🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers

Kristi Kandel
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🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers Podcast with Kristi Kandel & Raphael Collazo This podcast was created to break down the barriers of entry into development and make it as familiar as flipping a house or house-hacking a duplex. We feature: - Weekly interviews with local developers sharing their projects - Think Like a Developer Minisodes: live in-progress deals - Insights from strategic partners like brokers, architects, engineers, and lenders - Exclusive Developer Vault Most US Cities have fewer than 10,000 residents. We don’t need more outside investors, we need more locals taking action.

  1. 1D AGO

    Why Community Beats Capital in Entrepreneurship: Rachel DesRochers | EP #45

    What happens when a laid-off mom straps her baby to her back and decides to start rolling graham crackers by hand? For Rachel DesRochers, it turned into a 16-year journey of building businesses, empowering women, and creating one of the Midwest’s most impactful food entrepreneur ecosystems. In this episode of the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast, Kristi Kandel and Raphael Collazo sit down with Rachel to unpack the real story behind her entrepreneurial path. From launching Grateful Grahams with just $1,000 to founding the Incubator Kitchen Collective and leading the Power to Pursue movement, Rachel has spent more than a decade helping others turn ideas into real businesses. But this conversation goes deeper than startups. Rachel shares the messy middle of entrepreneurship. The burnout. The partnership betrayal that nearly destroyed two companies. The hard truth about how difficult food businesses really are. And why building community around kitchens, churches, and underused buildings might be one of the most powerful local development tools we have. Along the way, she challenges the idea of success, talks about the role of gratitude in business, and explains why local ecosystems matter more than shiny business plans. This episode is a raw, honest conversation about building businesses that actually serve people and communities. What We Cover: ✅ How Rachel started her first company with $1,000 and a newborn on her back ✅ The story behind Grateful Grahams and how gratitude became the foundation of her work ✅ Why she launched the Incubator Kitchen Collective and how it has helped over 200 food startups ✅ The reality of food businesses and why most people underestimate the costs ✅ How shared kitchens give entrepreneurs a safe place to test ideas before risking everything ✅ Why adaptive reuse spaces like churches and underused buildings can unlock new business ecosystems ✅ The importance of community, collaboration, and relationships in local entrepreneurship ✅ What Rachel learned after a partner stole money and nearly shut down two companies ✅ How entrepreneurs can vet partners and trust their instincts before signing anything ✅ The mission behind Power to Pursue and why women deserve spaces that support real leadership ✅ Why success needs to be redefined beyond money, growth, or social media metrics ✅ Rachel’s philosophy of building from day one instead of waiting for year ten Bold Truth: If you want to build something meaningful in your community, stop waiting for perfect conditions. Start where you are, use what already exists, and build alongside the people around you. 🎧 Developer Vault Drop: Rachel DesRochers shares the real lessons from launching a business with $1,000, building a kitchen incubator for 200+ startups, and using community spaces to help local entrepreneurs test ideas before risking everything. Connect with Rachel: 🌐 Website: https://www.incubatorkitchencollective.org/ikc-our-story/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/incubatorkitchencollective/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-desrochers/ Listen + Subscribe: Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist → 👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper #localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    44 min

