Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who should apply?

Innovators on the front lines of where technology intersects with real estate who are busy propeling the world forward. Doers dedicated to progress and outcomes, not talkers.

Applicants should have a minimum of five years of operational experience in the industry, and hold a C-level, owner, or investor role.

Still have questions about who we’re looking for? Email [email protected] or fill out an application!

Q. Who is already in the GEM?

Diverse, by design, the community is a mix of founders of early-stage tech startups, CEO's of public companies, technology vendors, product innovators, real estate broker-owners, tech-forward landlords/developers, and forward thinking practitioners. All of which have a deeper interest in technology than the average person. Members represent companies and firms such as Zillow Group, NewsCorp/Realtor.com, Knock, Inside Real Estate, Padsplit, Setpoint, Era Ventures, Arrived, NAR, Zumper, Second Century Ventures, and NFX. Our 2025 state of the GEM has more information about membership makeup.

Q. Why is membership limited to 1,500?

Among doers, we believe that smaller is better and the community doesn't scale. We're focused on deep relationship building requiring curated in-person gatherings and community moderation, not simply being the best paid content source available to anyone with a credit card.

Q. Why is payment required upfront?

We require an upfront $100 payment in order to ensure you are serious about your participation in GEM. This deposit is non-refundable. If your membership is approved, the $100 will be credited toward your first year’s membership dues.

Q. Why is there a review/application process?

We review each and everyone of our applicants to ensure we maintain the community as proptech peers. We’re looking to understand the unique perspective and experience you can contribute to the community. We also review applicants to ensure that no press are present, so you can share your challenges and opinions with confidentiality.

Q. What is included in membership?

Networking opportunities with 600+ innovators from across the globe through the private forum & in-person gatherings.

Long-form articles covering the spectrum from shipping container co-living spaces to the battle for listing acquisition in the first iBuyer world war (Weekly Transmission). Delivered on Wednesday or Thursday.

Curated real estate, startups, & built world links & analysis blended with out of the box ideas (Weekly Radar). Delivered every Sunday.

Special business intelligence reports.

Promotion opportunities on Geek Estate Blog (1x per quarter).

Q. How does the GEM differ from other proptech groups?

As a 100% independent organization, we deliver all signal, no noise.

Diversity of both sector and stage, while maintaining a property tech focus. You don't need us to connect with your immediate peers. But chances are good you don't know the C-level of adjacent sectors of proptech.

Q. What are local chapters? Why is the pricing different compared to other markets?

Local Chapters are where GEM comes to life in the offline world. They bring together members who live or work in the same city to connect more deeply, collaborate, and support one another in real life. Each chapter is designed to help you feel more connected to the GEM community right where you are.

Q. Is there an option for a free trial?

We do not offer a free version of the community membership, however, you can sign up for our Sneak Peek email list to receive monthly transmissions and radars here.

Q. Can I advertise in the community?

No. There is a strictly enforced no promotion policy in place. There are plenty of places to pitch your wares in every conversation, this isn't one of them.

Q. I'm a journalist or consultant, can I join?

Sorry, but no. We're a community of industry operators interested in advancing ideas and building companies.

Q. What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel your subscription in our Chargebee billing portal at any time.

Q. What’s the deal with the Geek Estate Blog?

Launched in 2007, the Geek Estate Blog is now operated as a member benefit. GEM members can guest post on the blog to help establish themselves as thought leaders in the proptech space.

Q. What does the GEM stand for?

Geek Estate Mastermind. We started calling it the GEM to help ease the confusion between the public-facing (free) blog and the private community (paid).

Ready to Apply?

**We require an application fee of $100 to apply for membership. You’ll be redirected immediately to the GEM membership application after you complete payment. The fee will be credited towards your first year's membership payment if approved.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who should apply?

Innovators on the front lines of where technology intersects with real estate who are busy propeling the world forward. Doers dedicated to progress and outcomes, not talkers.

Applicants should have a minimum of five years of operational experience in the industry, and hold a C-level, owner, or investor role.

Still have questions about who we’re looking for? Email [email protected] or fill out an application!

Q. Who is already in the GEM?

Q. Why is membership limited to 1,500?

Among doers, we believe that smaller is better and the community doesn't scale. We're focused on deep relationship building requiring curated in-person gatherings and community moderation, not simply being the best paid content source available to anyone with a credit card.

Q. Why is payment required upfront?

We require an upfront $100 payment in order to ensure you are serious about your participation in GEM. This deposit is non-refundable. If your membership is approved, the $100 will be credited toward your first year’s membership dues.

Q. Why is there a review/application process?

Q. What is included in membership?

Networking opportunities with 600+ innovators from across the globe through the private forum & in-person gatherings.

Long-form articles covering the spectrum from shipping container co-living spaces to the battle for listing acquisition in the first iBuyer world war (Weekly Transmission). Delivered on Wednesday or Thursday.

Curated real estate, startups, & built world links & analysis blended with out of the box ideas (Weekly Radar). Delivered every Sunday.

Special business intelligence reports.

Promotion opportunities on Geek Estate Blog (1x per quarter).

Q. How does the GEM differ from other proptech groups?

As a 100% independent organization, we deliver all signal, no noise.

Diversity of both sector and stage, while maintaining a property tech focus. You don't need us to connect with your immediate peers. But chances are good you don't know the C-level of adjacent sectors of proptech.

Q. What are local chapters? Why is the pricing different compared to other markets?

Q. Is there an option for a free trial?

We do not offer a free version of the community membership, however, you can sign up for our Sneak Peek email list to receive monthly transmissions and radars here.

Q. Can I advertise in the community?

No. There is a strictly enforced no promotion policy in place. There are plenty of places to pitch your wares in every conversation, this isn't one of them.

Q. I'm a journalist or consultant, can I join?

Sorry, but no. We're a community of industry operators interested in advancing ideas and building companies.

Q. What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel your subscription in our Chargebee billing portal at any time.

Q. What’s the deal with the Geek Estate Blog?

Launched in 2007, the Geek Estate Blog is now operated as a member benefit. GEM members can guest post on the blog to help establish themselves as thought leaders in the proptech space.

Q. What does the GEM stand for?

Geek Estate Mastermind. We started calling it the GEM to help ease the confusion between the public-facing (free) blog and the private community (paid).

Ready to Apply?

**We require an application fee of $100 to apply for membership. You’ll be redirected immediately to the GEM membership application after you complete payment. The fee will be credited towards your first year's membership payment if approved.

Questions? Don't hesitate to ask