The Land Development Podcast with Ryan Glick

<p>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.</p>

The Power of Public Engagement in Land Development with Kevin Maevers - TLP127

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Kevin Maevers joins the podcast to talk about attainable housing, public engagement, and how developers can work with cities and communities to solve housing challenges. Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/public-engagement-land-development-kevin-mae...

12-09
43:23

Industry News: AI Strains the Grid, Foreign Buyers Eye Texas, and Is QE Back? - TLP126

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this bonus industry news episode, Ryan and Charles talk about growing energy demands from AI, how Texas is attracting foreign real estate investors, and whether the Fed is quietly shifting back to money printing. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-ai-grid-foreign-buyers-texas-fed-qe-tlp126

12-08
23:36

Lessons from 47 Years in Development with Jay Knight - TLP125

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Jay Knight shares lessons from nearly five decades in homebuilding and development. He talks about his family business, affordable housing, and what’s really holding back young developers today. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/lessons-from-47-years-in-development-jay-knight

12-02
42:43

Industry News: HUD Whistleblower Line, Housing Imbalance, and AI Fallout - TLP124

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles cover HUD’s new hotline for reporting illegal residents in public housing, the growing divide in home pricing trends across the U.S., and whether OpenAI’s infrastructure deals are financially sustainable. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-hud-whistleblower-housing-imbalance-ai-fallout-tl...

12-01
25:41

The 100-Year Home Mindset with Jordan Smith - TLP123

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Jordan Smith joins Ryan to talk about how he left oil and gas to build homes designed to last 100 years. In this episode, they explore what it really takes to build homes the right way. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-100-year-home-mindset-with-jordan-smith-tlp123 Episode sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition & Deal Management Software - Find Parcel Ownership Info, Manage Deals Visually on a Map, Track Owner Conversati...

11-25
40:05

How to Lead a Custom Home Team with Bill Reiman - TLP122

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Bill Reiman, CEO of R.K. Reiman Construction joins Ryan to talk about how he’s helping grow his family’s custom home building company in Florida, by focusing on leadership, systems, and doing honest work. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-to-lead-a-custom-home-team-bill-reiman-tlp122 Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https...

11-18
58:14

Industry News: 50-Year Mortgages, Trump’s $2K Stimulus, and Killing Property Taxes - TLP121

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles break down some hot government topics, including 50-year mortgages, potential new stimulus checks, property tax proposals, and the impact of political decisions on the housing market. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-50-year-mortgages-trump-2k-stimulus-property-tax-kill-tlp121

11-17
34:58

The Resident Experience Comes First with Lisa Cabral - TLP120

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Lisa Cabral from MBK Rental Living joins the show to talk about designing rental communities that feel personal, welcoming, and built for real people. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-resident-experience-comes-first-lisa-cabral-tlp120 Episode Sponsor: Groov Lot Management Platform - Schedule a demo at https://letsgroov.com/demo.

11-11
23:27

RV Parks, Manufactured Housing & The Future of Development with Dave Kotter - TLP119

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this episode, Ryan chats with Dave Kotter, founder of Hybrid Debt Fund, about streamlining real estate lending, trends in multifamily, RV parks, and why small bay industrial is gaining attention. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/rv-parks-manufactured-housing-development-dave-kotter-tlp119

11-04
33:50

Industry News: Fed Cuts Again, Beazer Rejects Downsizing, and Is Manufactured Housing the Fix? - TLP118

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this episode, Ryan and Charles cover the Fed’s recent interest rate cut, Beazer Homes' approach to affordability, and the role of manufactured housing in solving the housing crisis. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-fed-cuts-beazer-rejects-downsizing-manufactured-housing-fix-tlp118

11-03
26:22

How Urban Renewal Makes Deals Pencil with Nick Larson - TLP117

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Nick Larson, a real estate attorney and developer, to break down how urban renewal authorities (URAs) help smaller developers unlock hard-to-develop land. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-urban-renewal-makes-deals-pencil-nick-larson-tlp117

10-28
45:22

The $3,000 Lot That Changed Everything with Ari Rastegar - TLP116

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this episode, Ryan Glick talks with Ari Rastegar, founder of Rastegar Property Company, about how a $3,500 land deal during law school led to millions of square feet in real estate development. Ari shares lessons on zoning, land strategy, and why personal growth has been key to his success. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/3000-lot-that-changed-everything-ari-rastegar-tlp116 Episode Sponsor: Groov Lot Management Softwa...

10-21
54:41

Industry News: Multifamily Distress, Mortgage Rate Reality Check, and Builder Sentiment Shift - TLP115

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this episode, Ryan and Charles discuss rising distress in the multifamily housing market, the mortgage rate levels needed to restore affordability, and what recent builder sentiment numbers say about the near-term housing outlook. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-multifamily-mortgage-builder-tlp115

10-20
22:59

Building Student Pathways Into Land Development with Jody Whitlock - TLP114

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this episode, Ryan talks with Jody Whitlock about her journey from urban planning student to future land developer. Jody shares what she’s learned through internships, school, and her role with Ladies in Land. Episode Sponsor: First Continental - a specialized private lending company with an exclusive focus on non-recourse financing for residential lot acquisition and development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.&...

10-14
28:32

How Industrial Became the Right Fit with Jared Husmann - TLP113

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Jared Husmann shares why he chose industrial real estate, how mentorship shaped his career, and what developers often get wrong, and right, about building communities. Episode Sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition and Deal Management Software - Start your free 14-day trial by visiting https://letsgroov.com/signup. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-industrial-became-the-right-fit-with-jared-husmann-tlp113

10-07
37:00

Industry News: Government Shutdown, Gen Z Buyers, and Rental Market Lawsuit - TLP112

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. In this industry news episode, Ryan Glick and Charles Covey break down the housing impacts of the government shutdown, shifting generational trends in homeownership, and a lawsuit shaking up Zillow and Redfin. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-shutdown-genz-rental-lawsuit-tlp112

10-06
21:53

How Hotel Deals Get Done with Stephen Wendell - TLP111

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Stephen Wendell shares how his team develops boutique hotels and mixed-use projects by building strong local partnerships and staying adaptable through economic changes. Episode Sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition and Deal Management Software - Start your free 14-day trial by visiting https://letsgroov.com/signup. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-hotel-deals-get-done-with-stephen-wendell-tlp111

09-30
37:25

The Fed, Trump, and the Housing Crisis with Peter Schiff - TLP110

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Peter Schiff returns to discuss inflation, housing, interest rates, and the future of the U.S. economy. This episode dives deep into what’s driving economic policy, and who’s paying the price. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-fed-trump-and-the-housing-crisis-with-peter-schiff-tlp110

09-29
52:59

Empowering Women in Land Development with Erica Sinner - TLP109

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. Erica Sinner, founder and CEO of Ladies in Land, joins Ryan to share how she turned a simple idea into a growing national organization focused on educating and supporting women in the land industry. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/empowering-women-in-land-development-erica-sinner-tlp109 Episode Sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition and Deal Management Software - Start a free 14-day trial at https://letsgroov.com/signup.

09-23
31:55

Industry News: Fed Signals Uncertainty, Demographic Shifts in Housing, and New Construction Updates - TLP108

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics. The Fed stays vague, homebuyer trends are shifting, and construction numbers continue to slide. In this industry news update, Ryan and Charles break down what it all means for builders and developers. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-fed-uncertainty-demographics-construction-tlp108

09-22
31:21

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