  2. MAR 10

    The Armchair Urbanist Who’s Rewriting Chattanooga’s Playbook | EP#44

    What if the problem isn’t the developer… but the story no one told before the vote?In this episode, Kristi and Raphael sit down with Jon Jon Wasolowski, better known online as The Happy Urbanist, a Chattanooga local who is not a developer, not a city planner, but somehow became one of the most influential voices shaping how his city grows.From single stair reform to accessory dwelling units, from five lane death traps turned into thriving streetscapes, to a nine to zero city council vote that killed a project because the story was mishandled, this episode pulls back the curtain on how development actually lives or dies at the local level.What We Cover: ✅ What “armchair urbanist” really means and why storytelling shapes cities ✅ How Jon Jon built influence in Chattanooga through TikTok and local advocacy ✅ The truth about NIMBY resistance and why most opposition is fear, not evil ✅ Single stair reform and how outdated codes quietly drive up housing costs ✅ Accessory dwelling units and the financial roadblocks homeowners face ✅ A tragic crash that sparked a road diet and revitalized Frazier Avenue ✅ How messaging mistakes killed safety improvements on North Moore Road ✅ Why one city councilor knocked on every door to uncover the real story behind a townhome project ✅ The Avondale Baptist Church vote that failed nine to zero and what the developer should have done differently ✅ How language like “horizontal property regime” can shift perception around condos ✅ The power of small scale incremental developers versus big headline projects ✅ A local mill redevelopment that balanced the books through creative leasing and phased housing ✅ How a 100,000 dollar sewer tie in nearly killed a project and what that reveals about institutional friction ✅ Why asphalt parking lots almost replaced green community space and how knowledge gaps inside city departments cost small builders ✅ Jon Jon’s next step into development, from 1031 exchange to ADU, and documenting the roadblocks in real timeBold Truth:Development does not happen to a city. It happens because locals show up, speak clearly, and build with purpose.Connect with Jon: 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonjon.jpeg/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonjonweso/ Listen + Subscribe: Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist →👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper🎬 Chapters00:00 Introduction to Urban Development and Storytelling03:27 The Role of Community in Development05:54 Navigating City Planning and Regulations08:45 Recent Projects and Community Impact11:33 Transforming Streetscapes for Better Business14:07 Engaging Communities in Development Decisions17:13 Understanding NIMBYism and Community Concerns19:52 Bridging the Gap Between Developers and Communities25:35 Developer Accountability and Community Engagement27:08 The Political Nuance of Development28:07 Community Safety and Urban Planning30:23 Understanding Community Needs32:03 Traffic Concerns and Neighborhood Safety35:20 The Role of Developers in Community Growth36:13 Building an Incremental Development Alliance41:20 Personal Development Goals and Community Impact#localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    49 min

  3. MAR 3

    She Risked Her 401k, Leveraged Her Home, and Rewrote a 16-Unit’s Story | EP#43

    What if the deal you keep driving past is not too risky… it is just waiting on you to believe in it? In this episode of the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast, Dana McMahan shares the real story behind acquiring and transforming a 16-unit building in Louisville. No trust fund. No institutional backing. Just a cashed-out 401k, equity from her personal home, and the willingness to bet on herself. When the opportunity showed up, she did not have twenty percent down. Traditional financing was tight. The numbers were close. But Dana saw what others missed. She saw a character. She saw a neighborhood people loved. She saw a path to nearly doubling revenue through thoughtful renovations, midterm rentals, and strong storytelling. Over four years, revenue grew from roughly $105,000 to $187,000. Not because she slapped on luxury finishes. Because she understood her market, leaned into the building’s charm, and created an experience that resonated. This episode is about creative financing, calculated risk, and trusting your instincts when the spreadsheets feel tight but the vision feels right. What We Cover: ✅ How Dana pieced together financing using savings, a 401k, and a HELOC ✅ The realities of lender hesitation and how she navigated it ✅ Why she chose midterm rentals during COVID and how that strategy paid off ✅ Turning “dated” features into a brand advantage instead of a liability ✅ The revenue growth strategy that nearly doubled performance in four years ✅ Lessons learned about partnerships, defined roles, and communication ✅ The emotional side of development and how journaling helped her stay grounded ✅ Why she ultimately shifted from day-to-day operations to focus on design and consulting Bold Truth: You do not need perfect timing or perfect capital. You need conviction, creativity, and the courage to back your own vision in your own backyard. 🎧 Developer Vault Drop: Dana shares real lessons from structuring the deal, managing risk, and repositioning a small multifamily asset for stronger returns. Connect with Dana: 🌐 Website: https://www.elleferafera.com/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elleferafera/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danamcmahan/ Listen + Subscribe: Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist → 👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper 🎬 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts 08:47 Lessons Learned from Renovation Experiences 15:49 Navigating Regulations for Short-Term Rentals 22:39 From Landlord to Multifamily Investor 30:27 Transforming Properties for Profit 37:13 The Power of Partnerships 44:09 Advice for Aspiring Developers #localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    49 min

  4. FEB 24

    Community Is Medicine: How Neal Collins Is Rebuilding Real Estate From the Ground Up | EP#42

