The Land Development Podcast with Ryan Glick
The Land Development Podcast, hosted by Ryan Glick, explores land development through candid conversations with developers and other professionals. Ryan draws on his background in technology and experience working with land developers to highlight guests' unique perspectives. Each episode shares personal stories and behind-the-scenes details of projects that shape communities. The show is for professionals, newcomers, and anyone curious about how land development affects the world.
Episodes
Why Good Employees Leave Land Development Companies with Allison Williams - TLP195
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Why do good employees leave good companies? Executive coach and leadership advisor Allison Williams joins Ryan Glick to discuss employee retention, hiring decisions, leadership development, and succession planning in the homebuilding and land development industries.All links and resources mentioned during this episode can be found on the show not
What Developers Should Know About Housing Policy with Nick Erickson - TLP194
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Nick Erickson joins Ryan Glick to discuss the housing shortage, land use and zoning reform, permitting, and the role local, state, and federal governments play in housing development. They also discuss why housing has become a major political issue and what developers should understand about the policy process.All links and resources mentioned du
Industry News: Secretary Turner Talks Housing Innovation, Cities Rethink Parking, and Democrats vs. Republicans on Housing - TLP193
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan Glick and Charles Covey start with mortgage rates moving back above 7% and what the latest numbers look like across different housing markets. They also discuss Secretary Scott Turner’s comments from the Innovative Housing Showcase and whether new approaches to manufactured housing could help lower costs.Next, they talk about cities eliminat
How Special Districts Make Development Work with Mustafa Abdul-Jabbar - TLP192
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Mustafa Abdul-Jabbar joins Ryan to explain how Texas special districts and public-private partnerships help finance infrastructure and support land development. They discuss MUDs, development costs, housing affordability, risk, and what other markets can learn from the Texas model.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how
What Lenders Look for in Land Deals with John Friedrich - TLP191
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.John Friedrich joins Ryan to discuss financing land development projects, what lenders look for in a deal, and where projects can run into trouble between acquisition and finished lot delivery.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/what-lenders-look-for-in-land-deals-with-john-friedrich-tlp191Listen on your favorite platfo
Industry News: Fed Raises Rates, States Bet on Factory-Built Housing, and Florida Speeds Up Permits - TLP190
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles Covey discuss the Fed's latest rate increase and what it could mean for housing, state efforts to expand factory-built housing, and new permit deadlines designed to speed up development.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news
The Opportunity in Manufactured Housing with Andrew Cramer - TLP189
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Andrew Cramer, principal at Bridgeview Asset Management, joins Ryan to discuss manufactured home communities, from acquiring and expanding existing parks to creating more attainable paths to homeownership. They also cover development challenges, working with municipalities, due diligence, and opportunities for land developers in manufactured hous
Avoiding Costly Legal Mistakes in Real Estate Development with Niv V. Davidovich - TLP188
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with real estate attorney Niv V. Davidovich to discuss the legal challenges developers and property owners face, especially in Southern California. Niv explains why legal counsel should be involved from day zero, how local regulations can change a project, and why developers need to make decisions based on the numbers rather than e
Industry News: Home Prices Split, Robots or People to Fill the Labor Gap, and Tariffs Continue to Squeeze Builders - TLP187
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Construction needs hundreds of thousands of new workers, but will people or robots fill the gap? Ryan and Charles also look at where home prices are heading, how tariffs are raising costs for builders, and why those tariffs are becoming increasingly unpopular ahead of the midterm elections.All links to the articles discussed during this episode c
How Water Rights Can Make or Break a Development with Sean Flanagan - TLP186
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Water can make or break a land development deal, especially in Colorado and the Mountain West. Ryan sits down with water resource broker Sean Flanagan to break down water rights, due diligence, water availability, and what developers should understand before buying land.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-water-righ
