EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 38 MIN
Thinking Like a Developer: How to Spot Opportunities Most Investors Miss with Justin Ruthenbeck and Tanner Verhoeks | Ep. 53
from Real Estate Investing for Life - Build Wealth Through Real Estate without a Second Job · host Jonna Weber
In this episode, I sit down with experienced developers Justin Ruthenbeck and Tanner Verhoeks from Haven Idaho, to pull back the curtain on what real estate development actually looks like behind the scenes. This is not just about building properties. It’s about managing risk, solving real-world problems, and creating something that lasts. We talk about how they got started, what separates good developers from the rest, and why development is far more nuanced than most people think. If you’ve ever been curious about getting into development, this conversation will help you understand what it really takes and how to think about opportunities in a smarter, more strategic way. We also dig into the importance of aligning your investments with purpose, not just profit, and how the best developers think beyond spreadsheets to create long-term value for communities, investors, and themselves. 00:00 Welcome and Guests 01:12 How Justin Met Tanner 02:02 Tanner’s Engineering Path 02:53 Justin’s Journey From Tech to Development 04:54 Building for Legacy 08:47 Choosing Projects and Risk 11:50 Due Diligence Timelines 14:49 Common Land Mistakes 18:33 Avoiding Commodity Builds 21:51 Partnering With Landowners 23:47 Keeping Your Day Job 26:42 What Development Really Is 30:01 Hard Lessons And Partners 34:23 Think Like A Developer 35:37 Developer Vs Builder Nuances Out Guests today: Justin Ruthenbeck and Tanner Verhoeks- https://www.havenidaho.com/ [email protected] Connect with me at http://www.jonnaweber.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonna_weber/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnaweber/ In Idaho? Please check out our Idaho Real Estate Investor Network! Website: https://www.idahorein.com/ Join the Priority list for the Real Estate Wealth Accelerator: https://www.idahorein.com/wealth If you enjoyed this show, the biggest gift you can give me is to subscribe and leave us a positive review - I am so appreciative! For Educational and Informational Purpose Only The information provided on Real Estate Investing for Life does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal, investing and/or financial advice from the host or any guests, instead, all information, content and materials shared are for general informational purposes only. Investment Risks: Real estate investment involves inherent risks, and you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for conducting due diligence and assessing the risks associated with any investment decisions made based on the information obtained on this podcast. The Company shall not be liable for any losses, damages, or financial harm arising from your investment activities.
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In this episode, I sit down with experienced developers Justin Ruthenbeck and Tanner Verhoeks from Haven Idaho, to pull back the curtain on what real estate development actually looks like behind the scenes. This is not just about building properties. It’s about managing risk, solving real-world problems, and creating something that lasts. We talk about how they got started, what separates good developers from the rest, and why development is far more nuanced than most people think. If you’ve ever been curious about getting into development, this conversation will help you understand what it really takes and how to think about opportunities in a smarter, more strategic way. We also dig into the importance of aligning your investments with purpose, not just profit, and how the best developers think beyond spreadsheets to create long-term value for communities, investors, and themselves.
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