    What if real estate stopped extracting from communities and started healing them? In this episode of the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast, Kristi and Raphael sit down with Neal Collins to unpack one of the most honest and unconventional development journeys we have heard. Neal did not grow up dreaming of commercial real estate. He started in the Peace Corps, worked in global community development, and eventually found himself building $30M to $300M mixed-use projects. But after family health crises forced a hard reset, Neal stepped away from cookie-cutter multifamily and brokerage growth at all costs and began asking deeper questions. This conversation goes deep into what it actually takes to build these kinds of places. From entitlement battles and capital stacks to landowner conversations, investor education, and why most developers burn out doing the same projects on repeat. Neal also shares how agrihoods work in practice, why peri-urban land is the sweet spot, and how developers can step into more meaningful work without taking on every ounce of risk themselves. What We Cover: ✅ Neal’s path from Peace Corps and nonprofit work to large-scale commercial development ✅ Why he walked away from traditional multifamily and property management ✅ The personal loss that reshaped his philosophy around housing and community ✅ What agrihoods really are and how conservation communities are structured ✅ Why clustering homes creates stronger villages and lowers infrastructure costs ✅ How pre-entitlement is the riskiest but highest-opportunity phase of development ✅ Aligning landowners, municipalities, developers, and investors around one vision ✅ Why remote work is fueling demand for walkable, food-centered communities ✅ How agricultural, nonprofit, and real estate capital can work together ✅ Practical advice for new developers with land or small projects ✅ Why development is a team sport and how partnerships unlock scale ✅ Neal’s vision for regenerative building materials and healthier homes ✅ What the next 5 to 10 years looks like for this model of development Bold Truth: Real estate does not have to be extractive. When developers lead with values, community becomes infrastructure and land becomes legacy. 🎧 Listen now to hear how Neal Collins walked away from cookie-cutter development, leaned into uncertainty, and started rebuilding communities by blending real estate, agriculture, and purpose right where people actually live. Connect with Neal: 🌐 Website: https://www.hamlet.capital/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neal_transforms/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-collins-723515112/ Listen + Subscribe: Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist → 👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper 🎬 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Development and Community Building 07:06 The Concept of Agrihoods and Sustainable Communities 11:47 The Evolution of Knowledge in Real Estate Development 17:20 Engaging Stakeholders in Innovative Development Projects 25:12 Market Demand and Trends in Rural Real Estate 26:11 Shifts in the Real Estate Market 27:02 Creating Sustainable Communities 28:59 The Role of Partnerships in Development 30:01 Innovative Development Strategies 34:07 The Future of Real Estate Development 37:20 Navigating the Complexities of Development 42:41 Vision for the Next Decade #localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    51 min

  5. FEB 17

    She Bought Land First and Figured It Out Later: Steph Weber’s Path Into Development | EP#41

    Most people wait until they feel ready.Steph Weber bought land and learned on the fly.What started as curiosity about real estate turned into a hands-on crash course in zoning, city processes, design decisions, and risk. Steph did not come from a development background. She learned by doing, asking questions, and staying in the room even when things felt overwhelming.In this episode, Kristi and Raphael sit down with Steph Weber to unpack what it really looks like to step into development without having it all figured out. From her first land purchase to navigating municipalities, consultants, and project setbacks, Steph shares the real behind-the-scenes of becoming a local developer.Her story is about taking imperfect action, building confidence through experience, and realizing that you do not need to be an expert to start. You just need the courage to move forward and the humility to learn along the way.This conversation matters for anyone sitting on the sidelines, waiting for the “right time,” or wondering if they are qualified to build.Steph proves you do not need permission to start shaping your community.What We Cover:✅ How Steph went from curious investor to landowner✅ Buying property before having all the answers✅ Learning zoning and city processes in real time✅ The importance of asking questions and leaning on professionals✅ Navigating uncertainty and self doubt as a first-time developer✅ Why proximity to the project matters and how being local changes everything✅ Lessons learned from early mistakes and growing pains✅ How each step built confidence for the next oneBold Truth:You do not become a developer by waiting until you feel ready. You become one by taking action, learning fast, and staying committed to building something meaningful where you live.🎧 Listen now to hear how Steph took imperfect action, bought land before she felt ready, and committed to learning development by building right where she lives.Connect with Steph: 🌐 Website: https://www.theweberco.com/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theweberco/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephweberbrandcoach/ Listen + Subscribe:Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist →👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper🎬 Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast01:40 Steph Weber's Journey into Short-Term Rentals05:47 The Entrepreneurial Spirit and Overcoming Challenges10:35 Building Partnerships and Structuring Deals14:17 Navigating Construction and Permitting Challenges20:09 Phased Development Approach and Financing36:40 Motivation and Vision in Entrepreneurship40:38 Taking the Leap: Advice for Aspiring Developers49:34 Future Plans and the Camping Adventure#localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    54 min

