Episodes

  • #31 - Kyle Kamrooz, Founder & CEO at Bonus Homes
    Sep 17 2025

    In Episode #31 of Slice of Real Estate, Kyle Kamrooz, Founder & CEO at Bonus Homes.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • Revolutionizing Home Equity Access: Kyle Kamrooz introduces a new financial model that lets homeowners tap into equity without selling their homes.
    • Home Appreciation Partnership (HAP): Bonus Homes' unique structure offers homeowners cash upfront while retaining ownership and sharing future appreciation.
    • Passive Wealth Creation: Clients enjoy passive income and long-term appreciation gains—without the burden of being a landlord.
    • Serving Underserved Markets: Bonus focuses on middle America and emerging growth cities like Phoenix, Memphis, and Charlotte.
    • Support During Life Transitions: The model aids those facing foreclosure or life hardships, offering stability without sacrificing future gains.


    Learn more about Bonus Homes:
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/bonushomes/
    Website https://www.bonushomes.com/

    Learn about our Guest:
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylekamrooz/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    19 mins
  • #30 - Charlotte Schell, Co-Founder & CEO Wreno & Andrew Luong, Co-founder & CEO Doorvest
    Sep 10 2025

    In Episode #30 of Slice of Real Estate, Charlotte Schell, Co-Founder & CEO Wreno & Andrew Luong, Co-founder & CEO Doorvest.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • Doorvest helps everyday people invest in single-family rentals remotely and passively.
    • Wreno empowers operations teams through intelligent coordination platforms for real estate.
    • Both founders discuss navigating early-stage startup challenges and product-market fit.
    • Insights on balancing capital efficiency with growth in the proptech space.


    Learn more about:
    Wreno Website https://wreno.io/
    Wreno LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wreno/

    Doorvest Website http://doorvest.com
    Doorvest LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/doorvestco/

    Learn about our Guests:
    Andrew Luong LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewqluong/
    Charlotte Schell Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlottejingweischell/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    20 mins
  • #29 - Martin Kelly, President at Blueprint
    Sep 4 2025

    In Episode #29 of Slice of Real Estate, Martin Kelly, President at Blueprint.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • Blueprint 2025 returns to Las Vegas with a fresh vision: The fifth annual event focuses on transformative thinking in the built world.
    • High-profile speakers announced: Eric Wu (Opendoor), Ankur Jain (Bilt Rewards), and John Kite (Kite Realty) join the lineup.
    • Vision stage spotlights innovation in community development: Featuring projects like Boulevard Las Vegas and work from Related and Charney.
    • New research subscription product launching at the event: A collaboration with Inman and Beringer Capital focused on operational insights.
    • Panels that cut through the noise: Tech stack comparisons in multifamily and deep dives into retail and urban development challenges.


    Learn more about Blueprint:
    Website http://blueprint.connectiv.com
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/goblueprint/

    Learn about our Guest:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinblueprint/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    15 mins
  • #28 - Savannah Wheeler, CEO at Apartment Snapshot
    Jul 30 2025

    In Episode #28 of Slice of Real Estate, Savannah Wheeler, CEO at Apartment Snapshot.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • Savannah Wheeler, CEO of Apartment Snapshot, brings nearly 20 years of multifamily and real estate experience.
    • Apartment Snapshot gamifies KPI tracking for multifamily teams, driving transparency and engagement.
    • The platform bridges the gap between macro-level BI tools and day-to-day team needs.
    • Growth-focused, the team is onboarding new clients and refining onboarding processes.
    • Company culture, motivation, and actionable data are core to Apartment Snapshot’s mission.


    Learn more about Apartment Snapshot:
    Website http://apartmentsnapshot.com
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/apartment-snapshot/

    Learn about our Guest:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/savannah-m-wheeler/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    15 mins
  • #27 - Rishard Rameez, Co-Founder & CEO at Zown
    Jun 18 2025

    In Episode #27 of Slice of Real Estate, Rishard Rameez, Co-Founder & CEO at Zown.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • A viral Reddit post inspired Zown’s creation after Rishard’s frustration with hefty real estate commissions.
    • $300M+ in transactions and rapid growth have made Zown Canada’s fastest-growing real estate brokerage.
    • Customer obsession drives product success, with a focus on delivering a seamless, anxiety-free buying experience.
    • Zown recently launched in California, proving its model resonates beyond Canada.
    • Vision to own 60%+ of North America’s homebuyer market by making homeownership radically accessible.



    Learn more about Zown:
    Website https://zownhomes.com/
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/thezown/

    Learn about our Guest:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishard-rameez-702628b0/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    12 mins
  • #26 - David Blumenfeld, Co-Founder at NextRivet
    Mar 12 2025

    In Episode #26 of Slice of Real Estate, David Blumenfeld, Co-Founder at NextRivet.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • NextRivet’s Mission: Helping real estate companies turn digital ideas into actionable innovations.
    • Challenges in PropTech Adoption: Why real estate is slow to change and how to overcome resistance.
    • AI’s Role in Real Estate: From lease automation to spatial analytics, how AI is reshaping the industry.
    • Future of PropTech: The rise of building automation, predictive site selection, and quantum computing’s impact.




    Learn more about NextRivet:
    Website http://www.nextrivet.com
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/nextrivet/

    Learn about our Guest:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dblumenfeld/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    21 mins
  • #25 - Justin Clements, Co-Founder at Pest Share
    Feb 19 2025

    In Episode #25 of Slice of Real Estate, Justin Clements, Co-Founder at Pest Share.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • Identifying a Market Need – How Pest Share emerged to solve a critical pain point in property management.
    • The Aha Moments – Justin shares the pivotal realizations that shaped the business.
    • The Real Cost of Pests – Why pest infestations cause financial and operational strain on property managers.
    • Extreme Pest Cases – A shocking bed bug infestation that cost a building $40,000.
    • The Future of Pest Share – Plans for integrating with property management platforms to improve service delivery.



    Learn more about Pest Share:
    Website https://www.pestshare.com/
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pest-share/

    Learn about our Guest:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinclements20/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    20 mins
  • #24 - Donal Warde, Director of Special Projects at TF Cornerstone
    Feb 12 2025

    In Episode #24 of Slice of Real Estate, Donal Warde, Director of Special Projects at TF Cornerstone.


    Listen to the full episode to learn about:

    • Donal Warde’s Career Journey – From real estate investment to prop-tech leadership.
    • Build vs. Buy in Real Estate Tech – When to develop proprietary technology vs. using off-the-shelf solutions.
    • AI in PropTech – Current applications and future potential in property management.
    • Startup vs. Corporate Culture – The differences in risk, learning curves, and decision-making.
    • TF Cornerstone’s Tech Spinout – The launch of Portico, a resident services platform.



    Learn more about TF Cornerstone:
    Website https://tfc.com/
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/tf-cornerstone/

    Learn about our Guest:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/donalwarde/

    Slice of Real Estate is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    21 mins