59 – Finding unique ways to develop property

There are many ways to develop property, some straight forward, some very unusual. How about shifting your planning application from units to a boarding house? Or rezoning a street? Or using options to lock up parcels of land? My latest guest has done all this and more, so tune in as we explore the many unique ways that property can be developed. Davina has certainly taken a different approach to developing property and has cleverly worked a number of different angles in terms of project types and how you make them work. Forget about sticking to one project type and stay with it for a few projects... Property Development Training If you are interested in learning the fundamentals of property development, in your own time and at your own pace, then be sure to head over to www.propertydevelopertraining.com and take a look. I take you step by step through the development process so you know exactly what is needed to find a site, run a feasibility and complete a small scale property development, be that a duplex or 3 or 4 unit site. The training includes a bonus program called Taking It To The Next Level for people who may want to go into developing full-time, along with another bonus course called Raising Capital which covers how to raise money for your projects. So head over to propertydevelopertraining.com and take a look... I would love to see you on the inside... Property Developer Quiz Keen to find out how ready you might be to become a developer? Then take the Property Developer Quiz (https://www.propertydevelopertraining.com/quiz) and get a sense of where you are at… Become a Million Dollar Property Developer Grab my book Become a Million Dollar Property Developer about my journey into property development. This book is ideal for anyone who intends to get into small-scale property development and wants an insider’s guide to successfully obtaining wealth, fulfilment, and glory. In this book, Justin will share how he succeeded in delivering a 20-townhouse project on his first property development project and what he learned along the way. Many people have a dream of becoming a property developer. They aspire to build properties, grow portfolios, and amass great wealth. However, many people often struggle with making the leap into property development. This book has the answers for how you can make the leap into property development. Grab your copy now. Social Connection Property Developer Podcast Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/propertydeveloperpodcastProperty Developer Podcast Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/property_developer_podcast/Property Developer Podcast LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/property-developer-podcast Unusual property development projects I think you will enjoy how Davina isn’t afraid to try new things, how you can pivot if something doesn’t go the way you planned, and how she negotiates her way through challenging situations like securing an option agreement with neighbours. Keep an ear out for how Davina explains the importance of understanding your limits and risk tolerance, and how you can still achieve results through partnering to mitigate the risk. Don’t forget if you are interested in learning how to develop property then email me about the property developing mentoring program that is available to help you get started. There’s nothing like a guiding hand to show you the best way when you are starting out, so email Justin@propertydeveloperpodcast.com and I will send you some further information. Lessons for real estate developers What an unusual range of projects she has tackled! I enjoyed speaking with Davina and here’s three things I took away from our chat: 1. Don’t be afraid to pivot if things change in the property market. I thought it was great that Davina was prepared to change her approach when she decided that the market had shifted and units were no longer the right product type,