Unlocking Real Estate

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Residential Development 101

Valuing & Vetting Vacant Land (SoCal): Appraisal Basics & Due Diligence 101

Sizing Up Rentals (1–4 Units): Cap Rate, Cash‑on‑Cash, DSCR

Ask These 25 Questions Before You Hire a Realtor (OC Homes & Lots)

Welcome back to Unlocking Real Estate ! I’m your host, RJ Hernandez, and today, we’re talking about everyone’s favorite F-word: Financing . In a world where interest rates are on a rollercoaster, and banks are pickier than ever, how do you actually fund your deals in 2025? We’ll explore traditional options, creative workarounds, and real stories from the frontlines. SEGMENT 1: THE LAY OF THE LAND...

Welcome back to Unlocking Real Estate , where we pull back the curtain on what really happens in today’s property market. I’m your host, RJ Hernandez, and in this episode, we’re going deep on the anatomy of a deal—from that first spark of an opportunity all the way to a signed contract and keys in hand. Have you ever wondered how professionals spot deals, structure them, and avoid disasters? Today...

Welcome to Unlocking Real Estate, the podcast where we crack open the deals, strategies, and market forces shaping the property world. I’m your host, RJ Hernandez—developer, planner, investor, and lifelong student of the dirt beneath our feet and the structures we build on top of it. In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s been hitting developers, builders, and even everyday homebuyers w...