Masters In Real Estate

Summary In this conversation, Jeff Jackson shares his journey from custom home building to leading a production home building company. He discusses the challenges faced during the 2008 housing crisis, the importance of partnerships for growth, and the strategies employed for land banking and financial management. Jackson emphasizes the need for long-term planning and adaptability in the current market, while also addressing the competition with larger builders and the future of home building, particularly in terms of affordability and public perception. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Impact Fees and Permits 00:14 Transitioning from Custom to Production Home Building 03:21 The Importance of Craftsmanship in Home Building 06:15 Scaling the Business: From Custom Homes to Larger Projects 09:19 Partnerships and Capital: The Role of Blue Diamond Capital 12:14 Land Banking Strategies and Market Adaptation 15:11 Entitlement Processes and City Relations 18:20 Long-Term Planning and Inventory Management 21:08 Market Competition and Pricing Strategies 24:02 Exploring Build-for-Rent Opportunities 28:30 Navigating Institutional Investor Relationships 32:35 Evaluating Home Builder Valuation 36:23 Land Banking Strategies and Risks 38:24 Collaboration with Builders for Better Outcomes 44:17 The Role of Land Banks in Development 46:06 Competing as a Small Builder 52:22 Differentiating in a Competitive Market 56:51 Future of Home Building and Affordability 59:36 Public Perception and Zoning Challenges

Today I'm joined by my pal Jacob Sojka at Origin Investments- he is on a quest to buy something in Salt Lake City, someone needs to help him!

In the studio today with the legendary Kip Paul, learning lessons from his experience of selling billions of investment real estate since 1984, starting a gas station empire, investing as a broker, and war stories from over the years.

Summary In this episode, I interview the sweatiest guy I know, Nick Huber, who shares his entrepreneurial journey from starting a moving company to building a successful self-storage business and exploring industrial real estate. We discuss the importance of social media in networking, the strategies behind choosing self-storage as a focus, and the challenges of managing a global team. Nick emphasizes the significance of delegation, training, and leveraging personal brands for business growth. He also introduces his new book, 'The Sweaty Startup,' which aims to redefine entrepreneurship by highlighting practical, sweat-equity businesses. Storage Squad acquisition press release: https://www.zippyshell.com/blog/storage-squad Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest Background 03:05 Nick's Journey in Real Estate and Business Ventures 05:57 Self Storage Focus and Market Insights 09:14 Team Structure and Delegation Strategies 11:47 Navigating Private Equity and Business Operations 15:10 The Role of Media in Business Growth 18:13 Entrepreneurship and the Sweaty Startup Philosophy 20:57 Future Plans and Business Focus 24:02 The Sweaty Startup Book and Its Purpose 27:01 Closing Thoughts and Final Insights https://www.amazon.com/dp/1529936039/?bestFormat=true&k=the%20sweaty%20startup&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k1_1_8&crid=54W49SK40J5Y&sprefix=the%20swea

Summary In this conversation, Evan shares his journey into affordable housing development, detailing how he transitioned from a pre-med student to a successful developer. He discusses the founding of Holladay Ventures, the challenges and strategies involved in navigating the LIHTC process, and the importance of partnerships with nonprofits. Evan emphasizes the need for creative deal structures and the significance of community impact in his projects. He also highlights his collaboration with Amazon and offers insights into funding and site selection for affordable housing projects. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Affordable Housing Development 04:32 Evan's Journey into Real Estate 09:31 Building the First Affordable Housing Project 14:27 Navigating the LIHTC Process 19:24 Master Planning and Community Development 21:32 Mission-Driven Development: Balancing Profit and Purpose 22:33 Funding Pre-Development: Strategies and Risks 26:19 Navigating the LIHTC Application Process 28:16 Learning from Experience: The Importance of Mentorship 30:00 Securing Tax Credits: The Role of Grants and Partnerships 33:27 Understanding Cash Flow in Affordable Housing 34:15 Long-Term Affordability: Strategies Beyond 15 Years 36:00 Future Expansion: Exploring New Markets 36:47 Partnering with Amazon: A Unique Collaboration 43:16 Small Scale Affordable Housing: Lessons and Recommendations