What Investors Look for Before Funding a Real Estate Deal with Mark Khuri - TLP185
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Mark Khuri, co-founder and CEO of SMK Capital Management, to break down what experienced investors look for before putting money into a real estate deal. Mark shares the red flags that can kill a deal, how developers can build investor trust, and lessons from reviewing hundreds of investment opportunities each year.Show notes
Industry News: Office Conversions Quadruple, $130B in Data Centers Stalled, and Mass Timber Goes Mainstream - TLP184
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles discuss the growth of office-to-apartment conversions, the local opposition putting billions of dollars in data center projects at risk, and the rise of mass timber construction. They dig into what each trend means for developers, communities, and future projects.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be foun
Building a 12,000-Home Master Plan with Lee Farris - TLP183
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Lee Farris, President and CEO of The Landwell Company, shares how his civil engineering experience prepared him for a career in land development and his work on the 2,200-acre Cadence master-planned community. He talks about building strong relationships, keeping housing attainable, maintaining standards over a long project, and creating communit
Why Environmental Due Diligence Matters with Danielle Vail & Sarah Johnson - TLP182
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Environmental project managers Danielle Vail and Sarah Johnson from Kimley-Horn join Ryan to discuss why environmental due diligence should begin before land is purchased. They discuss wetlands, protected species, permitting timelines, and how developers can avoid costly delays.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-en
Industry News: Lumber Tariffs Stay High, New Home Sales Slow, and Big Builders Tighten Their Grip - TLP181
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles discuss the delayed lumber tariff relief, the latest new home sales data from Zonda, and why the nation's largest builders continue gaining market share. They also talk about affordability, builder incentives, and what these trends could mean for the future of homebuilding.All links to the articles discussed during this epis
How Cities and Counties Make Homes Unaffordable with Jay Knight - TLP180
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Jay Knight, author of “Zoned Out: How Cities and Counties Make Homes Unaffordable,” to discuss why housing has become harder to afford and how zoning, regulations, and permitting delays impact the cost of homes. Jay shares what communities can do to create more housing options for the people who live and work there.Show notes
The Future of Manufactured Housing with Kevin Day - TLP179
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Affordable housing expert Kevin Day joins Ryan to discuss why manufactured housing deserves a second look. They cover the challenges of today's housing market, zoning barriers, financing tools, and how modern manufactured home communities could help create more attainable homeownership.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/p
Industry News: Land Banking Hits 41%, Apartment Starts Surge, and States Push Housing Reform - TLP178
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles dig into three industry stories: the growing use of land banking, the latest housing starts data from the U.S. Census Bureau, and recent housing reform wins that could help speed up development across several states.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.
How USDA Rural Development Loans Work with Jordan Blanchard - TLP177
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Many developers think USDA financing is only for farms and ranches. Jordan Blanchard explains how USDA Rural Development loan programs can help finance hotels, industrial projects, mixed-use developments, and other commercial projects in qualifying rural communities.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-usda-rural-dev
Why Great Neighborhoods Don't Happen by Accident with Colby Cox - TLP176
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Colby Cox shares how Convergence Communities approaches master planned developments by focusing on connection, thoughtful design, and long-term value. He also explains the challenges facing housing affordability and the ideas his team is testing to make homeownership more accessible.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/w
Industry News: Housing Bill Becomes Law, Why Buying Costs $12K More Than Renting, and Developers Transform Former Military Land - TLP175
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles dig into four land development and housing topics, including a new federal housing bill, housing inventory trends, the growing cost gap between renting and buying, and a major redevelopment of a former military base.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.
