In this episode of the Hive With Us Podcast, hosts Daniel Martinez and Anthony Gaona discuss their mission of creating affordable housing through land investments. They delve into the significant impact that land investors can have on the housing market, the strategies they use to create affordable housing, and the broader economic benefits of their work.

Chapters

Chapter 1: Introduction and the Need for Affordable Housing (0:00 - 1:58)

Daniel Martinez introduces the topic of creating affordable housing and emphasizes the critical role that land investors play in addressing the housing shortage. He highlights the issue of rising rent rates due to insufficient housing supply and the importance of land investors in creating more housing opportunities.

Chapter 2: The Role of Land Investors and Community Impact (1:59 - 3:50)

Anthony Gaona discusses the process of transforming raw land into valuable properties. He explains how they create multiple lots from larger parcels of land to provide affordable housing options. Daniel and Anthony talk about the benefits their projects bring to the community, including job creation for local businesses and supporting the local economy. They also highlight their focus on seller financing, which allows more people to own land who might not have had the opportunity otherwise.

Chapter 3: Examples of Successful Projects (3:51 - 6:00)

Anthony shares a specific example of how they managed to get free electrical upgrades for one of their subdivisions, highlighting the advantages of working with utility companies that see the long-term benefits of their projects. This example showcases the scale and impact of their developments and how these partnerships can result in significant cost savings and infrastructure improvements.

Chapter 4: Challenges and Rewards of Land Development (6:01 - 10:00)

The hosts talk about the challenges they face in the land development business, such as the need for capital and the complexities of project management. They discuss the rewarding aspects of their work, including significant financial returns and the satisfaction of contributing to the community. They emphasize the importance of scalability in their operations to maximize their impact and financial returns.

Chapter 5: Vision for the Future (10:01 - End)

Daniel and Anthony share their vision for the future, aiming to scale their operations and create even more affordable housing projects. They discuss their goal of generating larger financial returns and increasing their impact on the housing market. They also talk about the potential for creating thousands of jobs and supporting a wide range of professionals, from surveyors and engineers to sales teams and city officials.

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In this episode of the Hive With Us Podcast, host Daniel Martinez and co-host Kyle Thompson sit down with young and successful land investor, Clay Hepler. They discuss Clay's journey into land investing, his strategies for success, and insights into the land market. Clay shares his transition from house and multi-family investing to land, emphasizing the unique advantages and challenges of land deals.

Chapter 1: Introduction and Clay’s Background (0:00 - 3:05)

Daniel Martinez introduces Clay Hepler, highlighting his rapid success in land investing since starting in 2022. Clay shares his background, including his initial experiences with apartment buildings and how necessity pushed him into land investing after his wife lost her job.

Chapter 2: Transition to Land Investing (3:06 - 10:04)

Clay explains his journey from wholesaling and house flipping to land investing. He discusses the inefficiencies and challenges of managing multiple small multi-family properties and how land investing offered a simpler, more scalable alternative.

Chapter 3: Land Market Strategies and Challenges (10:05 - 17:13)

Clay and the hosts dive into the specifics of land investing, including market research, sell-through rates, and the liquidity of land. They emphasize the importance of understanding the local market and targeting areas with high demand to ensure quick sales and profitability.

Chapter 4: Acquisition and Disposition Tactics (17:14 - 29:59)

Clay shares his approach to acquiring and disposing of land deals, highlighting the importance of brokers and creative financing. He discusses his experience with extended escrow periods and marketing strategies to ensure successful transactions.

Chapter 5: Building a Land Investing Business (30:00 - End)

Clay outlines his team structure and day-to-day operations. He talks about his upcoming educational course, the Landman Accelerator, aimed at teaching others his successful mid-market land strategy. The episode concludes with Clay sharing his contact information and encouraging listeners to reach out.

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In this episode of the Hive With Us Podcast, host Daniel Martinez welcomes back guest Dale Willms from Centra Companies. They dive into interesting and challenging stories from Dale's extensive experience in real estate, including a surprising lawsuit and an unexpected discovery during a development project. Dale shares valuable lessons learned from these experiences and emphasizes the importance of resilience and thorough due diligence in the real estate industry.

Chapter 1: Introduction and Recap (0:00 - 0:17)

Daniel Martinez introduces Dale Willms and provides a brief recap of their previous episode. They mention the topics discussed, including investing, building, developing, and even cattle operations, inviting listeners to check out the first episode if they haven't already.

Chapter 2: The Lawsuit Experience (0:18 - 3:53)

Dale shares a story about a project where his company hired a broker to sell a community. They discovered that the agent didn't have a real estate license, which led to a lawsuit. Despite the clear violation of the law, the judge ruled in favor of the broker. Dale explains the financial and emotional toll of the lawsuit and the difficult decision to settle the case to avoid further legal expenses and stress.

Chapter 3: The Buried Gas Station Discovery (3:54 - 5:26)

In another story, Dale recounts a project where they conducted thorough due diligence, including soil borings and testing, only to discover a buried gas station from the 1930s during excavation. This unexpected find required extensive site remediation, causing delays and additional costs. Dale highlights that despite meticulous planning, unforeseen challenges can arise in real estate development.

Chapter 4: Lessons Learned and Resilience (5:27 - 6:31)

Dale reflects on the lessons learned from these challenging experiences. He emphasizes the importance of thorough due diligence, being prepared for unexpected issues, and the value of resilience in the real estate industry. Dale advises real estate professionals to stay focused and not let setbacks deter them from pursuing their goals.

Chapter 5: Closing Remarks and Contact Information (6:32 - End)

Daniel wraps up the episode by thanking Dale for sharing his stories and insights. He provides information on where listeners can find Dale and Centra Companies online. Daniel encourages listeners to like, share, and subscribe to the podcast for more valuable content.

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