The Land Development Podcast with Ryan Glick

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.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.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-great-neighborhoods-dont-happen-by-accident-with-colby-cox-tlp176Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.Join other developers in our land development community. Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.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.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-housing-bill-buying-vs-renting-former-military-land-tlp175Episode Sponsor: Groov Lot Management Software - Groov helps local and regional land developers and builders manage lot inventory and publish interactive plat maps on their websites, automatically synced as pricing and status change. Learn more at https://letsgroov.com/demo.Want even more insightful land development content? Join our free community over at landdevpodcast.com.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account  at https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.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.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/pre-construction-lessons-every-developer-should-know-with-charles-tofferi-tlp174Join other developers in our land development community. Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.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 development.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-role-of-a-land-use-attorney-in-development-with-kelley-morris-salvatore-tlp173We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.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.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-multifamily-pullback-builders-cut-prices-whats-next-for-rates-tlp172Want even more insightful land development content? Join our free community over at landdevpodcast.com.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account  at https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Dan Grosswald, Division President of Southeast Florida at Mattamy Homes, joins Ryan to discuss what it takes to build successful master-planned communities. From walkable neighborhoods and community activation to leadership, planning, and long-term vision, Dan shares lessons learned from decades in homebuilding and development.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-community-matters-more-than-the-house-with-dan-grosswald-tlp171Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jerry Pesick joins the podcast to break down eminent domain, property tax appeals, and how developers can protect themselves when government projects affect their property. He shares lessons from more than 40 years of valuation litigation and explains what property owners should do before accepting an offer.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/eminent-domain-explained-for-developers-with-jerry-pesick-tlp170Episode Sponsor: Groov Lot Management Software - Groov helps local and regional land developers and builders manage lot inventory and publish interactive plat maps on their websites, automatically synced as pricing and status change. Learn more at https://letsgroov.com.We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles break down Berkshire Hathaway’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Taylor Morrison, discuss new construction trends across the country, and review the latest housing market data showing buyers gaining leverage in many major metros.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-berkshire-homebuilding-buyer-market-tlp169Want even more insightful land development content? Join our free community over at landdevpodcast.com.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account  at https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Natalie Jelavich, Executive Vice President at Marques General Engineering, joins the podcast to discuss leadership, company growth, building strong teams, and the lessons she's learned over 22 years in construction.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/leadership-lessons-from-22-years-in-construction-natalie-jelavich-tlp168This episode was recorded in partnership with Ladies in Land, a national organization dedicated to advancing women in the land development industry. Learn more at https://www.ladiesinland.com.We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Alek Pedersen shares his path from studying design in Italy and working on development projects across Scandinavia to leading industrial development efforts in Texas. He discusses zoning, entitlements, city incentives, and what developers can learn from different approaches to land use around the world.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/norway-vs-texas-real-estate-development-alek-pedersen-tlp167We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles Covey dig into the Road to Housing Act, discuss Wells Fargo's new mortgage incentives for 3D printed homes, and discuss how immigration enforcement continues to affect the construction workforce. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-housing-bill-3d-homes-construction-labor-tlp166Want even more insightful land development content? Join our free community over at landdevpodcast.com.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account  at https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Nathan Cox shares how his time in the Marines influenced the way he leads and grows 68 Ventures. Ryan and Nathan talk about leadership, scaling a development company, building trust, and why forcing a bad real estate deal can cost you years.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-long-game-in-real-estate-development-with-nathan-cox-tlp165Episode Sponsor: Maverick Water Group is a trusted water partner to some of the largest master-planned developers, builders and leadership teams of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Maverick is a purpose-driven water infrastructure company that is addressing our growing water stress and supply crisis by bridging the gap between rising demand and limited public funding. Learn more at https://maverickwater.com.We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Victoria Fitch joins Ryan to talk about the future of housing, land acquisition, and why smaller, denser communities are becoming the new normal. They also discuss consumer behavior and how developers can stay competitive in today’s market.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-higher-density-housing-matters-with-victoria-fitch-tlp164Episode Sponsor: Groov Lot Management Software - Groov helps local and regional land developers and builders manage lot inventory and publish interactive plat maps on their websites, automatically synced as pricing and status change. Learn more at https://letsgroov.com. We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Would you let a tech company put a mini data center on your home? And did Trump’s comments completely miss what Americans are dealing with financially? Ryan and Charles get into that, the latest housing numbers, and more in this industry news episode.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-trump-comments-stir-debate-ai-homes-raise-questions-builders-keep-consolidating-tlp163Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.Want even more insightful land development content? Join our free community over at landdevpodcast.com.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account  at https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Doug French, CEO of Stylecraft Builders, joins Ryan to talk about growing a family homebuilding business into a top 60 homebuilder in the United States. They discuss attainable housing, leadership, development strategy, and what it takes to scale a company while building a strong team.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/what-it-takes-to-grow-a-production-homebuilding-company-with-doug-french-tlp162Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Monaca Onstad to talk about what actually makes a community feel like home. Monaca shares how she got into placemaking and what she’s learned working with developers across the country. They get into simple ways to bring people together, even in smaller communities or with tighter budgets. A big takeaway is why the overall feel of a neighborhood can matter more than the house itself. If you’re in land development, this one might change how you think about your next project.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/from-amenities-to-experiences-how-to-design-better-communities-with-monaca-onstad-tlp161We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles talk through a big energy code change, where interest rates are headed, and what builders are seeing in the latest housing data. They also dig into the buzz around the White House ballroom project.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-energy-rule-reversed-fed-split-rates-white-house-ballroom-mystery-tlp160We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Nick Arenson joins the show to talk through how large master planned communities are built and how they evolve over time. He shares insights on managing risk, planning infrastructure, and balancing lot sales with homebuilding. The conversation also covers how market shifts and capital impact development decisions. It’s a practical look at what it really takes to execute projects at scale.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-master-planned-communities-adapt-over-time-with-nick-arenson-tlp159We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Russ Seamon, president of SeamonWhiteside, to talk about his career in land development and his approach to leadership. They discuss how the company has grown over time, why culture matters, and what it takes to build strong teams. Russ also shares his thoughts on communication, working with developers, and setting projects up for success.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/building-culture-while-scaling-a-company-with-russ-seamon-tlp158We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles break down how global conflict, AI trends, and state tax policies are impacting the land development industry. They share what these shifts mean for deals, developers, and the market as a whole.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-rising-inflation-iran-conflict-ai-homebuying-red-blue-tax-divide-tlp157We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Chuck Marohn joins the show to break down the Strong Towns approach to growth, explaining why many cities struggle financially and how better decisions around infrastructure, housing, and development can lead to stronger communities.