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Land to LotsE91- The Rise of Texas MMDs with Ross Martin of Winstead PC (Part 1)On Episode 91 of the Land to Lots Podcast, Part 1 of a two-part conversation, Carter interviews Ross Martin, Shareholder at Winstead PC and one of Texas' leading public finance attorneys advising developers on MUDs, MMDs, PIDs, TIRZs, and other district financing tools. Ross explains the rise of Municipal Management Districts in Texas, why they were created, and how they function within the state's broader district framework. Carter and Ross discuss the statutory foundation for MMDs, the problems they were designed to solve, and the ways in which they can provide meaningful advantages for both cities and developers. Ross...
2025-12-1826 minLand to LotsE90- Developing for the Long Term with David O'Reilly of Howard Hughes Holdings PART 2In this episode, Carter continues his conversation with David O'Reilly, President and CEO of Howard Hughes Holdings, Inc., a company renowned for its iconic master-planned communities such as The Woodlands, Bridgeland, Summerlin, and Teravalis, along with its expansive commercial and multifamily portfolios. David shares insights from his career journey, key leadership lessons, and how Howard Hughes continues to evolve its business strategy in a rapidly changing real estate landscape. In this episode you'll learn: How David's engineering and finance background shaped his approach to managing a $10 billion real estate portfolio. The projects and mentors...
2025-12-0430 minLand to LotsE89- Developing for the Long Term with David O'Reilly of Howard Hughes HoldingsIn this episode, Carter Froelich sits down with David O'Reilly, President and CEO of Howard Hughes Holdings, Inc., a company renowned for its iconic master-planned communities such as The Woodlands, Bridgeland, Summerlin, and Teravalis, along with its expansive commercial and multifamily portfolios. David shares insights from his career journey, key leadership lessons, and how Howard Hughes continues to evolve its business strategy in a rapidly changing real estate landscape. In this episode you'll learn: How David's engineering and finance background shaped his approach to managing a $10 billion real estate portfolio. The projects and mentors...
2025-11-1324 minLand to LotsE88- How Seabrook Land Company Built a Thriving, Walkable Coastal Town In this episode, Carter interviews Casey Roloff, CEO, and Jeff Gundersen, CFO, of Seabrook Land Company to explore their journey in building thriving, walkable, new urbanist communities in the Pacific Northwest. In This Episode You'll Learn: How Seabrook's team incrementally develops and finances walkable, connected, and enduring communities by leveraging pre-sales and creative capital strategies. The unique amenity approach of making the town itself the main amenity, including retail incubation techniques and fostering vibrant town centers. Strategies for integrating "missing middle" housing typologies to support affordability and socioeconomic diversity within a planned neighborhood. The critical role of on-site...
2025-10-301h 02Land to LotsE87- Interview with Geoff Woods: The AI Driven LeaderIn this episode, Carter sits down with Geoff Woods, founder of AI Leadership and author of The AI Driven Leader, for a transformative conversation on the future of leadership in an AI-powered world. Geoff shares actionable insights from his journey and unique frameworks for maximizing value in organizations of any size. In This Episode You'll Learn: • The mindset and habits of an AI-driven leader, and why adopting AI is more about people than technology. • How to use the CRIT framework (Context, Role, Interview, Task) to ask better questions of AI and drive strategic value. • Ways AI transfo...
2025-10-1647 minLand to LotsE86- The Active Adult Market with Jeff McQueen of Shea HomesIn this episode of the Land to Lots™️ Podcast, Carter Froelich sits down with Jeff McQueen, President of Shea Homes Active Lifestyle Communities, to explore the evolution of the active adult housing market. As the co-founder of the Trilogy® division, Jeff has helped shape age-qualified communities in eight states — bringing together innovative home designs, lifestyle branding, wellness-driven amenities and creating social bonds with the Trilogy residents. Jeff shares what's working, what's changing, and how Shea is growing their brand in a market that continues to grow in both demand and complexity. In this episode, you'll learn:
2025-10-0248 minLand to LotsE85- Interview with Carson Bise of TischlerBiseIn this episode of the Land to Lots Podcast, Carter Froelich welcomes Carson Bise, President of TischlerBise — a leading fiscal, economic, and infrastructure finance consulting firm — to unpack the complex world of development impact fees. With decades of experience preparing fee studies for jurisdictions across the U.S., Carson shares his unique perspective on how impact fees are evolving, the infrastructure challenges facing municipalities, and how the public and private sectors can better collaborate to fund growth responsibly. In this episode, you'll learn: • Where development impact fees are headed over the next decade
2025-09-1854 minLand to LotsE84- Interview with Warren Krug and Carl Perrone of Brookfield Residential Part 2Carter continues his conversation with Brookfield Residential's Warren Krug, Executive Vice President & Chief Investment Officer and Carl Perrone, Senior Vice President of Investments as they provide a glimpse behind the current into the workings and strategies of Brookfield Residential's three-legged North American development strategy. In this episode you'll learn: Warren and Carl key responsibilities and the challenges they face a leading large, multi-market operations. A deep dive into recent joint ventures with North American Sekisui House (NASH) and The Kolter Group, including the decision-making process behind organic growth versus partnerships. How geographic diversification across the US...
2025-09-0424 minLand to LotsE83- Interview with Warren Krug and Carl Perrone of Brookfield ResidentialIn this episode, Brookfield Residential's Warren Krug, Executive Vice President & Chief Investment Officer and Carl Perrone, Senior Vice President of Investments provide a glimpse behind the current into the workings and strategies of Brookfield Residential's three-legged North American development strategy. In this episode you'll learn: Warren and Carl key responsibilities and the challenges they face a leading large, multi-market operations. A deep dive into recent joint ventures with North American Sekisui House (NASH) and The Kolter Group, including the decision-making process behind organic growth versus partnerships. How geographic diversification across the US helps hedge regional slowdowns...
