Journey from Bankruptcy to Real Estate Success

Andrew B. Hellinger is a Principal of URBAN-X, a real estate development and advisory company. His current focus is the design and development of River Landing Shops and Residences. Under his direction and leadership has obtained its entitlements and rezoning in May 2013, within a six-month period. In this conversation, Andrew shares unique stories from unwinding a $750m portfolio during the great financial crisis, developing well-known condos in Miami, economy, opportunities, and more.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 0:00 - Intro
• 1:36 - Andrew background
• 6:52 - Increasing allowable height through city, county, FAA, pilot union
• 19:01 - Coming out of real estate recession 
• 25:28 - Miami River Landing development
• 44:56 - Economy and future opportunities 
• 47:04 - Mid River District vs Allapattah 
• 50:31 - Healthcare economic impact 
• 53:06 - River Landing appeal
• 54:27 - Thoughts on Miami 

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