Second Century Ventures

Second Century Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2009 and based in Chicago, Illinois. It is dedicated to fostering innovation within the real estate industry by investing in early to mid-stage companies that specialize in areas such as real estate technology, software as a service, big data applications, digital media, fintech, and business services. Fully capitalized by the National Association of Realtors, which has over 1.4 million members, Second Century Ventures leverages the extensive resources and industry expertise of this prominent trade association. This strategic affiliation allows portfolio companies to benefit from the support and influence of an organization with over a century of experience in the real estate sector.

Johan Holmberg

Investor

Past deals in Smart Home

Bisly

Venture Round in 2023
Bisly is an Estonian startup developing intelligent building solutions.

Dwellwell Analytics

Venture Round in 2023
Dwellwell Analytics is a technology-driven property maintenance provider that develops integrated sensors for residential buildings. It utilizes a sensor network and whole-home analysis to provide a view of the operation and performance of a portfolio of single-family rental homes or multi-family buildings.

K4Connect

Seed Round in 2021
K4Connect, Inc. develops software solutions aimed at enhancing the lives of older adults and individuals with disabilities. The company offers K4Community, a platform designed for senior living communities that facilitates communication between residents and their families, promotes community engagement, and allows for effective home management. Additionally, K4Connect provides K4Life, a solution focused on helping individuals maintain their independence through smart home and wellness technologies. The integrated platform fosters family and community interaction while enabling operators of senior living facilities and healthcare providers to deliver high-quality care and services. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, K4Connect has established strategic partnerships to further its mission of empowering older adults and improving their quality of life.

BOOM! Power

Seed Round in 2021
Home Electrification Made Easy. BOOM! Power is Australia’s leading home electrification software platform, trusted by government and businesses, providing a one-stop shop for products & solutions. We’re on a mission to eliminate carbon emissions by providing access to products and services that drive household electrification.

Igloohome

Series B in 2019
Igloohome Inc. specializes in the manufacture of security locks designed for both residential and commercial use, facilitating property management through innovative technology. The company offers several products, including the igloohome Smart Keybox, which serves short-term rental hosts and property owners, and the Smart Padlock, a remotely-managed security solution that enables convenient access control. Additionally, the Igloohome mobile app allows users to manage various locks, perform Bluetooth unlocks, generate and manage PIN codes, and monitor lock battery status. The Smart Keybox can be accessed via PIN code and Bluetooth. Igloohome markets its products through resellers and online channels. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Singapore.

Centriq

Venture Round in 2018
Centriq is a company that focuses on home management through an innovative application designed to assist homeowners in maintaining their properties. The platform consolidates essential information regarding home appliances and other items, providing users with access to user manuals, spare parts ordering, maintenance alerts, and instructional videos from experts. This consumer-friendly app aims to simplify home management by making vital information easily accessible via smartphones. Co-founded by former Salesforce executives, Centriq offers a comprehensive solution for home automation, maintenance, and digitization, empowering individuals to efficiently manage and troubleshoot their home products.

Centriq

Funding Round in 2017
Centriq is a company that focuses on home management through an innovative application designed to assist homeowners in maintaining their properties. The platform consolidates essential information regarding home appliances and other items, providing users with access to user manuals, spare parts ordering, maintenance alerts, and instructional videos from experts. This consumer-friendly app aims to simplify home management by making vital information easily accessible via smartphones. Co-founded by former Salesforce executives, Centriq offers a comprehensive solution for home automation, maintenance, and digitization, empowering individuals to efficiently manage and troubleshoot their home products.

HomeSelfe

Seed Round in 2016
Homeselfe is a patent pending free home energy assessment app for homeowners wanting to save money and improve their energy efficiency.

August Home

Series B in 2015
August Pro is a division of August Home Inc., a company that specializes in smart home access products designed to enhance home security and user control. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, August Home develops innovative solutions like the August Smart Lock, which enables users to replace traditional keys with smartphone access. This technology allows homeowners to create virtual keys for various individuals, such as house cleaners and delivery services, and manage access duration remotely via smartphones or computers. August Pro specifically caters to professional smart home installers, providing them with the tools and products needed to implement these advanced access systems effectively. As a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY AB, August Home continues to focus on creating seamless and secure home environments.

HomeSelfe

Homeselfe is a patent pending free home energy assessment app for homeowners wanting to save money and improve their energy efficiency.
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