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/strong-towns-approach-smart-growth-chuck-marohn-tlp156We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Lara Diettrich joins the show to talk about her path into planning, what developers often get wrong, and how to approach projects the right way from day one. She shares her lessons from working across public, private, and military projects.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/lessons-public-private-sector-development-lara-diettrich-tlp155We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.This week, Ryan and Charles break down a growing housing mismatch, rising gas prices, and how global conflict could impact the market. They share what these trends mean for developers and what to watch in the months ahead.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-boomers-hold-the-homes-fuel-prices-jump-and-iran-conflict-uncertainty-tlp154We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Eric Bakey joins the show to talk about getting started in land development and what it takes to move a deal all the way through. We cover his first major project, working with cities, and dealing with community pushback.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-land-deals-are-harder-than-they-look-eric-bakey-tlp153We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Ashley Tison, founder of OZ Pros, to discuss how Opportunity Zones can be used by developers to improve returns and reduce tax burden. Ashley explains how these deals work, what types of development projects qualify, and how developers can structure them the right way from the start.They also cover common mistakes developers make, how Opportunity Zones can enhance solid deals, and why more developers are shifting toward longer hold strategies to maximize value.Show notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/how-developers-use-opportunity-zones-with-ashley-tison-tlp152We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comListen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles discuss the latest housing bill, where government housing money is actually going, and why younger buyers are waiting longer to purchase homes. They also cover how debt and interest rates are impacting today’s market.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-housing-bill-reality-check-where-hud-money-goes-and-why-buyers-are-waiting-tlp151We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comFind us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Archaeologist Jason Chambers joins Ryan to explain how archaeology fits into land development projects. They talk about what happens when artifacts or human remains are discovered, how developers can plan ahead, and why understanding cultural resources matters.We recently launched a free platform for The Land Development Podcast community.Inside you'll find masterclass videos with developers, curated industry news, and a growing library of land development insights.Create a free account here:https://landdevpodcast.comShow notes for this episode:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-archaeology-matters-in-land-development-with-jason-chambers-tlp150Listen on your favorite platform:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Phil Stuepfert, Principal and Vice President at HR Green, to talk about the process behind land planning and entitlements. Phil shares lessons from nearly 30 years in the industry, including how to work with cities, neighbors, and developers to move projects forward.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/what-it-takes-to-plan-a-successful-development-with-phil-stuepfert-tlp149Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan and Charles discuss Zillow’s spring housing outlook, migration trends across South Florida, and how rising oil prices tied to conflict in Iran could affect builders. All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-2026-housing-forecast-migration-into-florida-global-conflict-impact-construction-tlp148Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Peter Murphy Lewis to talk about how storytelling can help developers and builders attract better talent and build stronger teams. They break down simple, practical ways to use video and real stories to stand out in today’s labor market.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/the-power-of-story-in-land-development-with-peter-murphy-lewis-tlp147Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Keith Miller joins the show to talk about how he got his start in real estate while still teaching middle school and how that side hustle eventually turned into a full-time development business. We get into his focus on building attainably priced homes at scale in Montana, why he’s using factory-built housing, and what it really takes to bring new supply to fast-growing markets.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/making-housing-more-attainable-at-scale-with-keith-miller-tlp146Episode sponsor: Groov Lot Management Software - Groov helps local and regional land developers and builders manage lot inventory and publish interactive plat maps on their websites, automatically synced as pricing and status change. Schedule a demo at letsgroov.com/demo.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this Industry News episode, Ryan Glick and Charles Covey break down new data showing homebuyer demand near historic lows and talk through why affordability is still the biggest issue in housing. They also respond to a viral clip that sparked a wave of comments about millennials and whether today’s buyers are choosing smaller living or simply unable to afford more.The episode also covers a proposed 9.5 percent property tax increase in New York City and what that could mean for property owners and developers. To wrap it up, Ryan and Charles look at projections showing a possible U.S. population decline and discuss how shifting demographics could change the way and where we build in the future.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-homebuyer-demand-millennials-housing-nyc-tax-hike-tlp145Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Bart Barok and Jeremy LeVan to talk about bringing new housing to Central Ohio, overcoming community opposition, and building in markets where others would not. They share lessons on partnerships, affordability, and what it really takes to get lots on the ground.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/taking-the-risk-on-rural-development-with-bart-barok-jeremy-levan-tlp144Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Ryan sits down with Peter Schiff to talk about inflation, interest rates, housing prices, gold and silver, and where the U.S. economy may be headed in 2026. They also discuss the Fed, the dollar, and what developers should be thinking about in today’s market.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-inflation-isnt-going-away-with-peter-schiff-tlp143Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Rachel Peterson, Environmental Department Manager at AGW, breaks down the environmental risks developers face when purchasing land and how proper assessments can prevent costly mistakes. She explains the real-world process behind Phase I and II environmental site assessments, common red flags like old gas tanks or dry cleaners, and what happens when contamination is discovered. Whether you're a builder, developer, or just curious how land is vetted before projects begin, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at how environmental consulting protects development deals.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/avoiding-environmental-pitfalls-land-development-rachel-peterson-tlp142 Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles explore Trump’s proposed housing plans, the U.S.’s falling birth rate, and the real story behind top housing markets in 2025.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-trump-homes-birth-rates-housing-markets-affordability-tlp141Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Eric Nelson of Trumark Homes shares how strong relationships, early outreach, and listening are key to getting land development projects approved, especially in California's tough environment.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-outreach-matters-in-development-eric-nelson-tlp140Episode Sponsor: Maverick Water Group is a trusted water partner to some of the largest master-planned developers, builders and leadership teams of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Maverick is a purpose-driven water infrastructure company that is addressing our growing water stress and supply crisis by bridging the gap between rising demand and limited public funding. Learn more at https://maverickwater.com.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Brad Hunter joins Ryan to talk about today’s housing market, including land costs, builder strategies, mortgage rates, and where people are moving. They also discuss recent policy updates and what might be ahead in 2026.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/migration-policy-housing-path-forward-brad-hunter-tlp139  Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Logan Freeman joins the show to talk about how lessons from football carried over into business and helped him build a successful real estate company. We cover Kansas City development, real estate strategy, and the role discipline and focus play in getting results.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/real-estate-strategy-midwest-logan-freeman-tlp138  Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles break down Donald Trump’s Davos speech on housing, interest rates, and investor bans. They also dig into home price changes and discuss HUD Secretary Scott Turner’s stance on affordability and regulation.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-trump-davos-housing-market-trends-hud-affordability-tlp137  Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jason Hassenstab, Managing Partner at Elevated Development, joins the show to talk about how he got started in land development, the lessons he’s picked up along the way, and what makes Houston a strong market for builders.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/turning-construction-experience-into-land-development-jason-hassenstab-tlp136 Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664 Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4 Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcast Check out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/Want to support the show? Pick up some swag from our swag store, including our sweet “The Language of Land Development” poster, which would look great in your office: https://landdevpodcast.com/shop