Pre-Construction Lessons Every Developer Should Know with Charles Tofferi - TLP174
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Charles Tofferi joins Ryan to discuss why developers should involve contractors earlier, how better communication leads to better projects, and what separates great contractor relationships from costly ones. He also shares lessons from the field and practical advice for successful site development.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcas
The Role of a Land Use Attorney in Development with Kelley Morris Salvatore - TLP173
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Land use attorney and DarrowEverett partner Kelley Morris Salvatore joins Ryan to discuss how developers can work more effectively with municipalities, avoid common approval mistakes, and navigate today's housing development challenges. She shares lessons from nearly 30 years in land use law, along with insights gained from working on both t
Industry News: Multifamily Pullback, Builders Cut Prices, and What's Next for Rates? - TLP172
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles break down the latest U.S. Census housing report, falling builder confidence, and what Kevin Warsh's first Federal Reserve meeting signals for interest rates and the housing market moving forward.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/ind
Why Community Matters More Than the House with Dan Grosswald - TLP171
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Dan Grosswald, Division President of Southeast Florida at Mattamy Homes, joins Ryan to discuss what it takes to build successful master-planned communities. From walkable neighborhoods and community activation to leadership, planning, and long-term vision, Dan shares lessons learned from decades in homebuilding and development.Show notes for this
Eminent Domain Explained for Developers with Jerry Pesick - TLP170
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jerry Pesick joins the podcast to break down eminent domain, property tax appeals, and how developers can protect themselves when government projects affect their property. He shares lessons from more than 40 years of valuation litigation and explains what property owners should do before accepting an offer.Show notes for this episode:https://lan
Industry News: Berkshire Bets Big on Homebuilding, Single-Family Growth Moves Outward, and Nashville Leads a Buyer-Friendly Market - TLP169
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles break down Berkshire Hathaway’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Taylor Morrison, discuss new construction trends across the country, and review the latest housing market data showing buyers gaining leverage in many major metros.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdev
Leadership Lessons from 22 Years in Construction with Natalie Jelavich - TLP168
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Natalie Jelavich, Executive Vice President at Marques General Engineering, joins the podcast to discuss leadership, company growth, building strong teams, and the lessons she's learned over 22 years in construction.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/leadership-lessons-from-22-years-in-construction-natalie-jelavich
Lessons from Norway and Texas Real Estate Development with Alek Pedersen - TLP167
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Alek Pedersen shares his path from studying design in Italy and working on development projects across Scandinavia to leading industrial development efforts in Texas. He discusses zoning, entitlements, city incentives, and what developers can learn from different approaches to land use around the world.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevp
Industry News: Road to Housing Bill Moves Forward, Wells Fargo Backs 3D Printed Homes, and Immigration's Impact on Construction Labor - TLP166
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles Covey dig into the Road to Housing Act, discuss Wells Fargo's new mortgage incentives for 3D printed homes, and discuss how immigration enforcement continues to affect the construction workforce. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/ind
The Long Game in Real Estate Development with Nathan Cox - TLP165
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Nathan Cox shares how his time in the Marines influenced the way he leads and grows 68 Ventures. Ryan and Nathan talk about leadership, scaling a development company, building trust, and why forcing a bad real estate deal can cost you years.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-long-game-in-real-estate-development-wit
Why Higher Density Housing Matters with Victoria Fitch - TLP164
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Victoria Fitch joins Ryan to talk about the future of housing, land acquisition, and why smaller, denser communities are becoming the new normal. They also discuss consumer behavior and how developers can stay competitive in today’s market.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-higher-density-housing-matters-with-victo
Industry News: Trump Comments Stir Debate, AI Homes Raise Questions, and Builders Keep Consolidating - TLP163
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Would you let a tech company put a mini data center on your home? And did Trump’s comments completely miss what Americans are dealing with financially? Ryan and Charles get into that, the latest housing numbers, and more in this industry news episode.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https
What It Takes to Grow a Production Homebuilding Company with Doug French - TLP162
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Doug French, CEO of Stylecraft Builders, joins Ryan to talk about growing a family homebuilding business into a top 60 homebuilder in the United States. They discuss attainable housing, leadership, development strategy, and what it takes to scale a company while building a strong team.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast
From Amenities to Experiences How to Design Better Communities with Monaca Onstad - TLP161
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Monaca Onstad to talk about what actually makes a community feel like home. Monaca shares how she got into placemaking and what she’s learned working with developers across the country. They get into simple ways to bring people together, even in smaller communities or with tighter budgets. A big takeaway is why the overall fee
Industry News: Energy Rule Reversed, Fed Split on Rates, and White House Ballroom Mystery - TLP160
