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The Big Picture Blueprint: Navigating Land, Real Estate, and Business Success
In this episode, Dan and Mason talk about the real work behind rural land development and why a deal that looks simple on paper can become complicated fast. They break down the hidden issues investors need to watch for, like power lines, water rights, road access, county rules, flood zones, easements, and permits that can quietly change the value of a property.They also share lessons from their own projects, where assumptions almost led to costly mistakes. From utility prices going up, to wells not being allowed, to roads needing special approval, they show why due diligence is not something you rush. A big reminder from this conversation is that land development is not just about finding a good deal. It is about asking the right people, checking every detail, and knowing what can actually be built before you close.Tune in if you want a more honest look at rural land development, the problems most people do not see at first, and how to protect yourself from mistakes that can drain time, money, and momentum.===Key Topics:-Why rural land deals that look simple can quickly become complicated-How hidden issues like water rights and easements can kill a deal-Why road access and county regulations matter more than most investors realize-The costly mistakes developers make when they skip proper due diligence-Why asking the right people early can save you thousands of dollars===If you're selling land and still relying on Facebook messages, you're making it harder than it needs to be. Acrefy helps land investors create clean, professional dispo websites where buyers can see everything in one place. It saves time, looks legit, and helps you close faster.
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In this episode, real estate expert Shree Kulkarni shares insights on land development, market changes post-COVID, and adapting strategies in the evolving real estate landscape. Discover how his approach to land acquisition and project development has evolved over the years. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Brandon Cobb joins this week's episode to break down land development and investing. He shares practical strategies for making money, insights on working with national builders, his perspective on the future of neighborhood design, and how to get started in development today.Full Description / Show Notes:Brandon's history and career backroundWhat made him want to get started in land developmentHow he determines what makes good investments or notFavorite projects he's worked onHow to build relationships with national buildersWhat the future of neighborhood design looks likeBest advice for someone who wants to get started in land investment
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In this episode, Jody Boyd, a Texas-based single-family real estate developer, shares insights into land development, project sourcing, and scaling strategies. Discover how he navigates high entry costs, builds investor partnerships, and identifies prime growth areas in North Texas. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Joining us in this episode of Living Off Rentals is a real estate investor who built a portfolio of mobile home parks and land development projects in just a few years. Robert Howell is the founder of Howell & Sons, a family-driven real estate company based in South Carolina. He specializes in mobile home park investing and creating affordable housing through land-home packages. Listen as he shares how he got started during COVID, why he chose mobile home parks, and how he's scaling cash flow while helping provide affordable housing. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Introducing Robert Howell and his background [03:01] How Robert became interested in mobile home investing and land development [05:36] Evaluating deals on mobile home parks [06:41] Mobile home parks offer strong cash flow and scalability [09:12] Do mobile homes appreciate in value? [10:12] Ideal park size and using property management [12:52] Biggest misconceptions about mobile home investing [15:15] Transition into land home development [18:41] Managing infrastructure costs when developing land [22:00] Mobile homes vs. manufactured vs. modular homes [23:24] Financing strategies: private money, banks, and more [26:04] Involving family and teaching kids real estate [29:47] Key lessons and thinking creatively in real estate [32:28] Education program and helping others get started [35:07] Connect with Robert Howell [37:09] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://howellandsons.com/ Show Links: Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/ Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals
