Property Developer Podcast

Effectively managing a development project is a key skill for any property developer, but what happens when you delegate that responsibility to a development manager? Today’s guest, Bryce Yardney is a development manager with Metropole Property. I spoke with his father, Michael Yardney in episode 36, go back and take a listen to that if you want to know how Michael got his property investment busi...

Today on the show we are going to be talking planning, with a highly experienced planning consultant, and I think you will pick up lots of tips from our discussion. My guest is town planner David Crowder from Ratio. David has more than 25 years’ experience in town planning. He specialises in statutory planning and providing expert evidence before Victoria’s planning tribunal and Planning Panels fo...

Today on the show we are going to be talking marketing, with one of Australia’s leading small business marketing advisers, and I’m sure you will get plenty of value and ideas from the discussion we have. Before we get to that, here’s an update on what I have been up to. In the last episode I mentioned that we had been to our tribunal hearing and we’re waiting on a decision. Well, we have received...

Nik Bulum is a Canberra based property developer who is delivering some amazing projects that are helping to regenerate some run down parts of the city. Nik has a slightly different pathway into developing, and this background is what helps drive his approach to his projects. In this conversation we cover how design led projects can generate media interest and attract buyers, where you can look to...

Video is a powerful way to share a story, and that power can be harnessed to help market and sell your property development project. In this episode, we explore how to get the most bang for your buck when making videos. Tracey Atkins from Goldeneye Media has produced some beautiful marketing videos for a range of iconic Australian and international properties, so I was keen to sit down with her an...

Creating independent wealth is a great way to ensure your financial security is taken care of, and property development can be great way to leverage your capital, however how do you attain financial wealth? In this episode you will find out how property developer, investor and educator Michael Yardney has done it. Michael, is one of Australia’s best known property commentators and investment advis...

Making your money work harder can sound like a cliche but in such a capital intensive business as property developing, it pays to look at ways to recycle your money quicker and generate higher returns. So I speak with Australia’s number 1 commercial finance broker Dan Holden about how you can leverage your money and time. It’s been more than a year since we spoke with Dan and a lot has happened ac...

Understanding the local market means more than just the sales activity for the area, it includes being aware of any nuances related to the planning process or how long it might take to even get a permit. In this episode I speak with a trained architect turned property developer Kirk Miller. Kirk started off his developing career in California before taking on some projects in Canada. Kirk brings a...

Wouldn't you love to always negotiate great deals. Secure that awesome parcel of land at a great price and on great terms. Get a buyer to pay top dollar for one of your properties. Well in my discussion with former FBI hostage negotiator, Chris Voss, you can learn how to do all those things and more. Chris has written a book called Never Split the Difference, a fantastic resource that I highly rec...

Finding a good selling agent to help sell your development stock off the plan is crucial to getting your project sold profitably, started as soon as possible and settled with minimum fuss. So I speak with Campbell Cooney a Director of Hodges in Brighton about selling property. Campbell has been in the real estate industry since the 80s, so has lots of experience. We have a good chat about how you...

Getting your valuations right is very important for securing acquisition funding, and exceptionally important when you apply for construction funding. The role of the valuer is an interesting one, as they are usually appointed by the lender to review your project to see if the values stack up, but they work closely with you on sourcing a lot of the reports and documents they need to complete their...

Getting the best results from your property developing efforts requires some focus on a couple of key areas. Keep getting them right and you set yourself up for success. So I speak with an experienced developer who sheds some light on what he focuses on to achieve success. Danny Ciarma from Urban DC has more than 15 years of developing experience, and has an impressive record of completing a range...

New Zealand developer Graeme Fan joins us to talk about his experience doing property developing in Auckland. Graeme has completed some fantastic high end properties and is now looking to take his developing to the next level. In this discussion Graeme shares with us the one thing he focuses on to ensure his business succeeds, what it is like developing in Auckland, and what he has learnt about hi...

Finance is a key plank of any project and getting it right is crucial to the viability and longevity of your property developing business. How to structure deals, ways to arrange your financing and leveraging your capital and equity to maximum effect, are key to taking your developing to the next level. So I speak with Matthew Royal from Development Finance Partners, a firm that works with develop...

Developers face many challenges and obstacles, and Canadian developer Dan Barona shares some stories on his experiences developing property in Ottawa. Dan is a partner in developing and construction business Urbanworx, and has progressed from doing renovations to multi-property developments. We talk about the challenges of building during bitter cold winters, dealing with organisations that issue...

The building side of property development is one of the biggest pillars of the process, so getting it right is crucial to the overall success of your project. And the builder is a key part of ensuring your construction goes well. I speak with builder Chris Brownhill from Brownhill Homes about building multi-unit property developments. Most of his clients are property developers who are doing multi...

Completing your project faster means you get paid sooner. Finding ways to reduce time to completion is a perennial goal for property developers. So I speak with Peter Ward from Drouin West Timber & Truss about pre-fabrication or panelisation, which simply put means producing large sections of the building in a factory and then bolting it all together on site. I see real opportunities for property...

Finding ways to stand out in a crowded marketplace is key to successfully selling out project after project. So we speak with real estate agent David Stewart about selling off the plan, marketing projects and staying ahead of the competition. David has had a long career in the property industry and a track record of selling off the plan. He is also someone who likes to try new things, and just rec...

A good building surveyor will play an important role in the construction of your property development project. While they do play an important compliance and certification role, they can also add value along the way that can help reduce costs, avoid delays and deliver a better quality product. So I speak with experienced building surveyor Peter Eyers from Reddo Building Surveyors about their role...

Understanding the power of the velocity of money can help property developers accelerate their net worth and grow their property developing business. Property developer Dave Bradley shares why he focuses on the velocity of money and gives tips on how you can take your property developing to the next level. This is part two of my conversation with Dave. If you haven’t heard part 1, make sure you go...

Scaling a developing business can be a challenge for many developers, however by asking the right questions it may not be the hurdle you perceive it to be. Real estate developer Dave Bradley has managed to transition from major rental property investor to a serious property developer who has scaled his business along the way, and he shares how you can too. Dave is probably known to many property i...

Getting your planning permit is a big step in a development project, particularly one you are happy with. Get your planning permit and you are one stamp closer to finishing. So, I speak with private town planner Craig Christie from ASI Planning about how developers can approach the planning phase of the development process. This is one of the most important parts of the game, as this is where you...

Finding opportunities to get an edge in the market and to stand out from the crowd is a great way to sell out your developments, and also to earn a reputation for delivering quality products. So I speak with Joel Griffs from Binq Windows and Doors about how finishes can make a big difference to your next property development. Joel contacted me a few weeks back and invited me to come down to their...

Understanding when and how to accelerate your property developing business can be the difference between going to the next level or going bust. So I speak with Brendon Ansell from Velocity Property Group about how and when he accelerated his property development business. I think you will enjoy some of the insights that Brendon will share with you. Brendon is doing some great developments and is r...

Ensuring your property development project is 'bankable' relies on lenders feeling confident that the development will be a success. Understanding how lenders assess your project goes a long way to helping you strongly position the deal from the earliest stages. Past guest and finance specialist Gayle Stapleton shares some tips and ideas about funding, lending and one thing you can do to ensure yo...