projects done can be a difficult and time consuming task. Many times the stress of working with contractors to get work done on a home starts before anyone even exchanges money or before the work even starts. When you pair this with the common dilemma of having…5 min read
Jun 29, 2020REACH Cohort Overview: Highlighting Key Innovators In Real EstateIn the wake of COVID-19, the real estate sector is being presented with more challenges than ever before. Innovative problem solving is required to make the most of this new normal. At its core, the goal of Second Century Ventures is to help transform the promising technology firms of tomorrow…8 min read
Apr 13, 2020Recessions Are Surprisingly Solid Ground for Startups — Here’s WhyThe economy is in a serious downturn that has many people concerned about the economic prospects for the future. …Startup4 min read
Feb 12, 2020The Rise of Prefab Construction: Past, Present, And FutureWhile it seems like a new building method, modular (prefab) construction has been with us nearly two hundred years. Since the 1830’s, this method of building structures offsite, and transporting them to their destination was only outdone by the fact that assembly of the sections took half the time it…5 min read
Nov 18, 2019Prefabricated Housing: An Innovative Solution To America’s Housing CrisisWhile the United States currently faces a number of pressing economic issues, few are as impactful as the nation’s affordable housing crisis. As urban and suburban areas continue to thrive, property values are being driven through the roof. …Housing4 min read
Oct 11, 2019Making Energy Efficient Buildings Smarter, Greener, And Cheaper Than Ever BeforeWhen considering how to improve a building, more and more property and facilities managers are focusing on the benefits of energy efficiency. It’s not hard to see why this trend is so popular, as improving energy efficiency can significantly reduce an organization’s operating costs over time. …Energy4 min read
Sep 10, 2019Increased Productivity: The Missing Piece For Modern Construction & MiningWhen reflecting on the state of today’s global economy, the benefits provided by advances in modern technology are often self-evident. The rise of cutting-edge tools like collaborative robots, artificial intelligence, and ubiquitous computing have allowed for countless industries to reap notable increases in productivity. From retail to agriculture and manufacturing…Construction5 min read