In Episode 98 of the Land to Lots™ podcast, Carter Froelich sits down with John Hutchinson, Co-Chief Executive and Global Head of Origination at Trez Capital, a private real estate investment firm providing debt and equity solutions across the United States and Canada. John shares perspective on how private capital is underwriting land development today, what lenders are focused on in the current market, and how sponsors can better position their projects for successful execution. Carter and John discuss entitlement risk, absorption assumptions, loan structure, recourse, and how infrastructure financing tools factor into lending decisions. In this episode you'll learn: John's background and path into land development finance. How Trez Capital approaches land and horizontal development lending today. What lenders consider "down the middle of the fairway" underwriting in the current market. How entitlement risk, absorption, and takedown assumptions are evaluated. Typical loan structures, leverage ranges, and covenant considerations. How draw schedules, inspections, and funding mechanics work in practice. How special districts and bond reimbursements are viewed from a lender perspective. What John is watching in land development finance over the next 12 to 24 months. Trends John is watching in land and development lending over the next 12 to 24 months. John's biggest professional learning experience and what currently keeps him up at night. Show Notes John Hutchinson, Contact Information O: 214 545 0952 E: johnh@trezcapital.com W: www.trezcapital.com Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare a Special Tax District Bond Analysis for your Project – If you have a projects in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX, UT, WA contact Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create certainty and flexibility related to your project's infrastructure financing by having Launch professionals prepare handcrafted favorable financing language for inclusion in your Annexation and/or Development Agreement. Perform The RED Analysis™ on your Project – We have developed a unique process at Launch called The RED Analysis™ in which we perform a diagnostic review of your project to determine possible ways to Reduce, Eliminate and Defer infrastructure construction costs in order to enhance project returns. Track Your Reimbursable Costs Utilizing The Launch Reimbursement System™ ("LRS") – Never lose track of your district eligible reimbursable costs and have Launch manage your district's costs reimbursement tracking, preparation of electronic reimbursement submittal packages and processing of your reimbursement requests with the district, jurisdiction and/or agency. Complimentary Offers for Land to Lots™ Listeners Complimentary Land to Lots book: https://www.launch-mpc.com/offer Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis: https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160
Hardik Raval is a North Carolina based real estate entrepreneur, developer, and investor with a growing portfolio across multifamily, residential development, senior living, and innovative housing. As Founder and CEO of AAHAN Dream, Co Founder of The Look Salon Suites, and Chief Development Officer at NOMAD Development, he leads a range of projects including a tiny home village near Raleigh, a 214 home development, and a 234 lot project in rezoning. Since joining the Warrior Program in 2024, where his first deal was an 11 unit multifamily acquisition, he has rapidly expanded his pipeline and is also involved in a 173 bed assisted living portfolio in Central Florida. A Harvard educated real estate professional and active civic leader, Hardik focuses on building high impact developments that create strong returns and meaningful community growth. Here's some of the topics we covered: From Healthcare Real Estate to Full-Blown Entrepreneur Breaking Into Multifamily and Winning in North Carolina Expansion into Salon Suites, Land Development, and Tiny Home Communities How Mentorship and the Warrior Group Accelerated His Growth How He Picks Winning Markets Why Smart Investors Are Pivoting Toward AI Now Before It's Too Late How an 11-Unit Property Turned Into a High-Performance Asset If you'd like to apply to the warrior program and do deals with other rockstars in this business: Text crush to 72345 and we'll be speaking soon. For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com
The Architect of the Market: How Jim Allen Builds the Future… Most people see a “For Sale” sign and think the story starts there. The truth? The real money and the biggest moves happen years before a foundation is even poured. Today on Real Estate Right Now, we are sitting down with the man who sees the finish line before the race even begins. Jim Allen isn't just a top-tier name at Coldwell Banker; he is a visionary in land development who understands the DNA of a successful community. If you want to know where the market is going, you have to talk to the person building it. We're stripping away the fluff to talk about the high-stakes reality of new construction. Jim will be breaking down the “hidden” side of real estate: identifying raw land with untapped potential, navigating the red tape that stops most builders in their tracks, and the precise science of timing the market. In a world where inventory is tight and “resale” feels like a compromise, Jim explains why new builds are the ultimate solution for today's savvy investors and homeowners. This interview is a rare opportunity to get inside the mind of a developer who has seen every cycle the market can throw at him. We'll discuss the “New Home Advantage”—why certain areas explode in value while others stall, and how Jim's team manages to stay steps ahead of the competition. Whether you're looking to break into development or you just want to understand the forces driving property values in our region, this conversation will change the way you look at a plot of dirt forever. Don’t settle for the headlines; get