  6. FEB 10

    Building Where You Live: Why Local Developers Shape Better Communities | EP#40

    What if the people shaping your neighborhood actually lived there? Desmond Dunn didn’t grow up knowing he could be a real estate developer. No one in his community looked like him who was building anything. So he taught himself. For ten years. Nights on Zillow. Deep dives into zoning code. Sketching site plans at the kitchen table while everyone else was out living life. In this episode, Kristi and Raphael sit down with Desmond to talk about what it really means to be a community-first developer. Not chasing scale. Not chasing ego. Just showing up, doing the work, and building five to fifty units at a time in the neighborhoods that raised him. This is a raw conversation about the invisible grind, the barriers small developers face, and why affordable housing will never be solved by big developers alone. Desmond breaks down why local developers are the missing middle, why cities need translators between policy and people, and why designing from spreadsheets is failing real communities. If you have ever looked at a vacant lot, an empty storefront, or an overgrown parcel in your town and thought, someone should do something about that, this episode is for you. What We Cover: ✅ Leaving a draining sales career to follow the work that actually energized him ✅ Teaching himself development without money by practicing on real lots and zoning codes ✅ Why flipping houses was not enough and how duplexes and small multifamily changed everything ✅ The ten-year grind of learning in silence before anyone knew his name ✅ Why big developers are not going to close the affordable housing gap ✅ How small, local developers collectively make the real impact ✅ The hidden costs and barriers of rezoning, RFPs, and city processes ✅ Why cities have good intentions but often do not understand the developer side ✅ The need for translators between planning language and real human language ✅ Community engagement as a starting point, not a checkbox ✅ Cultural context, historical harm, and why it matters in development decisions ✅ Designing for people instead of designing from spreadsheets ✅ Why credibility is built one small project at a time ✅ Advice for aspiring developers who feel stuck on the sidelines Bold Truth: Affordable housing and healthy neighborhoods will not be built by outsiders chasing returns. They will be built by locals who know the streets, know the people, and are willing to start small and stay committed. 🎧 Listen now to hear how Desmond chose community over convenience and committed to building where he lives, even when the path took a decade to take shape. Connect with Desmond: 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desmondcdunn/ Listen + Subscribe: Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist → 👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper 🎬 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast 01:34 Desmond Dunn's Journey into Real Estate Development 07:13 The Importance of Community Engagement in Development 12:19 Navigating the Challenges of Development 18:04 Building Relationships with Local Governments 24:16 The Role of Smaller Developers in Closing the Housing Gap 29:44 Shifting Perspectives in Real Estate Development 35:38 Advice for Aspiring Developers 41:18 Conclusion and Future Aspirations #localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    53 min

  7. FEB 3

    She Risked Her 401k, Leveraged Her Home, and Rewrote a 16-Unit’s Story | EP#43

    What if the deal you keep driving past is not too risky… it is just waiting on you to believe in it? In this episode of the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast, Dana McMahan shares the real story behind acquiring and transforming a 16-unit building in Louisville. No trust fund. No institutional backing. Just a cashed-out 401k, equity from her personal home, and the willingness to bet on herself. When the opportunity showed up, she did not have twenty percent down. Traditional financing was tight. The numbers were close. But Dana saw what others missed. She saw a character. She saw a neighborhood people loved. She saw a path to nearly doubling revenue through thoughtful renovations, midterm rentals, and strong storytelling. Over four years, revenue grew from roughly $105,000 to $187,000. Not because she slapped on luxury finishes. Because she understood her market, leaned into the building’s charm, and created an experience that resonated. This episode is about creative financing, calculated risk, and trusting your instincts when the spreadsheets feel tight but the vision feels right. What We Cover: ✅ How Dana pieced together financing using savings, a 401k, and a HELOC ✅ The realities of lender hesitation and how she navigated it ✅ Why she chose midterm rentals during COVID and how that strategy paid off ✅ Turning “dated” features into a brand advantage instead of a liability ✅ The revenue growth strategy that nearly doubled performance in four years ✅ Lessons learned about partnerships, defined roles, and communication ✅ The emotional side of development and how journaling helped her stay grounded ✅ Why she ultimately shifted from day-to-day operations to focus on design and consulting Bold Truth: You do not need perfect timing or perfect capital. You need conviction, creativity, and the courage to back your own vision in your own backyard. 🎧 Developer Vault Drop: Dana shares real lessons from structuring the deal, managing risk, and repositioning a small multifamily asset for stronger returns. Connect with Dana: 🌐 Website: https://www.elleferafera.com/ 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elleferafera/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danamcmahan/ Listen + Subscribe: Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist → 👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper 🎬 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts 08:47 Lessons Learned from Renovation Experiences 15:49 Navigating Regulations for Short-Term Rentals 22:39 From Landlord to Multifamily Investor 30:27 Transforming Properties for Profit 37:13 The Power of Partnerships 44:09 Advice for Aspiring Developers #localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    49 min