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Craig Marquardo, VP of Multifamily at VCS Property Management, shares how his path through film and entertainment led him to real estate, and why developers should bring property managers in early to avoid costly mistakes.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/why-property-management-must-start-early-craig-marquardo-tlp135Episode sponsor: Groov Lot Management Software - Groov helps local and regional land developers and builders manage lot inventory and publish interactive plat maps on their websites, automatically synced as pricing and status change. Schedule a demo at letsgroov.com/demo.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcastCheck out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Ryan and Charles break down Trump’s $200B plan to push mortgage rates down, his call to ban institutional investors from buying homes, and what it all could mean for the housing market, builders, and the 2026 election year.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-builder-in-chief-trump-plan-investor-ban-interest-rates-tlp134Episode Sponsor: First Continental - Non-Recourse Financing For Residential Lot Acquisition and Development. Learn more by visiting https://www.firstcontinental.com.Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcastCheck out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jim Boad shares how he builds and runs group homes focused on sober living. We explore his unique model, the zoning challenges, and how developers can get started.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/sober-living-housing-model-jim-boad-tlp133Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-land-development-podcast-with-ryan-glick/id1719809664Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3W6laqY7Ou16r0RpjJlYB4Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLandDevelopmentPodcastCheck out our full library of interviews: https://landdevpodcast.com/