the ground-truth from a legend. Join us as we dive deep into the strategies, the risks, and the massive rewards of the development world. Jim Allen is ready to share the blueprint—all you have to do is listen. Linda Craft Team, REALTORS, their clients say that their customer service is “legendary” and the reason for that is because for more than 40 years they build and maintain personal relationships with their clients. Why? Because buying and selling of a house is a great deal more than a business transaction, it is a life altering experience. That's because we don't just live in a home, some of our most significant memories will be made in that home. The Linda Craft Team are dedicated to taking care of your memory maker as if it were their own. Whether you are about to purchase a new home, or sell your current home, start with the relationship legends. Start with Linda Craft Team, Realtors – www.LindaCraft.com
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In this episode, Beth Underhill shares her journey from fixing and flipping homes to becoming a commercial real estate investor specializing in land development and purpose-built student housing. She discusses market strategies, project challenges, and tips for aspiring investors. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
In this episode of the newly rebranded One Rental to Freedom podcast, host Chad Harris sits down with "accidental entrepreneur" Brandon Cobb. After a sudden career shift, Brandon discovered the power of real estate and has since completed over 187 transactions, specializing in land entitlement and development.Brandon breaks down his highly effective three-phase strategy for land—entitlement, development, and building—and explains why you don't always need to own the land to profit. You'll learn how to identify the right parcels, the secret to navigating city approvals by solving community pain points, and how land development can serve as a "big hit" strategy to complement your rental cash flow. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Brandon's insights on creating affordable housing and building generational wealth are not to be missed!Links Mentioned in the Episode:Mastermind and Free Course: learnlanddevelopment.comFree Ebook: hbgcapital.netInvestors: hbgcapital.net/waitlist
Brandon Cobb went from getting fired to managing $22M in land development — and breaks down exactly how he did it and what almost wiped him out.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Brandon Cobb, fund manager and land development coach at Learn Land Development, to unpack one of the most underutilized strategies in real estate investing.Brandon shares the full journey:How getting fired from medical device sales launched his entrepreneurial pathThe three phases of land development — entitlement, development, and buildingHis golden rule: don't buy land until all approvals are in place (and the seven-figure lesson he learned the hard way)Why 600+ units in the pipeline doesn't require a massive teamHow he pivoted from vertical integration to a strategic partner modelWhy raising private capital is easier than most investors thinkHow he uses custom GPTs for due diligence, zoning reviews, and contract analysisThe biohacking habits (cold plunge, no alcohol, Whoop tracking) that fuel his performanceHis free 8-hour Land Development 101 course at learnlanddevelopment.comThis episode is for:Investors looking to move beyond flipping and rentalsOperators with existing cash flow who want to scale into developmentAnyone curious how to raise private capital for land dealsEntrepreneurs tired of being bottlenecked by overhead and employees
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In this episode, real estate developer and investor Jose Berlanga shares insights from his 30-year career in residential land development, focusing on strategies for beginners, market trends, and scaling a successful real estate business. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Vært Henrik Heide Medvirkende Morten Hansen, Head of Land Development & Project Services, Innargi A/S I denne uges Transformator I årtier har vi hentet olie og gas op af undergrunden, selv om der gemmer sig en mere klimavenlig energikilde dernede. I 2500 meters dybde holder vandet konstant 75 grader, opvarmet af det glohede flydende jern i mere end 3000 kilometers dybde. Efter flere mislykkede forsøg er det lykkedes et dansk firma af tidligere oliearbejdere og geologer at få et geotermianlæg til at køre og levere varme til tusindvis af huse i Skejby. Kom med underjorden og rundt i anlægget, der snart kører ubemandet og leverer 20 procent af fjernvarmen i Aarhus.
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Q Edmonds interviews Brandon Cobb, a land development expert. Brandon shares his journey from medical device sales to real estate, discussing the challenges and lessons learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of resilience in business, especially during tough economic times, and highlights the value of community and mentorship in entrepreneurship. Brandon also introduces his Land Development Accelerator, aimed at helping others navigate the complexities of land development. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Crystal Hughes.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Crystal Hughes.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Crystal Hughes.
