Ep 244 – The Developer’s Formula for a 7-Figure Year
Design is about more than looks; it dictates your profit. In this episode, Bob and Hilary discuss how design choices make or break a development. Learn why under-spacing hurts your sale price, why “more” isn’t always better, and how simple changes like ceiling heights can dramatically boost your returns.
Ep 243 – Why Financiers Can Say No To Property Developers
Why did the bank say “no” to your property development? In this episode, Bob and Hilary unpack the world of commercial finance. Learn why the valuer is the ultimate gatekeeper, how to handle a bad valuation, and why immaculate paperwork is the secret to securing millions in funding.
Ep 242 – When To Walk Away From A Development Deal
Walking away from a property deal can be tough when you are emotionally invested. In this episode, Hilary and Bob discuss the red flags that mean it is time to exit. Learn why you shouldn’t rely on market growth to fix margins and how “cheap insurance” can save your portfolio.
Ep 241 – The Feasibility Lies Developers Tell Themselves
Are your feasibility numbers based on fact or fiction? In this episode, Bob and Hilary unpack the lies developers tell themselves to make a deal stack. Learn why inflating sale prices, underestimating build costs, or ignoring GST will kill your project before it even starts.