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this episode, Josh Dorfman shares how his company, Planted, is changing the way we build homes using fast-growing grass instead of trees. He also talks about raising capital and what the future of sustainability looks like in homebuilding.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/sustainable-growth-in-housing-josh-dorfman-tlp132

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this year-end episode, Ryan and Charles share their predictions for what 2026 will bring to housing, land development, and real estate investment.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-2026-predictions-land-development-tlp131

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Jack Rowe and Ken Mitchell return to talk about doing land deals the right way, the risks of chasing fast money, and why walkability is more than just sidewalks. Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/walkability-myths-land-flipping-risks-staying-power-tlp130 After 125+ episodes, I went back through 80 podcast transcripts to look for patterns that kept showing up across conversations. I pulled those into a short resource called 10 Lessons From 80 Industry Voices. You can download it for free at https://landdevpodcast.com/lessons. 

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.Stephanie Fogelson joins the show to explain what title insurance really is and why it's essential for land developers. We explore her career journey and the role title plays in protecting property deals.Episode Sponsor: Groov Land Acquisition & Deal Management Software - Find Parcel Ownership Info, Manage Deals Visually on a Map, Track Owner Conversations, and More. Never let another deal slip through the cracks. Start a free 14-day trial at https://letsgroov.com/signup.Show notes page: https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/title-insurance-explained-stephanie-fogelson-tlp129

Share your feedback or provide industry news topics.In this industry news episode, Ryan and Charles cover the Fed’s recent rate cut, the growing affordability gap in the housing market, and a proposed federal bill aimed at boosting supply and lowering costs.All links to the articles discussed during this episode can be found on the show notes page:https://landdevpodcast.com/podcast/industry-news-fed-affordability-gap-housing-bill-tlp128

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-maevers-tlp127