258: In this episode, I'm talking with Don Healy, the creator of the Site Facts Report, a tool I used myself, and was shocked at what it uncovered.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/258)If you're investing in land or planning to build, you should understand what this report is and what it can reveal. For $500, it can save you tens of thousands, and even help you avoid some deals you'd otherwise regret.We break down who should use this report, when to order it, and how it fits into your land-buying strategy. Whether you're flipping, building, or just holding land, this is a critical step most investors overlook.
The Big Picture Blueprint: Navigating Land, Real Estate, and Business Success
In this episode, Dan and Mason get real about what rural land development actually looks like when you're doing it right now, not just talking about the upside. They share the problems showing up inside live deals, and why “one small detail” in due diligence can wipe out an otherwise perfect project.They walk through the big repeat offenders, access and roads. State highways, driveway permits, line of sight, drainage dips, and county rules can turn a great parcel into a dead deal fast. They also call out the stuff you only catch in person, easements that don't match the actual road, neighbors who block or fight access, and why walking the property is still one of the highest ROI moves you can make.From there, they zoom out to the decisions that separate a clean project from a painful one. Lot count versus road cost, what buyers in that area actually want, and how demand shifts when you offer terms instead of relying on cash comps. They share simple ways to sanity-check demand, leaning on local experts, test marketing during due diligence, and even pulling county buyer data to see where the real buyers come from.They wrap with the other deal-killers they keep on a checklist, water reality versus “water rights hype,” electric that looks usable but isn't, soils and septic limits, and title issues like conservation easements and leases. The takeaway is clear: rural development isn't hard because it's complicated, it's hard because it punishes assumptions.Tune in if you want the honest version of land development, the one where the win goes to whoever verifies first.===Key Topics:-Rural land planning for exempt subdivisions-Road frontage, highway access permits, and driveway feasibility-Easements that don't match the real-world access and neighbor conflicts-Buyer demand, lot size strategy, and selling with terms financing-Due diligence deal killers like water, electric, soils, title restrictions, and conservation easements===If you're selling land and still relying on Facebook messages, you're making it harder than it needs to be. Acrefy helps land investors create clean, professional dispo websites where buyers can see everything in one place. It saves time, looks legit, and helps you close faster.
Land development delays present significant challenges in civil engineering projects that require focused strategies to overcome. This episode highlights effective communication, proactive permitting approaches, and stakeholder coordination to accelerate timelines. Listeners will gain insights into minimizing slowdowns and delivering projects efficiently. The post Preventing Land Development Delays – Ep 307 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.
Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationIn this episode of the Mailbox Money Show, Bronson uncovers the high-reward world of land development with Brandon Cobb. They break down the two-phase process: land entitlement (securing approvals for forced appreciation) and horizontal development (infrastructure like roads and utilities for ready-to-build lots). Brandon reveals how to mitigate risks via pre-sold contracts with national builders (e.g., Lennar, D.R. Horton), structure deals with 18% preferred returns and 65% LTC debt, and capitalize on current market freezes. From Tennessee's cyclical opportunities to biohacking for peak performance (cold plunges, green smoothies, sleep optimization), discover why development offers multiple exits and legacy-building potential—perfect for diversifying beyond multifamily amid rising rates.Brandon Cobb is the CEO of HBG Capital, a real estate development and investment firm specializing in single-family residential projects. With a background in homebuilding, he now focuses on land entitlement and horizontal development, creating shovel-ready lots for major builders.00:42 - Guest Intro: Brandon Cobb01:41 - Real Estate Cycles: Sector Shifts for Optimal Returns02:29 - Phase 1: Land Entitlement for Forced Appreciation03:11 - Phase 2: Horizontal Development (Roads & Utilities)03:36 - Niche: Single-Family Lots for Builders Like Lennar04:54 - Current Focus: Pre-Sold Entitlements in Slow Markets05:38 - Structure: 18% Pref Return, 100% Equity Plays07:16 - Risk Mitigation: Builder Deposits & Double Closes09:04 - Financing: 65% LTC Debt, Builder Funds as Equity10:45 - Land Banking: Hold for Surrounding Development Gains14:26 - Timelines: 15 Months Entitlement, 1-Year Development15:36 - Market Evolution: Post-2022 Freeze to Builder Opportunities19:57 - Advantages: 3 Exits, Low Saturation in Development21:10 - Biohacking: Wealth for Full Life Enjoyment21:33 - Green Smoothies: Organic Daily Digestion Boost22:48 - Cold Plunge: Fog Buster & Recovery Enhancer24:37 - Sleep Optimization: Whoop Tracking for Foundation27:12 - Blood Tests + ChatGPT: Personalized Performance Tweaks29:36 - ResourcesCONNECT WITH THE GUESTLand Development 101: learnlanddevelopment.comJoin the Waitlist: hbgcapital.net/waitlistWebsite and E-book: hbgcapital.net#LandDevelopment#RealEstateEntitlement#HorizontalConstruction#Biohacking#ForcedAppreciation#InvestorRiskMitigation#SleepOptimization
