Castia YC W22

Castia is a fintech and real estate technology startup based in Bogotá, Colombia, founded in 2021.

As a member of the Y Combinator W22 batch, it has quickly gained recognition as one of Colombia's top startups. Castia focuses on enhancing financial inclusion and transforming the rental experience in Latin America. The company serves over 16,000 registered users and has processed more than $6.5 billion in rental payments. The flagship product is a mobile application that streamlines rental payments while offering financial benefits. Users can make secure payments, earn rewards, build credit scores, and save for home down payments. The app also provides features for landlords, including automated payment collection and financial benefits. Castia aims to democratize access to homeownership by treating rent as a financial tool, helping both tenants and landlords thrive in the rental ecosystem.