Gaurav Hardikar is the vice president of Product at HomeLight, where he leads the design, engineering and scaling of the company’s lending technology, most notably the Buy Before You Sell platform. This offering enables homeowners to unlock their home equity and make competitive offers on new homes without waiting to sell their current property — a solution that has helped unlock over $885 million in equity nationwide.
Hardikar has overseen the development of this AI-powered platform, managing the end-to-end product experience and working across teams to ensure seamless integration with the needs of lenders, agents and clients. His leadership has been central to making the bridge loan process faster, more accessible and more reliable, allowing lenders to close more deals while supporting homeowners through complex transactions.
In addition to his work at HomeLight, Hardikar contributes actively to the broader product and technology space. He serves as a mentor and advisor across various organizations, including Product School, Alchemist Accelerator and the Executive Council Network, sharing practical insights with up-and-coming product leaders.
At HomeLight, Hardikar is known for his focused, systems-driven approach to leadership. He emphasizes execution, cross-functional collaboration and user experience, helping teams deliver products that meet real-world needs. His efforts have supported the company’s broader mission of transforming real estate transactions through smarter, tech-enabled solutions. His consistent, behind-the-scenes work continues to shape how modern lending products are built and scaled.
Name:
Gaurav Hardikar
Title:
Vice President, Product
Company Name:
HomeLight