Brandon Cobb is a former medical device sales pro turned land developer who scaled from flipping 30–40 houses a year into building and developing entire communities, primarily around Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, Brandon pulls back the curtain on what really makes land development work (and what can destroy you), including the entitlement process, dealing with cities, structuring deals with national builders, and how he obsessively builds downside protection into every project. What you'll learn about in this episode How Brandon went from getting fired from his "dream job" to becoming a full-time real estate entrepreneur The million-dollar mistake Brandon made in land development and the "golden rule" that would've prevented it Why you should never buy land before approvals are in place (and the one exception where it can make sense) A real example of a $1.4M win: getting approvals first, installing infrastructure, and selling developed lots to a national builder Why timelines vary wildly by county and why you should plan for delays (Murphy always shows up) The role of attorneys, engineers, and a reliable development team and how referrals create "continuity" that speeds approvals How to determine the best use of land before you start analyzing a deal The due diligence checklist difference between houses vs. raw land (and why exit strategies matter more on land) Current ballpark development costs per lot (excluding land cost), and what makes costs jump fast (rock, topography, dirt, trees) What "entry-level housing" looks like in today's market and why demand is so strong (affordable monthly payment target) Why Brandon prefers selling to national home builders (capital strength, volume pricing, speed, and predictability) How builder deposits can fund development and reduce interest costs—plus how Brandon targets downside protection in his numbers The concept of "force appreciation" in three phases: entitlement, horizontal development, and building/renting as a backstop Why Ron says: avoid personally guaranteeing debt and stay out of banks whenever possible Resources RonLeGrand.com — Additional training, tools, and information. Get Ron's $599 Wholesaling course for FREE when you join his Gold Club for ONLY $99 a month! –www.TheMentorPodcast.com/GC183 https://LearnLandDevelopment.com https://hbgcapital.net/waitlist https://RonLeGrand.com/Plan to complete your planning session application online https://RonLeGrand.com/Brandon
In this episode of the Finding Discounted Property Podcast, host Michael Pinter sits down with Brandon Cobb, founder of HPG Capital, to break down how raw land can be transformed into highly profitable development deals.Brandon shares his unexpected journey from being fired from his dream job in medical device sales to discovering real estate, flipping houses, and ultimately building seven-figure land development deals. He explains why land development became his focus, how he works with national builders like Lennar and D.R. Horton, and what investors need to know about zoning, approvals, density, and infrastructure.You'll learn:How Brandon identifies land that builders actually want to buyWhy zoning and density matter more than acreageHow to work with city planners instead of fighting themHow builders can help cover development soft costsWhy you should never buy land before approvals are in placeThe key differences between developing land in growth-friendly markets vs. restrictive states like New York and CaliforniaWhether you're an experienced real estate investor or just curious about land development, this episode offers a clear, honest look at how value is created long before construction ever begins.Brandon also shares free educational resources and explains how investors can learn more about land development through LearnLandDevelopment.com.Brandon Cobb - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hbgcapital/Hope You enjoy it I offer other products thanks for listening