  8. FEB 3

    She Walked Away from the Golden Handcuffs and Built a Tiny Home Village | EP#39

    What would it take for you to walk away from a 14-year corporate career with no clear plan and bet on yourself?For Dedria Kolb, it was the pull to build something real.In this episode of the Local Real Estate Developers Podcast, Kristi sits down with Dedria Kolb, a former corporate attorney turned first-time developer who left the legal grind to build a tiny home village in rural North Carolina. With no prior development track record, Dedria bootstrapped her first deal, navigated zoning gray areas, managed construction herself, and opened a fully leased 10-acre tiny home community in under a year.This conversation is a raw look at what it actually takes to start from zero, learn in public, and push a project forward when the path is anything but clear. From hitting rock in the ground to hitting walls with banks and bureaucracy, Dedria shares the real lessons that don’t show up in textbooks but define every developer’s journey.If you are on the fence about development or knee-deep in your first project wondering what you signed up for, this episode is your reminder that you are not starting from scratch and that building with purpose is worth the long game.What We Cover: ✅ Leaving a 14-year corporate legal career to pursue development ✅ Why you are never starting from zero, only starting from experience ✅ Bootstrapping a first development and self-funding phase one ✅ Building and leasing a tiny home village with a lot-lease model ✅ Working through zoning, permitting, and legal gray areas ✅ Managing construction without a general contractor ✅ Lessons learned from rock, water, and blown timelines ✅ Why community, not just housing, was the real goal ✅ The long game of development and why money cannot be the only motivator ✅ Supporting more women at the development tableBold Truth:You do not need a perfect plan or permission to build. You need the courage to start, the grit to adapt, and the commitment to keep going when it gets hard.🎧 Listen now to hear how Dedria chose purpose over comfort and built something real when the path was anything but clear.Connect with Dedria: 📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hey_dedriak/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dedriaharper/ Listen + Subscribe: Watch full episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts.Want more from Kristi? Hear how she’s helping locals become developers in their own communities without the gatekeeping. 🎧 Local Real Estate Developer Podcast Playlist →👉 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/localrealestatedeveloper🎬 Chapters00:00 Introduction to Deidre Kolb01:35 Transitioning from Attorney to Developer06:07 The First Project: Tiny Home Village11:33 Challenges and Lessons Learned16:11 Community Impact and Relationships21:06 Finding Contractors and Managing Construction27:26 Learning Through Experience28:55 The Importance of Mentorship30:36 Building a Support Network32:11 Staying Motivated in Challenges36:38 Advice for Aspiring Developers40:17 Future Aspirations and Community Impact#localrealestatedeveloper #realestateinvesting #womeninrealestate #mindsetmatters #communitydevelopment #realestatejourney #propertyinvestor #infilldevelopment #therealestatedeveloper #partnerships #elevateswfl

    48 min
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🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers Podcast with Kristi Kandel & Raphael Collazo This podcast was created to break down the barriers of entry into development and make it as familiar as flipping a house or house-hacking a duplex. We feature: - Weekly interviews with local developers sharing their projects - Think Like a Developer Minisodes: live in-progress deals - Insights from strategic partners like brokers, architects, engineers, and lenders - Exclusive Developer Vault Most US Cities have fewer than 10,000 residents. We don’t need more outside investors, we need more locals taking action.

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