It Is The Best Time To Become A Real Estate Developer (Potentially!) - Josh Kaufman of InnoDev Partners
Josh Kaufman is the Co-Founder and Principal of InnoDev Partners. He brings over 30 years of expertise in the real estate and land development industries across Canada and the United States. His career includes senior roles in project management, development, and construction at prominent companies, including Rogers Communications, SmartCentres, Dream, Fusion Homes, and Starlight Investments.
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights Podcast, I sat down with Josh, a seasoned executive in the housing development industry, to discuss his journey from a high-profile corporate role to co-founding InnoDev Partners. They explore the complexities of Toronto’s housing market, the concept of missing middle housing, and the importance of transit-oriented developments. Josh shares his experiences and vision for creating affordable housing solutions, shedding light on the alignment between municipalities and developers aimed at addressing the housing crisis. This episode provides invaluable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of urban development.Â
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- Why is now the best time to become a real estate developer?
- Why are purpose-built rentals the best opportunity to pursue for developers right now?
- How to select a site for your next projects?
- What is the role of transit in the future of rental projects?
- How to Navigate Policy Changes and Government Incentives?
- Lessons from Past Corporate Life.
- A revenue-centric approach to design development.
- How to achieve early alignment in projects?
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