*Previously aired episode* Pascal Wagner interviews Brandon Cobb, a seasoned land developer and founder of HBG Capital. Brandon breaks down the highly misunderstood world of land development, revealing how value is created before a single house is built. He shares how his team entitles land and leverages national homebuilder partnerships to generate strong returns with mitigated risk. Brandon walks through real-world case studies, outlines the key due diligence steps LPs should take, and explains why the demand for affordable “little-a” housing remains strong despite market volatility. Brandon Cobb Current role: Managing Partner at HBG Capital Based in: Nashville, Tennessee Say hi to them at: https://hbgcapital.net or learnlanddevelopment.com Join us at Best Ever Conference 2026! Find more info at: https://www.besteverconference.com/ Join the Best Ever Community The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria. Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at www.bestevercommunity.com Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brandon Cobb is based in Nashville, Tennessee where he specializes in land development. On today's show we are talking about navigating the curveballs that municipalities throw our way. To connect with Brandon and to learn more visit https://www.hbgcapital.net/, or if you want to learn more about land development, visit https://learnlanddevelopment.com/---------------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1) iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613) Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com) LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce) YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734) Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso) Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com) **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com) Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital) Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)
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In this conversation, Tom White shares his journey in real estate development, emphasizing the importance of community relationships, personal growth, and resilience in entrepreneurship. He discusses the challenges faced in the housing market, the significance of health and mindset, and how money can be a tool for positive community impact. Tom reflects on his aspirations for the future and the legacy he wishes to leave behind. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Michelle Kesil interviews Eugene Gershman, a development management expert. Eugene discusses how he helps property owners develop their land into profitable ventures, emphasizing the importance of understanding zoning laws, conducting feasibility studies, and managing risks. He shares insights on client engagement, the role of technology in streamlining processes, and the investment opportunities available in real estate development. Eugene also highlights the significance of building a qualified team and maintaining open communication with clients throughout the development process. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Land development is a part of real estate that few understand… but those who do have an edge. In this episode of the Sub2 Deals Show, we sit down with Brandon Cobb, founder of Land Development Accelerator, who went from getting fired from his dream job… to managing over $22 million a year in land development projects. He shares the real behind-the-scenes of modern land investing, including his biggest loss, his biggest win, and what most new developers get dangerously wrong.
With the agency awarded an additional €2.5 billion in the budget, we first hear from John Coleman, CEO of the LDA, and then the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Jack Chambers.
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In this conversation, Pete Alford, a partner at Waterloo Associates, discusses the innovative approach of structured land financing in real estate investment. He explains how this strategy mitigates risks associated with traditional land banking, the efficiency it brings to home builders, and the investor experience with monthly returns. Alford also shares insights on networking strategies for growth and future plans for fund development, emphasizing the importance of building relationships in the investment space. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Crystal Hughes.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Crystal Hughes.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Crystal Hughes.
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, Billy Thomas shares his inspiring journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful real estate developer. He discusses the importance of setting goals, networking, and adapting to market changes, particularly in the mobile home park sector. Billy also explores new opportunities in commercial development and emphasizes the significance of perseverance and taking action in achieving one's dreams. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Alec McElhhiny shares how he scaled from house hacking a duplex to developing high-profit flex spaces through LandPlay.com and creative land deals.