Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Josh’s Journey Into Real Estate Development | EP#20

This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a wake-up call for LOCALS who dream of building but don’t know where to start.In this raw and inspiring episode of Local Real Estate Developers, Josh shares how he went from construction roots to taking his first real swings at development. With honesty and grit, he opens up about the realities of navigating financing, city approvals, and the constant tug-of-war between vision and reality.Josh’s story isn’t polished — it’s real. It’s about learning by doing, leaning on mentors, and taking the hits that come with stepping into a game most people never even try to play. He shows how local knowledge, persistence, and a refusal to quit can turn obstacles into opportunities.Topics Covered Include:✅ Josh’s early introduction to construction and how it shaped his path into development✅ The leap from working on projects to leading them — and the mindset shift it required✅ Lessons learned from stalled deals, financial hurdles, and navigating city pushback✅ The role of partnerships, mentorship, and trusting the right people in moving projects forward✅ Why local developers have a unique edge when building in their own communities✅ Practical advice for aspiring developers on how to start small, stay persistent, and scale with purposeJosh also reflects on the deeper “why” behind his work — creating opportunities, building for the long term, and proving that development isn’t just for the big players.💡 “You don’t have to wear a suit or have millions in the bank to build your community. You just need vision, grit, and the courage to keep going when it gets hard.” – Josh👉 Ready to become a local developer in your town? Apply for the Mentorship:https://www.localrealestatedeveloper.com/dev-mentorship🎧 Access all platforms, the Developer Vault, and more:https://linktr.ee/localrealestatedeveloperGuest Name: Josh BryanWebsite: https://bryanhaggardland.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-bryan-535a136/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshbryancre/ 🎬 Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast01:50 Josh Bryan's Journey into Real Estate07:52 Building a Legacy in Real Estate10:46 Challenges of Starting a New Business13:00 Navigating Development Projects19:14 Assembling the Right Team for Development29:19 Case Study: A Complex Development Project43:19 Future Aspirations and Mentorship in Real Estate#LocalRealEstateDeveloper #ThinkBigStartLocal #RealEstateWithHeart #LREDPodcast #BuildWhatMatters #CommunityFirst #FromVacantToVibrant #MentorshipMatters #NeighborhoodRebuilders #GatekeepingEndsHere