What is Stake?
Stake Network Inc. operates at the intersection of fintech and property management, reimagining the traditional rental experience. By transforming rent payments into a mechanism for financial wellness, the company provides renters with tangible cashback rewards and banking-style services. This value proposition extends to property owners and operators, who utilize Stake's infrastructure to improve leasing velocity and tenant retention. As a key player in the rent-tech ecosystem, Stake aligns the financial incentives of residents with the operational goals of landlords, effectively turning a major recurring expense into a tool for savings and long-term financial stability.
How much funding has Stake raised?
Stake has raised a total of $20.1M across 3 funding rounds:
Debt
$56K
Series A
$12M
Debt
$8M
Debt (2021): $56K with participation from PPP
Series A (2022): $12M led by RET Ventures, Hometeam Ventures, and Enterprise Community Partners
Debt (2026): $8M supported by Hub Angel Investment Group Fund V, Hamilton Ventures, Gaingels, Lago Innovation Fund, Blue Field Capital, and RET Ventures
Key Investors in Stake
RET Ventures
A leading industry-backed venture fund focused on rent-tech, providing startups with access to a vast network of REITs and property managers.
Hamilton Ventures
A seed-stage firm comprised of former real estate executives that provides strategic capital and commercialization support to founders in the built environment.
Gaingels
A prominent investment syndicate focused on supporting diverse leadership teams and inclusive growth across the technology and healthcare sectors.
What's next for Stake?
With this major enterprise-level funding, Stake is poised to deepen its penetration within the multifamily and single-family rental markets. The strategic capital will likely be deployed toward enhancing its proprietary financial technology stack and expanding its network of property partners. By leveraging the expertise of its diverse investor base—which includes specialized real estate technology funds and growth-oriented credit providers—Stake is well-positioned to solidify its role as a critical utility in the modern housing economy. Future growth will likely focus on scaling its rewards ecosystem and integrating additional financial services to further empower the renter demographic.
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