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California’s Small-Lot Playbook: SB 1123 vs SB 684 (How to Turn One Lot into 10 Homes) - Matt Baran

California’s Small-Lot Playbook: SB 1123 vs SB 684 (How to Turn One Lot into 10 Homes) - Matt Baran

California’s Small-Lot Playbook: SB 1123 vs SB 684 (How to Turn One Lot into 10 Homes) - Matt BaranKent Fai He
Published on: 07/10/2025

Architect Matt Baran decodes CA's SB 1123 and SB 684: how they allow developers to split lots into up to 10 fee-simple homes. Learn the 66% density rule, why utility costs kill deals, and how to avoid small-lot development pitfalls.

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How to Determine if Property is a “Deal” for Affordable Housing Development ft. Austin Richardson

How to Determine if Property is a “Deal” for Affordable Housing Development ft. Austin Richardson

How to Determine if Property is a “Deal” for Affordable Housing Development ft. Austin RichardsonKent Fai He
Published on: 16/09/2025

Affordable housing developer Austin Richardson reveals the secret to making LIHTC deals pencil: finding QCT/DDA zones, leveraging land trusts, and building city partnerships. Learn how to vet property and secure funding for your next project.

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Top Deal Killers Developers Face Before City Meetings (And How to Avoid Them) - Jared Ferrazzano

Top Deal Killers Developers Face Before City Meetings (And How to Avoid Them) - Jared Ferrazzano

Top Deal Killers Developers Face Before City Meetings (And How to Avoid Them) - Jared FerrazzanoKent Fai He
Published on: 09/09/2025

Developer Jared Ferrazzano reveals the top deal killers before construction: zoning, utilities ($500K undergrounding!), and city politics. Essential checklist for developers to avoid costly mistakes and get affordable housing projects approved.

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How to Hire Architects & Engineers for Development - Life of a Developer - Alvin Hope Johnson

How to Hire Architects & Engineers for Development - Life of a Developer - Alvin Hope Johnson

How to Hire Architects & Engineers for Development - Life of a Developer - Alvin Hope JohnsonKent Fai He
Published on: 09/10/2023

Alvin Hope Johnson shares insider tips on hiring top architects/engineers for large-scale real estate, refinancing with tax-exempt bonds, and why meticulous debt documentation is non-negotiable. Learn the secrets to building a high-performing development team.

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What every Real Estate Developer needs to know about due diligence & 3rd party reports - Alvin Hope Johnson (250M+ in Multifamily!)

What every Real Estate Developer needs to know about due diligence & 3rd party reports - Alvin Hope Johnson (250M+ in Multifamily!)

What every Real Estate Developer needs to know about due diligence & 3rd party reports - Alvin Hope Johnson (250M+ in Multifamily!)Kent Fai He
Published on: 14/09/2023

Real estate due diligence demystified! Alvin Hope Johnson breaks down the essential reports (Phase 1 ESA, Geotech, ALTA Survey) that every developer needs. Learn how to turn contaminated sites into community assets.

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Developing and Renovating over $1 BILLION in Affordable Housing Assets ft. George Splawski

Developing and Renovating over $1 BILLION in Affordable Housing Assets ft. George Splawski

Developing and Renovating over $1 BILLION in Affordable Housing Assets ft. George SplawskiKent Fai He
Published on: 05/05/2023

Learn from George Splawski, who oversaw $1B in affordable housing renovations. Discover due diligence secrets, how to manage occupied renovations, and critical strategies for evaluating plumbing, foundations, and hidden systems to ensure your asset's long-term sustainability.

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