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Alec McElhhiny, founder of LandPlay.com, to discuss how he went from an actuary crunching numbers to a real estate developer building niche flex space projects across Texas.Alec breaks down the math behind wealth-building through real estate, why flex space is booming, and how to find undervalued land that performs in any market. He also explains the “riches in the niches” principle and why picking one strategy and executing it better than anyone else is the fastest path to seven-figure success.Here's what you'll learn in this conversation:How Alec bought his first duplex with an FHA loan & scaled fastWhy flex space is outperforming multifamily in 2025The difference between industrial flex and retail flex propertiesWhy adding A/C or outdoor storage can add $2–3 per sq ft in rentHow to find land under market value (and flip or develop it safely)Building vertically integrated systems for higher marginsThe benefits of blue-collar tenants and long-term cash flowMarket trends in Austin, San Antonio, and the I-35 growth corridorHow to raise private capital without institutional partnersWhy doing the opposite of the headlines often creates the best returnsThe “do it now” rule that saves time and multiplies productivity
Jim Paul, Director of the ALPS Group, has over 2 decades of experience in land development and receivership. Jim jumps right in by discussing an early 21-acre land development deal and the hurdles he dealt with there! He breaks down his Tuscan Hills and Canterbury Lakes projects - residential developments in Will County, IL. Jim explains how to get creative with land development design and how to finance these projects. Throughout the episode, Jim repeats the importance of due diligence to mitigate risks and protect yourself and your investors! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Properties for Sale on the North Side? We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Jim Paul, ALPS Group | Call Jim: (815) 469-3800 | Email Jim: jmp@TheALPSGroup.com Link: Lee Iacocca Autobiography Link: Building Industry Association Chicago Guest Questions: 02:21 Housing Provider Tip - Considering replacing older appliances instead of spending on repairs! 03:25 Intro to our guest, Jim Paul! 05:40 Developing a 21-acre property with limited experience! 14:28 How to source land deals. 24:27 Getting creative with land development! 29:02 Financing land development. 34:03 Lessons learned from 20 years of experience. 35:45 The ins and outs of receivership. 52:22 Jim's plan for the next 5 years! 55:31 What is your competitive advantage? 57:25 One piece of advice for new investors. 58:41 What do you do for fun? 59:00 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend? 60:50 Local Network Recommendation? 62:07 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2025.
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In this conversation, Gashar Dixon emphasizes the importance of specific knowledge in real estate markets, highlighting how understanding local metrics and value propositions can lead to successful investment strategies. He discusses the necessity of aligning personal goals with market conditions to maximize profitability. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, Adam is joined by Brandon Cobb of HBG Capital. They discuss his journey from flipping houses to land development, how his team creates value through entitlements, and the strategies that have transformed his capital raising process. Tune in to hear Brandon's insights on scaling, investor relationships, and building sustainable success in real estate. Resources mentioned in the episode: Brandon Cobb Website LinkedIn Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Q Edmonds interviews Robert Howell, a passionate advocate for affordable housing. Robert shares his journey into real estate, starting with his first investment in Memphis, Tennessee, and his transition to full-time real estate during the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses the importance of building a strong team, having effective systems in place, and the challenges he has faced along the way. Robert emphasizes the significance of finding one's purpose and why in the real estate business, and he shares his future goals of expanding into larger developments. The conversation highlights the importance of showing up, taking action, and helping others in the community. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
237: In this episode, I'm talking with Brandon Cobb, CEO of HBG Capital.(Show Notes: REtipster.com/237)Brandon's journey from medical device sales to managing $22M+ per year in land development is packed with lessons, wins, and million-dollar mistakes. We break down his exact process for finding development sites, getting properties entitled, raising capital, and selling to national home builders, even without taking ownership of the land!We also talk about:How he lost $1M on a dealHis biggest lessons from vetting civil engineersWhy entitlement deals can be more profitable than flippingHow to start this process without taking huge risksIf you're looking for next-level land investing strategies, this episode is packed with gold!
