In this episode of Uncontested Investing, we’re sitting down with Jonas Bordo, CEO of Dwellsy, to explore how his innovative platform is transforming the rental experience for both renters and landlords. Jonas recounts his journey from managing 60,000 rental units to founding Dwellsy, a startup prioritizing transparency and innovation in the rental market.
Jonas also introduces exciting new tools like CompIQ, a customizable comparables engine for investors. Whether you’re a renter, landlord, or real estate investor, this episode provides actionable insights and inspiration!
Key Talking Points of the Episode
00:00 Introduction
00:30 Who is Jonas Bordo?
02:27 How Jonas balances the company health and culture
04:02 The purpose behind Dwellsy
05:29 What Dwellsy’s mission statement means
09:03 The importance of innovation and openness in real estate
11:42 Leveraging data and technology to serve the rental market
13:35 What it is like to operate Dwellsy in the Bay Area
15:02 How did renters respond to Dwellsy’s services?
16:21 Writing Everything You Need to Know About Renting But Didn't Know to Ask
20:41 The pivotal moment that changed Jonas’ professional career
22:53 Jonas’ rise to fame through Dwellsy
25:37 The value of coaching and mentorship to an individual’s success
27:42 The benefits of trade shows in real estate
29:12 The future of Dwellsy
31:10 What is Jonas passionate about outside of real estate?
33:36 How to get in touch with Jonas and the Dwellsy team
Quotables
“Renting should be a great experience, but for most people, it’s not. We’re here to change that.”
“Your network and mentors shape your success. Always look for opportunities to pay it forward.”
“Dwellsy is more than a marketplace; we’re a data company that provides tools to transform how landlords and renters connect.”
Links
Dwellsy
CompIQ
https://www.dwellsy.com/compiq
Everything You Need to Know About Renting But Didn't Know to Ask
https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Need-About-Renting-Didnt/dp/1637743920
RCN Capital
https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast
https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/
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