Hoffman Hour Episode 49 - Daniel Kearney (RESOLUT RE)

In Episode 49 of the Hoffman Hour Podcast, Robert Hoffman sits down with Daniel Kearney, Principal and Qualified Broker at RESOLUT RE New Mexico, for an in-depth conversation about commercial real estate, economic development, urban planning, and the future of Albuquerque. Daniel began his commercial real estate career in 2014 and helped launch the New Mexico division of RESOLUT RE in 2018. Today, he serves as Principal, Qualified Broker, and co-owner of the New Mexico office alongside his partners, helping investors, landlords, tenants, and business owners navigate the complexities of commercial real estate. This episode goes far beyond buying and selling buildings. Robert and Daniel explore what it means to operate as a "player-coach" in a growing company, the differences between owning a franchise versus building a business, and how leadership, partnerships, and marketing shape the long-term success of a commercial real estate firm. The conversation also dives deep into some of Albuquerque's most interesting development projects and urban planning challenges. Daniel shares insights into: • The role of a Principal and Qualified Broker within a commercial real estate firm • Building RESOLUT RE with a three-partner ownership structure • The difference between franchise ownership and independent business ownership • Marketing, leadership, and business development in commercial real estate • Redeveloping large retail properties and adapting them for new uses • The challenges of converting former retail space into research and development facilities, office space, and other specialized uses • Zoning, land use, and entitlement considerations that shape development projects • The history of Albuquerque's Sawmill District and how the lumber industry helped build the city • The evolution of Sawmill Market and the area's continued revitalization • The proposed locations for United Stadium and the potential impact on surrounding neighborhoods • Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART), public transportation, and infrastructure investment • The future of the city's transit systems and urban mobility • A firsthand story from aboard a Rail Runner train when it struck a vehicle on the tracks • Traffic flow, ingress, and egress challenges at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta • Downtown Albuquerque redevelopment opportunities and challenges • The future of commercial real estate across Albuquerque and New Mexico Throughout the conversation, Daniel offers a unique perspective on how real estate, transportation, infrastructure, zoning, and economic development all intersect to shape the future of a city. Whether you're a business owner, investor, developer, commercial property owner, or simply someone who cares about Albuquerque's future, this episode provides valuable insight into the forces influencing growth throughout the region. At its core, this episode is about understanding how cities evolve—and the people helping guide that evolution. About Daniel Kearney & RESOLUT RE Daniel Kearney is Principal and Qualified Broker of RESOLUT RE New Mexico, a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in investment sales, landlord representation, tenant representation, site selection, acquisitions, dispositions, and commercial leasing throughout New Mexico. Daniel has been active in Albuquerque commercial real estate since 2014 and became a co-owner of RESOLUT RE New Mexico in 2025. 📍 RESOLUT RE 🌐 RESOLUTRE.com 📧 [email protected] 📞 (505) 337-0777 📱 (505) 720-7089 About The Hoffman Agency Insurance At The Hoffman Agency, we specialize in protecting what matters most—offering commercial, home, auto, life, flood, and specialty insurance solutions. If you're looking for a fast, no-obligation quote backed by exceptional customer service, call us today at (505) 771-3035. If you've ever wondered how commercial real estate projects are approved, how cities grow, why some developments succeed while others fail, or what the future of Albuquerque might look like over the next decade, this is an episode you won't want to miss.