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles talk through a big energy code change, where interest rates are headed, and what builders are seeing in the latest housing data. They also dig into the buzz around the White House ballroom project.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industr
How Master Planned Communities Adapt Over Time with Nick Arenson - TLP159
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Nick Arenson joins the show to talk through how large master planned communities are built and how they evolve over time. He shares insights on managing risk, planning infrastructure, and balancing lot sales with homebuilding. The conversation also covers how market shifts and capital impact development decisions. It’s a practical look at what it
Building Culture While Scaling a Company with Russ Seamon - TLP158
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Russ Seamon, president of SeamonWhiteside, to talk about his career in land development and his approach to leadership. They discuss how the company has grown over time, why culture matters, and what it takes to build strong teams. Russ also shares his thoughts on communication, working with developers, and setting projects up
Industry News: Rising Inflation from Iran Conflict, AI in Homebuying, and Red vs Blue Tax Divide - TLP157
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles break down how global conflict, AI trends, and state tax policies are impacting the land development industry. They share what these shifts mean for deals, developers, and the market as a whole.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-n
The Strong Towns Approach to Smart Growth with Chuck Marohn - TLP156
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Chuck Marohn joins the show to break down the Strong Towns approach to growth, explaining why many cities struggle financially and how better decisions around infrastructure, housing, and development can lead to stronger communities.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/strong-towns-approach-smart-growth-chuck-marohn-tlp1
Lessons from Public and Private Sector Development with Lara Diettrich - TLP155
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Lara Diettrich joins the show to talk about her path into planning, what developers often get wrong, and how to approach projects the right way from day one. She shares her lessons from working across public, private, and military projects.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/lessons-public-private-sector-development-lar
Industry News: Boomers Hold the Homes, Fuel Prices Jump, and Iran Conflict Uncertainty - TLP154
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.This week, Ryan and Charles break down a growing housing mismatch, rising gas prices, and how global conflict could impact the market. They share what these trends mean for developers and what to watch in the months ahead.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast
Why Land Deals Are Harder Than They Look with Eric Bakey - TLP153
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Eric Bakey joins the show to talk about getting started in land development and what it takes to move a deal all the way through. We cover his first major project, working with cities, and dealing with community pushback.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-land-deals-are-harder-than-they-look-eric-bakey-tlp153We rec
How Developers Use Opportunity Zones with Ashley Tison - TLP152
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Ashley Tison, founder of OZ Pros, to discuss how Opportunity Zones can be used by developers to improve returns and reduce tax burden. Ashley explains how these deals work, what types of development projects qualify, and how developers can structure them the right way from the start.They also cover common mistakes developers m
Industry News: Housing Bill Reality Check, Where HUD Money Goes, and Why Buyers Are Waiting - TLP151
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles discuss the latest housing bill, where government housing money is actually going, and why younger buyers are waiting longer to purchase homes. They also cover how debt and interest rates are impacting today’s market.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast
Why Archaeology Matters in Land Development with Jason Chambers - TLP150
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Archaeologist Jason Chambers joins Ryan to explain how archaeology fits into land development projects. They talk about what happens when artifacts or human remains are discovered, how developers can plan ahead, and why understanding cultural resources matters.We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside
What It Takes to Plan a Successful Development with Phil Stuepfert - TLP149
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Phil Stuepfert, Principal and Vice President at HR Green, to talk about the process behind land planning and entitlements. Phil shares lessons from nearly 30 years in the industry, including how to work with cities, neighbors, and developers to move projects forward.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/what-it-t
Industry News: 2026 Housing Forecast, Migration Into Florida, and Global Conflict Impact on Construction - TLP148
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles discuss Zillow’s spring housing outlook, migration trends across South Florida, and how rising oil prices tied to conflict in Iran could affect builders. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-2026-housing-forecast-migration-into
The Power of Story in Land Development with Peter Murphy Lewis - TLP147
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Peter Murphy Lewis to talk about how storytelling can help developers and builders attract better talent and build stronger teams. They break down simple, practical ways to use video and real stories to stand out in today’s labor market.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-power-of-story-in-land-development-
Making Housing More Attainable at Scale with Keith Miller - TLP146
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Keith Miller joins the show to talk about how he got his start in real estate while still teaching middle school and how that side hustle eventually turned into a full-time development business. We get into his focus on building attainably priced homes at scale in Montana, why he’s using factory-built housing, and what it really takes to bring ne
