Home Run Case Study | Real Estate Platform

Project Overview

Home Run is a groundbreaking platform that merges real estate investing with the thrill of live betting. Designed to make property auctions more accessible and engaging, it allows users to predict auction outcomes, win jackpots, and participate in a gamified investment environment. With integrated educational resources and community features, Home Run empowers users to enhance their investment skills while engaging in real-time auctions.

Key Metrics

  • Enabled multi-tiered subscription revenue streams, including educational content sales and in-app currency purchases.
  • Scaled to handle multiple simultaneous auctions, supporting diverse user roles including guests, subscribers, professionals, and influencers.
  • Boosted user engagement through gamification, leading to longer session durations and higher user retention.
  • Integrated performance analytics for admin-led decision-making and content optimization.

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Project Scope

The Home Run platform included both a cross-platform mobile application and a responsive web application, supporting:

  • User onboarding with role-based access (guest, subscriber, admin, influencer, etc.)
  • Real-time auction participation with predictive betting features
  • In-app currency management and multi-tier subscription models
  • Educational content delivery and exclusive insights
  • Admin dashboards for managing users, content, payouts, and platform-wide analytics

Project Workflow for Seamless Delivery

1. Discovery & Planning:
Mapped out user journeys and defined platform goals focusing on accessibility, engagement, and monetization.

2. Design & Wireframing:
Created intuitive UI/UX designs emphasizing real-time interaction, personalized user experiences, and seamless content navigation.

3. Development:
Built mobile (cross-platform) and web applications with integrated auction engines, betting logic, subscription handling, and scalable infrastructure.

4. Testing & Optimization:
Conducted multi-device testing, load testing for concurrent auctions, and iterative improvements based on real user feedback.

5. Deployment & Monitoring:
Deployed on scalable cloud infrastructure with robust admin controls, analytics dashboards, and real-time performance monitoring.

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Thomas Sonderegger

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Ontik turned our vision into a modern, high-impact brand. Their team is agile, transparent, and deeply committed. The trust they’ve earned speaks for itself.

-Thomas SondereggerCo-founder, Timunar
Daniel Wight

From zero to unicorn-worthy software in just 3 months.

We didn’t have to think about design, development, or tech stack. Ontik did everything. Our MVP is now live, generating revenue and real traction.

-Daniel WightCo-founder, Fitmate
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Worked with multiple firms. Ontik ranks at the top, without a doubt.

Three things set them apart: technical expertise, customer-focused delivery, and fresh ideas. They consistently add value beyond expectations.

-Dr. Javed MostafaDean,
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Haruka Matsushita

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As a non-technical first-time founder, Ontik helped me confidently build a prototype I could present. Transparent, professional, and client-focused throughout.

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Visiting Ontik’s office, I was impressed by the team’s curiosity, professionalism, and drive to build meaningful solutions. A culture built on excellence and growth.

-Prof M. Taher A. SaifProfessor, UIUC
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Kawamoto Yasuhiro

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Jeremy Blanch

Ontik made a complex platform feel effortless.

Our real-time real estate betting platform needed sharp UX and reliability during live auctions. Ontik delivered fast, communicated clearly, and kept our vision intact.

-Jeremy BlanchFounder, Homerun