The Land Development Podcast with Ryan Glick
Welcome to 'The Land Development Podcast,' hosted by Ryan Glick, where we dive into the world of land development through engaging and candid conversations. With a background in technology and several years of experience working alongside land developers, Ryan brings out the unique perspectives of his guests. This podcast features in-depth discussions with developers and other professionals who play a pivotal role in shaping our communities. Each episode uncovers their personal stories and the behind-the-scenes details of their projects. 'The Land Development Podcast' is a space for learning and exploring the many aspects of land development. Whether you're a professional in the field, someone with a growing interest, or just curious about how land development impacts our world, this podcast has something for you. Tune in, subscribe, and join Ryan on this journey through the ever-evolving land development industry.
Episodes
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John Friedrich joins Ryan to discuss financing land development projects, what lenders look for in a deal, and where projects can run into trouble between acquisition and finished lot delivery.
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https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/what-lenders-look-for-in-land-deals-with-john-friedrich-tlp191
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Ryan and Charles Covey discuss the Fed's latest rate increase and what it could mean for housing, state efforts to expand factory-built housing, and new permit deadlines designed to speed up development.
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Andrew Cramer, principal at Bridgeview Asset Management, joins Ryan to discuss manufactured home communities, from acquiring and expanding existing parks to creating more attainable paths to homeownership. They also cover development challenges, working with municipalities, due diligence, and opportunities for land developers in manufactured housing.
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Ryan sits down with real estate attorney Niv V. Davidovich to discuss the legal challenges developers and property owners face, especially in Southern California. Niv explains why legal counsel should be involved from day zero, how local regulations can change a project, and why developers need to make decisions based on the numbers rather than emotion.
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Construction needs hundreds of thousands of new workers, but will people or robots fill the gap? Ryan and Charles also look at where home prices are heading, how tariffs are raising costs for builders, and why those tariffs are becoming increasingly unpopular ahead of the midterm elections.
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Water can make or break a land development deal, especially in Colorado and the Mountain West. Ryan sits down with water resource broker Sean Flanagan to break down water rights, due diligence, water availability, and what developers should understand before buying land.
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https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-water-rights-can-make-or-break-a-developm...
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Ryan sits down with Mark Khuri, co-founder and CEO of SMK Capital Management, to break down what experienced investors look for before putting money into a real estate deal. Mark shares the red flags that can kill a deal, how developers can build investor trust, and lessons from reviewing hundreds of investment opportunities each year.
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Ryan and Charles discuss the growth of office-to-apartment conversions, the local opposition putting billions of dollars in data center projects at risk, and the rise of mass timber construction. They dig into what each trend means for developers, communities, and future projects.
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Lee Farris, President and CEO of The Landwell Company, shares how his civil engineering experience prepared him for a career in land development and his work on the 2,200-acre Cadence master-planned community. He talks about building strong relationships, keeping housing attainable, maintaining standards over a long project, and creating communities where people want to stay.
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Environmental project managers Danielle Vail and Sarah Johnson from Kimley-Horn join Ryan to discuss why environmental due diligence should begin before land is purchased. They discuss wetlands, protected species, permitting timelines, and how developers can avoid costly delays.
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https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-environmental-due-diligence-matte...
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Ryan and Charles discuss the delayed lumber tariff relief, the latest new home sales data from Zonda, and why the nation's largest builders continue gaining market share. They also talk about affordability, builder incentives, and what these trends could mean for the future of homebuilding.
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Ryan sits down with Jay Knight, author of “Zoned Out: How Cities and Counties Make Homes Unaffordable,” to discuss why housing has become harder to afford and how zoning, regulations, and permitting delays impact the cost of homes. Jay shares what communities can do to create more housing options for the people who live and work there.
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Affordable housing expert Kevin Day joins Ryan to discuss why manufactured housing deserves a second look. They cover the challenges of today's housing market, zoning barriers, financing tools, and how modern manufactured home communities could help create more attainable homeownership.
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https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/future-of-manufactured-housin...
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Ryan and Charles dig into three industry stories: the growing use of land banking, the latest housing starts data from the U.S. Census Bureau, and recent housing reform wins that could help speed up development across several states.
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Many developers think USDA financing is only for farms and ranches. Jordan Blanchard explains how USDA Rural Development loan programs can help finance hotels, industrial projects, mixed-use developments, and other commercial projects in qualifying rural communities.
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https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-usda-rural-development-loans-work-with-jordan...
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Colby Cox shares how Convergence Communities approaches master planned developments by focusing on connection, thoughtful design, and long-term value. He also explains the challenges facing housing affordability and the ideas his team is testing to make homeownership more accessible.
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https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-great-neighborhoods-dont-hap...
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Ryan and Charles dig into four land development and housing topics, including a new federal housing bill, housing inventory trends, the growing cost gap between renting and buying, and a major redevelopment of a former military base.
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Charles Tofferi joins Ryan to discuss why developers should involve contractors earlier, how better communication leads to better projects, and what separates great contractor relationships from costly ones. He also shares lessons from the field and practical advice for successful site development.
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Land use attorney and DarrowEverett partner Kelley Morris Salvatore joins Ryan to discuss how developers can work more effectively with municipalities, avoid common approval mistakes, and navigate today's housing development challenges. She shares lessons from nearly 30 years in land use law, along with insights gained from working on both the public and private sides of developme...
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Ryan and Charles break down the latest U.S. Census housing report, falling builder confidence, and what Kevin Warsh's first Federal Reserve meeting signals for interest rates and the housing market moving forward.
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https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-multifamily-pullback-builders...
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