Industry News: Homebuyer Demand Drops, Millennials Clash Over Housing, and NYC Tax Hike Threat - TLP145
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this Industry News episode, Ryan Glick and Charles Covey break down new data showing homebuyer demand near historic lows and talk through why affordability is still the biggest issue in housing. They also respond to a viral clip that sparked a wave of comments about millennials and whether today’s buyers are choosing smaller living or simply u
Taking the Risk on Rural Development with Bart Barok & Jeremy LeVan - TLP144
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Bart Barok and Jeremy LeVan to talk about bringing new housing to Central Ohio, overcoming community opposition, and building in markets where others would not. They share lessons on partnerships, affordability, and what it really takes to get lots on the ground.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/taking-the-ri
Why Inflation Isn’t Going Away with Peter Schiff - TLP143
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Peter Schiff to talk about inflation, interest rates, housing prices, gold and silver, and where the U.S. economy may be headed in 2026. They also discuss the Fed, the dollar, and what developers should be thinking about in today’s market.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-inflation-isnt-going-away-with-pe
Avoiding Costly Environmental Pitfalls in Land Development with Rachel Peterson - TLP142
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Rachel Peterson, Environmental Department Manager at AGW, breaks down the environmental risks developers face when purchasing land and how proper assessments can prevent costly mistakes. She explains the real-world process behind Phase I and II environmental site assessments, common red flags like old gas tanks or dry cleaners, a
Industry News: Trump Homes, Falling Birth Rates, and Top 25 Housing Markets Affordability - TLP141
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles explore Trump’s proposed housing plans, the U.S.’s falling birth rate, and the real story behind top housing markets in 2025.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-trump-homes-birth-rates-housing-ma
Why Outreach Matters in Development with Eric Nelson - TLP140
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Eric Nelson of Trumark Homes shares how strong relationships, early outreach, and listening are key to getting land development projects approved, especially in California's tough environment.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-outreach-matters-in-development-eric-nelson-tlp140Episode Sponsor: Maverick Wa
Migration, Policy, and the Path Forward for Housing with Brad Hunter - TLP139
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Brad Hunter joins Ryan to talk about today’s housing market, including land costs, builder strategies, mortgage rates, and where people are moving. They also discuss recent policy updates and what might be ahead in 2026.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/migration-policy-housing-path-forward-brad-hunter-tlp139 Find us on Apple P
Real Estate Strategy in the Midwest Market with Logan Freeman - TLP138
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Logan Freeman joins the show to talk about how lessons from football carried over into business and helped him build a successful real estate company. We cover Kansas City development, real estate strategy, and the role discipline and focus play in getting results.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/real-estate-strategy-midwest-lo
Industry News: Trump’s Davos Housing Speech, Market-by-Market Price Trends, and HUD Talks Affordability - TLP137
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles break down Donald Trump’s Davos speech on housing, interest rates, and investor bans. They also dig into home price changes and discuss HUD Secretary Scott Turner’s stance on affordability and regulation.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:http
Turning Construction Experience Into Land Development with Jason Hassenstab - TLP136
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jason Hassenstab, Managing Partner at Elevated Development, joins the show to talk about how he got started in land development, the lessons he’s picked up along the way, and what makes Houston a strong market for builders.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/turning-construction-experience-into-land-development-jason-hassenstab-tl
Why Property Management Must Start Early with Craig Marquardo - TLP135
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Craig Marquardo, VP of Multifamily at VCS Property Management, shares how his path through film and entertainment led him to real estate, and why developers should bring property managers in early to avoid costly mistakes.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-property-management-must-start-early-craig-marquardo-tlp135Episode spo
Industry News: Builder in Chief? Trump’s New Plan, Institutional Buyer Ban, and Falling Interest Rates - TLP134
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Ryan and Charles break down Trump’s $200B plan to push mortgage rates down, his call to ban institutional investors from buying homes, and what it all could mean for the housing market, builders, and the 2026 election year.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevp
The Sober Living Housing Model Explained with Jim Boad - TLP133
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jim Boad shares how he builds and runs group homes focused on sober living. We explore his unique model, the zoning challenges, and how developers can get started.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/sober-living-housing-model-jim-boad-tlp133Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podca
Sustainable Growth in Housing with Josh Dorfman - TLP132
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Josh Dorfman shares how his company, Planted, is changing the way we build homes using fast-growing grass instead of trees. He also talks about raising capital and what the future of sustainability looks like in homebuilding.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/sustainable-growth-in-housing-josh-dorfman-tlp132
Industry News: 2026 Predictions for Land Development - TLP131
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this year-end episode, Ryan and Charles share their predictions for what 2026 will bring to housing, land development, and real estate investment.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-2026-predictions-land-development-tlp131
