Turning Empty Seasons into Impact Seasons
Real Karma transforms premium short-term rentals into de-risked assets delivering stable returns and measurable community impact.
The $100B+ Seasonal Vacancy Trap
Premium vacation rental owners face sharp income dips during off-seasons, making investments volatile. Communities suffer too, as boom-bust tourism leaves local talent and resources underutilized.
This isn’t just a market inefficiency — it’s a massive opportunity. We are creating a new asset class engineered for financial resilience and community benefit.
Our Solution: The Impact Home
We solve seasonality by transforming a property’s financial and social DNA.
Acquire → Identify high-quality STRs in high-seasonality destinations, targeting undervalued assets.
Transform → Execute a full operational turnaround:
Impact Certification: Connect homes to vetted local “Impact Experiences” (arts, environment, mentorship).
Revenue Engineering: Secure year-round demand from conscious travelers, corporations, and impact investors.
Systems & Branding: Apply professional management, a premium brand, and a sophisticated tech stack.
Monetize & Exit → Sell stabilized, cash-flow positive Impact Homes to institutional investors, family offices, and ESG-aligned funds.
Who We Serve
Impact Investors & Funds
Superior Returns: De-risked from seasonality, stabilized for reliable income.
Verified Impact: Transparent Social ROI via the Mission Homes Index.
Future-Proof: ESG-compliant assets aligned with the trillion-dollar conscious capital trend.
Impact Travelers
Stay with Purpose: Book curated homes supporting real community projects.
Engage Deeply: Join unique, pre-vetted Impact Experiences during your stay.
Track Your Impact: Monitor outcomes in real time through our platform.
Why This Model Outperforms Traditional STRs
▸ Engineered for off-season demand – Properties designed to generate income year-round, avoiding the typical boom-and-bust cycle.
▸ Verified community impact – Each home supports vetted local projects, delivering measurable social value.
▸ De-risked from seasonality – Stabilized revenue streams protect investors and property owners.
▸ ESG-compliant reporting – Transparent tracking of both financial performance and social outcomes.
▸ Premium brand & systems – Professional management, sophisticated tech, and curated guest experiences enhance property value.
The Founder: Alain Araw
With 30+ years in real estate and finance (investment banking, premium brokerage), Alain brings expertise in identifying undervalued assets and structuring high-value transactions.
His mission: "To prove that the highest return on a holiday property is achieved by turning seasonal weakness into year-round community strength.”
Join Us: Seed Round
We are raising a $10M seed investment to acquire and transform our first portfolio of properties.
Our Model: Capital will fund option agreements on premium properties, letting us control assets with lower risk and prove our concept before full acquisition.
The Value Unlock: Pre-book off-season demand, increase property valuation, and secure exit financing — ensuring strong returns for investors.
Contact:
Alain Araw | Founder & CEO
alainaraw@realkarma.org | +34 676 830 563 (mobile calls and WhatsApp)