Predatory institution that exploits vulnerable employees - Software Developer Homebot Employee Review

1.0
24 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

None, unless you like the color of their numerous red flags.

Cons

Homebot presents itself as a promising startup, but in my experience, it has undergone significant changes over the years that have impacted its culture and operations. During my tenure, I felt that leadership—particularly the CEO—tended to prioritize individuals based on how directly they could contribute to his goals (at your expense). This sometimes created an environment where passionate employees, including those from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds (I am unable to specify which of these groups I occupy or Glassdoor will discard this review. DEI not allowed here I guess?), felt valued primarily for their output rather than supported holistically. Earlier on, that passion did help drive the company forward. However, around 2023, following a private equity acquisition and leadership changes, the company shifted direction. This included layoffs and restructuring that, from my perspective, reduced opportunities for employee input and autonomy. Several colleagues I respected, particularly those who were vocal or brought independent thinking, were let go during this period. (and they were the inverse of nice about it too, though I can only attest anecdotally and represent no generalizations). Since leaving, I’ve continued to hear mixed (see: not good) feedback from current employees and public reviews that suggest ongoing challenges with culture and leadership alignment. Based on my experience, I would encourage prospective employees to carefully evaluate whether the company’s direction and environment align with their expectations and values. [Per Glassdoor's request, I ctrl-c ctrl-v'd my original review right into chatgpt.com and had it sanitize the input to bypass digital filters. Minor editorialization added in post. Guess this is just the world we live in now, huh?]

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5.0
7 Apr 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- The people, the people, the people - Homebot does an incredible job hiring like-minded and driven people. It makes the work environment so much more enjoyable. - Flexibility & freedom - There is no micromanaging (at least on my team) and you're treated as adults who can get your work done on your own time, for the most part. - Opportunity to work directly with the C-Suite as well as all other departments given the size of the company (feels a bit like a start-up if that's your vibe)

Cons

- Frequent change of leaders - While I know this isn't the case for all teams, my team has been through numerous leadership changes over the last few years which has felt like a bit of whiplash. - Real estate market - Not a great time to be a tech vendor in this space. Much of the company's success has to do with how the market is performing, which can feel very out of your control. - A nice to have product, not a need to have - Speaks for itself, but has made growing as a company difficult given the market conditions. - Middle tier salaries - Homebot can't compete with the salaries of their competitors and other companies in the real estate tech space.

1.0
6 Jun 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

To current employees: consider your exit strategy. To prospective employees: this is not a stable or people-first company. The writing is on the wall — proceed with extreme caution.

Cons

Since 2022, Homebot has undergone repeated layoffs roughly every 10 months, the most significant of which occurred in May. This isn’t just a trend - it’s a pattern of instability that should concern anyone considering joining. Leadership turnover has become the norm, with so many executive changes in the past two years that it's hard to keep track. Most recently, the company laid off its Head of People - someone widely viewed as the cultural backbone of the organization. That decision alone should raise serious questions about where this company is headed. The return of the original founders has marked a noticeable shift in culture. Input from employees is no longer welcomed, and there’s a clear pattern of retaliation against those who voice concerns or challenge decisions. It’s not speculation - many of those individuals are no longer with the company. Morale has plummeted. Culture is no longer a priority. This is not the Homebot of years past or the 4 or 5 star ratings you see here on Glassdoor. The company that once earned glowing reviews has eroded into something unrecognizable. Perhaps most troubling is the internal normalization of erratic leadership. It's well known within the organization that the COO has referred to the CEO as “manic” - often in a joking manner, which says a lot about how seriously these behaviors are taken.

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