Walkability Myths, Land Flipping Risks, and Staying Power in Development with Jack Rowe and Ken Mitchell - TLP130
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jack Rowe and Ken Mitchell return to talk about doing land deals the right way, the risks of chasing fast money, and why walkability is more than just sidewalks. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/walkability-myths-land-flipping-risks-staying-power-tlp130 After 125+ episodes, I went back through 80 podcast transcripts to look for
How Title Insurance Really Works with Stephanie Fogelson - TLP129
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Stephanie Fogelson joins the show to explain what title insurance really is and why it's essential for land developers. We explore her career journey and the role title plays in protecting property deals.Episode Sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition & Deal Management Software - Find Parcel Ownership Info, Manage Deals Visually on a Map, Track
Industry News: What’s Next for the Fed, the Growing Affordability Gap, and a New Federal Housing Bill - TLP128
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles cover the Fed’s recent rate cut, the growing affordability gap in the housing market, and a proposed federal bill aimed at boosting supply and lowering costs.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-f
The Power of Public Engagement in Land Development with Kevin Maevers - TLP127
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Kevin Maevers joins the podcast to talk about attainable housing, public engagement, and how developers can work with cities and communities to solve housing challenges. Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com. Show notes p
Industry News: AI Strains the Grid, Foreign Buyers Eye Texas, and Is QE Back? - TLP126
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this bonus industry news episode, Ryan and Charles talk about growing energy demands from AI, how Texas is attracting foreign real estate investors, and whether the Fed is quietly shifting back to money printing.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/indust
Lessons from 47 Years in Development with Jay Knight - TLP125
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jay Knight shares lessons from nearly five decades in homebuilding and development. He talks about his family business, affordable housing, and what’s really holding back young developers today.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/lessons-from-47-years-in-development-jay-knight
Industry News: HUD Whistleblower Line, Housing Imbalance, and AI Fallout - TLP124
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles cover HUD’s new hotline for reporting illegal residents in public housing, the growing divide in home pricing trends across the U.S., and whether OpenAI’s infrastructure deals are financially sustainable.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:http
The 100-Year Home Mindset with Jordan Smith - TLP123
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jordan Smith joins Ryan to talk about how he left oil and gas to build homes designed to last 100 years. In this episode, they explore what it really takes to build homes the right way.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-100-year-home-mindset-with-jordan-smith-tlp123Episode sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition & Deal Management
How to Lead a Custom Home Team with Bill Reiman - TLP122
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Bill Reiman, CEO of R.K. Reiman Construction joins Ryan to talk about how he’s helping grow his family’s custom home building company in Florida, by focusing on leadership, systems, and doing honest work.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-to-lead-a-custom-home-team-bill-reiman-tlp122Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Re
Industry News: 50-Year Mortgages, Trump’s $2K Stimulus, and Killing Property Taxes - TLP121
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles break down some hot government topics, including 50-year mortgages, potential new stimulus checks, property tax proposals, and the impact of political decisions on the housing market.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.co
The Resident Experience Comes First with Lisa Cabral - TLP120
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Lisa Cabral from MBK Rental Living joins the show to talk about designing rental communities that feel personal, welcoming, and built for real people.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-resident-experience-comes-first-lisa-cabral-tlp120Episode Sponsor: Groov Lot Management Platform - Schedule a demo at https://letsgroov.com/de
RV Parks, Manufactured Housing & The Future of Development with Dave Kotter - TLP119
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Ryan chats with Dave Kotter, founder of Hybrid Debt Fund, about streamlining real estate lending, trends in multifamily, RV parks, and why small bay industrial is gaining attention. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/rv-parks-manufactured-housing-development-dave-kotter-tlp119
Industry News: Fed Cuts Again, Beazer Rejects Downsizing, and Is Manufactured Housing the Fix? - TLP118
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Ryan and Charles cover the Fed’s recent interest rate cut, Beazer Homes' approach to affordability, and the role of manufactured housing in solving the housing crisis.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-fed-cuts-beazer-r
How Urban Renewal Makes Deals Pencil with Nick Larson - TLP117
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Ryan sits down with Nick Larson, a real estate attorney and developer, to break down how urban renewal authorities (URAs) help smaller developers unlock hard-to-develop land. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-urban-renewal-makes-deals-pencil-nick-larson-tlp117
The $3,000 Lot That Changed Everything with Ari Rastegar - TLP116
Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Ryan Glick talks with Ari Rastegar, founder of Rastegar Property Company, about how a $3,500 land deal during law school led to millions of square feet in real estate development. Ari shares lessons on zoning, land strategy, and why personal growth has been key to his success.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/30
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