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In this conversation, Hani Levy shares her journey into real estate, detailing the challenges she faced while starting H & M Housing and Land Development. She discusses her initial investments, the difficulties of navigating the land purchase process, and the lessons learned from a landlocked property that nearly derailed her business. Hani emphasizes the importance of due diligence, the need for proper legal guidance, and the resilience required to overcome adversity in the real estate industry. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Jeff Shafer, CEO of CommonGood Capital, chats with Andrey Bolokhovskiy, founder and CEO of Provision Group, a Land Development and Real Estate Holding Co out of Vancouver, Washington. The two discuss Andrey's tumultuous battle with drug addiction in his teens and early 20s, his rediscovery of faith, how incremental change and accountability transformed his life, […]
Jeff Shafer, CEO of CommonGood Capital, chats with Andrey Bolokhovskiy, founder and CEO of Provision Group, a Land Development and Real Estate Holding Co out of Vancouver, Washington. The two discuss Andrey's tumultuous battle with drug addiction in his teens and early 20s, his rediscovery of faith, how incremental change and accountability transformed his life, […]
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Investor Fuel Podcast, host Michelle Kesil speaks with Bruce Elia Jr., a prominent figure in real estate and land development. Bruce shares insights into his business model, focusing on brokering and land development, and discusses the pressing issue of housing shortages in the U.S. He emphasizes the importance of community building and creating neighborhoods that foster connections among residents. Bruce also explains his approach to finding and developing land, targeting both homeowners and investors, and highlights the significance of networking and education in the real estate industry. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
How do you launch a real estate fund and scale it to $150M in land development projects? In this episode, Vas Persaud, CEO of Avatar Vision Fund, shares his journey from a 20-year career as a civil engineer working on over $3B in projects to becoming a fund manager tackling America's housing affordability crisis. Vas breaks down how he leverages his engineering background to derisk projects, streamline entitlements, and create affordable, workforce housing through Karma Development Group and Eco Vision Homes. From fund structuring to innovative construction technologies, this conversation is packed with insights for investors and entrepreneurs looking to navigate development while making a real impact 5 Key Takeaways to learn from this episodeFrom Engineer to Fund Manager – Vas explains how his civil engineering expertise in permitting and land planning created a natural bridge into development and fund management Addressing Housing Affordability – His mission-driven approach centers on building workforce housing for middle-income earners like teachers, police officers, and nurses Customizable Fund Structure – Instead of a traditional blind pool, Vas designed a flexible fund model that allows investors to customize their investments and diversify across asset classes Technology in Construction – From modular builds to 3D printing, Vas highlights evolving construction methods and explains why panelized, site-assembled systems may scale fastest Derisking Through Entitlements – By structuring deals to only close on land after securing permits, Vas creates built-in investor protections while still capturing significant upside About Tim MaiTim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares. He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.Connect with TimWebsite: Capital Raising PartyFacebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation Instagram: @timmaicomTwitter: @timmaiLinkedIn: Tim MaiYouTube: Tim Mai
Today's Flash Back Friday episode is from #663 that originally aired on Oct. 30, 2023. After 15 years as a collegiate basketball coach, Ben Julius became the founder and CEO of Lionheart Development, a development group based in Toronto, Ontario. Ben's Business began with flipping houses, short term rentals, and multi-family homes. However, over the last 3-years the business has evolved into a strategic land development firm focusing on ground up multi-family and condo development. Quote: “Good deals aren't found, they're made.” Highlights: 17:10: Ben talks about how his team combating the current housing market in Canada 23:30: Housing then vs now - what his team is doing to provide opportunities for home ownership right out of college 26:05: Talking about the capital market, lending, etc in Canada Connect with Ben: www.lionheartdevelopment.co Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team. Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com. Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, host Pedro Pereira interviews Andrew Carlton, a seasoned expert in real estate, construction, and land development. Andrew discusses his innovative approach to funding solutions for borrowers, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships and a capable team. He shares insights on navigating challenges in the real estate market and outlines his vision for future growth, including customizable funding options. The conversation highlights the significance of collaboration and knowledge in achieving success in the industry. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Small business is booming—and so is demand for the right kind of space. In this episode, Jack sits down with Logan Freeman, a Kansas City commercial real estate pro who's closed over $350M in deals, to talk about the rise of flex industrial properties, why land entitlement is a hidden goldmine, and how the 18-year real estate cycle could shape your next move. They dive into spotting opportunities before the market shifts, creative deal structures, and even how AI is changing the game for investors.
On this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Brandon Cobb, a seasoned land developer and founder of HBG Capital. Brandon breaks down the highly misunderstood world of land development, revealing how value is created before a single house is built. He shares how his team entitles land and leverages national homebuilder partnerships to generate strong returns with mitigated risk. Brandon walks through real-world case studies, outlines the key due diligence steps LPs should take, and explains why the demand for affordable “little-a” housing remains strong despite market volatility. Brandon Cobb Current role: Managing Partner at HBG Capital Based in: Nashville, Tennessee Say hi to them at: https://hbgcapital.net or learnlanddevelopment.com Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at https://www.stamps.com/cre. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria. Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at www.bestevercommunity.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices