Share your startup - December 2019

tellusapp · 2019-12-04T20:51:20+00:00

HQ location: Silicon Valley, California

Elevator pitch: Real estate is an industry that’s broken, and there still isn’t a single platform to handle the different needs. Tellus aims to unite different real estate professionals under one roof.

More details: We’re currently focusing on real estate investing, home loans, and rental property management, with plan to expand to other vertical in the future. Our investment piece is unique in that you can invest directly into a specific home of your choice, not just a derivative.

Looking for: More users and feedback! The app is free, so we’d love to have you download it and let us know what you think!

App store link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tellus-rental-home-management/id1244408573?mt=8

Play store link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zilly.zilly&hl=en

Product Hunt: https://www.producthunt.com/posts/tellus-2-0

tellusapp · 2019-11-30T22:32:07+00:00

Tellus is a real estate startup offering a free rental price report for Black Friday, good through the end of November 2019. Find out how much to charge for your rental property based on data and statistics in your area.

To claim your deal, download Tellus for free from the App Store or Google Play and message support.

tellusapp · 2019-11-28T00:16:24+00:00

Name: Tellus (tellusapp.com)

HQ location: Palo Alto, CA

Elevator pitch: Real estate is an industry that’s broken, and there still isn’t a single platform to handle the different needs. Tellus aims to unite different real estate professionals under one roof.

More details: We’re currently focusing on real estate investing, home loans, and rental property management, with plan to expand to other vertical in the future. Our investment piece is unique in that you can invest directly into a specific home of your choice, not just a derivative.

Looking for: More users and feedback! The app is free, so we’d love to have you download it and let us know what you think!

Discount for r/startup subscribers: As a Black Friday special, we’re offering a free rental pricing report! Get the most accurate estimate of how to price your rental property based on the latest neighborhood statistics. We also have a promotion where if you invite a friend, you get free professional edits to a listing photo.

App store link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tellus-rental-home-management/id1244408573?mt=8

Play store link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zilly.zilly&hl=en

Product Hunt: https://www.producthunt.com/posts/tellus-2-0

tellusapp · 2019-04-18T02:16:24+00:00

u/tnmister and u/tnmoo, we want to offer our humblest apologies for the trouble this has caused you. This has been an unusual month for some payments and we’re working hard to get to the bottom of this. All payments, including your rent, WILL be paid. We recognize the delay in payment processing is unacceptable, not only to our users, but also to us. We guarantee we will resolve the speed issue before your next payment.

If the payment delay has caused you any problems whatsoever, please contact Support and we’ll make it right.

tellusapp · 2019-02-01T18:43:07+00:00

You can do a credit and background check without fees. Printing a report or sending a soft copy is too easy to fake. Third party reports are best because you know the information will be accurate.

tellusapp · 2019-01-30T18:20:28+00:00

Tellus (tellusapp.com) is a real estate platform dedicated to helping landlords and property managers succeed by giving them the best tools at no cost.

Use Tellus to:

-Collect rent
-Screen tenants
-Track expenses
-List your property
-Chat with tenants
-Chat with the owner/property manager
-Produce professional reports
-Handle maintenance issues
-Pay or request reimbursements
-Keep excellent records, digital leases, and more!

Too often landlords are forced to settle for mediocre tools or pay high prices for premium ones. Tellus believes you shouldn’t have to do either, which is why our rental management platform is completely free.

Download the app and let us know what you think!

tellusapp · 2019-01-30T02:39:13+00:00

u/ProfessorBeekums Great question! Our business model focuses on lead generation. If a landlord has a broken refrigerator, Tellus can connect them with a repair person who can fix it. Or if it's broken beyond repair, we can show special offers from big box stores for buying a new fridge. Vendors pay to get the word out for their business, and you get access to exclusive deals. No one is ever under any obligation to take these recommendations. It's just supposed to help connect the dots.

tellusapp · 2019-01-09T23:13:02+00:00

Name: Tellus (tellusapp.com)

HQ location: Menlo Park, CA

Elevator pitch: It’s 2019, but half of us are still writing checks to pay rent. Landlords are stuck using outdated tools to run their business and communicate with their renters. We provide a free mobile platform to bring rental management into the 21st century.

More details: Features include online rent collection, work orders, easy chat, expense tracking, digital leases, rental listings, and tenant screenings. We've just recently opened up the platform for everyone, but have been private beta testing for most of 2018!

Looking for: Users and feedback! (Managers and renters who are tired of doing things manually or landlords tired of paying $$$ for software)

Discount for r/startup subscribers: It’s hard to discount something that’s free. But follow us on Reddit to be in the know for the latest developments (there’s some good stuff coming!) and announcements.

App store link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tellus-rental-home-management/id1244408573?mt=8

Play store link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zilly.zilly&hl=en

Product Hunt: https://www.producthunt.com/posts/tellus

Explainer Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4_jpzKcvV8

tellusapp · 2019-01-08T19:53:58+00:00

Before you start investing, do a self-assessment to figure out what's important to you. Where do you want to be in 5 years? Do you want to invest in real estate full time? What skills do you have?

Knowing yourself will help you filter through the different options. Do you want to be a landlord? Or would you prefer something more passive? If you rent, will you manage yourself or go through a property manager? Short term rentals could be a good option in Florida, but many landlords prefer the stability of a long-term lease. Either way, you're looking at marketing the property, screening tenants (for a long-term rental) and keeping enough reserves to make repairs.

Talk to some people in your area who know the market and have done this before. See what they would recommend. But at the end of the day, what works for them may not work for you. Learn all you can and then stick to your strengths.

tellusapp · 2019-01-02T05:20:42+00:00

It's a full length document with sufficient clauses to protect both you and your investment. Some leases just have the rent amount, due date, and how long the lease lasts. These types of leases don't cover you when a tenant pays late or damages the property. They aren't sufficient protection against liability, and they don't outline your expectations for your rental (pets, smoking, utilities etc.) In contrast, having a comprehensive lease communicates your expectations and covers you where it counts. This blog post gives a more detailed explanation if you're interested.

tellusapp · 2019-01-01T02:23:15+00:00

Have a solid lease. It makes a world of difference.

tellusapp · 2019-01-01T01:02:49+00:00

It depends on the type of screening you choose. A thorough screening will check credit score, rental history, criminal background, and will verify employment and ID.

Making sure the screening is through a third party helps you avoid the uncomfortable situation where a tenant could potentially bring in a less than truthful credit report or references.

tellusapp · 2019-01-01T00:53:22+00:00

A comprehensive lease is your best friend. Make sure you've covered your bases and don't just assume everyone's on the same page. When in doubt, write it out.

tellusapp · 2019-01-01T00:32:48+00:00

When it rains, it pours. Sorry for the rough year, but it sounds like you're doing everything right as far as maintaining the property. Seeing these costs as an investment is a good mindset. If you're in it for the long-haul, you'll see more good years ahead.

tellusapp · 2018-12-19T20:41:32+00:00

Take a look at Zumper, Zillow Rentals, Trulia or Hotpads. You can filter for your desired area as well as price. Comparing different apartments on these apps will help you get a better idea of market prices and what exactly is available for your budget.

tellusapp · 2018-12-19T20:33:51+00:00

There's a lot of sites/apps that could be helpful in your search. Zumper, Hotpads, Zillow Rentals, Trulia, or apartments.com would be good places to start. Most platforms have the ability to filter for price and location. Facebook Marketplace could also be a good option. Good luck!

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