2025-08-2126 minLand to LotsE82- How to Maximize Land Value with Land Residual Analysis — Part 2In Part 2 of this two-part series, Carter Froelich begins delving into the concepts of land residual valuations and what levers can be pulled to increase land residual values. n this two-part series of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich walks through the fundamentals of Land Residual Analysis — the critical tool developers use to determine the maximum price they can pay for land while still achieving their required returns. In these episodes, you'll learn: What is a land residual analysis How to apply Land Residual Analysis to guide land acquisition decisions Strat...
2025-08-0744 minLand to LotsE81- How to Maximize Land Value with Land Residual Analysis — Part 1In Part 1 of this two-part series, Carter Froelich begins delving into the concepts of land residual valuations and what levers can be pulled to increase land residual values. n this two-part series of the Land to Lots™ Podcast, Carter Froelich walks through the fundamentals of Land Residual Analysis — the critical tool developers use to determine the maximum price they can pay for land while still achieving their required returns. In these episodes, you'll learn: What is a land residual analysisHow to apply Land Residual Analysis to guide land acquisition decisions Stra...
2025-07-2419 minLand to LotsE80- Interview with Paul Beard on Sheetz v. El Dorado County, CA (Impact Fee Case)In this episode, Carter talks with Paul Beard a partner with Pierson Ferdinand, LLP where he is a land use attorney who has argued the important development impact fee cases before the US Supreme Court of Sheetz v. El Dorado, CA, and Koontz v. St. Johns River Management District. In this episode you'll learn: The significance of the Nollan and Dolan Supreme Court cases. The legal concepts of rational nexus and rough proportionality. How the legal precedent surrounding development impact fees moved from real property issues to monetary issues. Potential issues/opportunities to address issues of fa...
2025-07-1046 min
Experience: This Vivid Full Audiobook For Thriller Fans.Activating Your Fortune by Carter FroelichPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/73710to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Activating Your Fortune
Series: The Land to Lots Trilogy, Book 2
Author: Carter Froelich
Narrator: Carter Froelich
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 29 mins
Release date: 07-02-25
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Business Development & Entrepreneurship
Publisher's Summary:
You have a plan, but will it thrive in action? We know even the best-laid plans can falter once it’s time to implement them. The same is true for developing master planned communities. Financing strategies often unravel during the entitlement and financing phases due to consultants overlooking crucial details from the planning ph...
2025-07-021h 29Land to LotsE79- Shannon Waller of Strategic Coach on Team SuccessIn Episode 79 of Land to Lots™, Carter talks with Shannon Waller—author, speaker, podcast host, Team Success Coach, and Director at Strategic Coach—about the key ingredients of team success. In this episode, you'll learn: What team success really means The most challenging aspects of developing effective teams The concept of Unique Ability® and Unique Ability® teamwork Multiplication by Subtraction as a growth strategy What a Kolbe Score is—and how it can help you build a stronger team Show Notes Shannon Waller Contact Information: W – www.st...
2025-06-2647 minLand to LotsE78- Today's Land Market with Greg VogelIn this episode of Land to Lots™, Carter Froelich speaks with Greg Vogel, Founder and CEO of Land Advisors Organization—the nation's largest land-only brokerage firm. Together, they discuss key forces shaping the national land market, including technology's impact on land transactions, the evolving role of land and lot banking, and how developers are adapting to high borrowing, labor, and material costs. They also dive into critical issues like Arizona's long-term water availability and broader economic and political trends that could influence future development decisions. In this episode, you'll learn: How tech...
2025-06-1239 minLand to LotsE77- Chris Voss on the Art of NegotiationsIn this episode, Carter sits down with legendary FBI hostage negotiator and the author of Never Split the Difference, Chris Voss to unpack the art of negotiation. From tactical empathy to the power of "no," learn proven strategies you can use in every deal. Don't miss this masterclass—tune in now and level up your negotiation game In this episode, you'll learn: What is Tactical Empathy. How to Mirror and why it is important. Why "no" is an opportunity. The importance of a Black Swan in negotiation. How much money real estate executives leave on the ta...
2025-05-2951 minLand to LotsE76- Interview with Mike Moser – CEO of Starwood LandIn Episode 76 Carter talks with Mike Moser the CEO of Starwood Land Company. During the interview Mike discusses past work experiences and how his tenure at Taylor Woodrow set him up for success at Starwood along with lessons he's learned as he transformed Starwood Land from an opportunistic fund into one of the largest MPC developers in the United States. In this episode you'll learn: Leadership lessons learned at Taylor Woodrow. The secret of negotiating land sales with home builders. The relationship between Starwood Land and Starwood Capital. The importance of a top-notch reliable team. How...
2025-05-1536 minLand to LotsE75- Interview with Carter Froelich on Fields to Fortune Part 2In Episode 75 of Land to Lots™, Launch Principal Pam Giss continues her interview with Carter Froelich, author of Fields to Fortune - Planning Your Bigger Future - the first book in the Land to Lots™ trilogy. Together, the trilogy explores how the proven process of The Launch Sequence™ helps developers plan for and achieve greater project returns. From establishing a Project Vision™ to optimizing financing based on client goals, Carter breaks down the steps that Launch professionals utilize to guide land developers and builders through the complex steps of planning, entitling, and establishing financing strategies for their master p...
2025-05-0123 minLand to LotsE74- Interview with Carter Froelich on Fields to FortuneIn Episode 74 of Land to Lots™, Launch Principal Pam Giss interviews Carter Froelich, author of Fields to Fortune - Planning Your Bigger Future - the first book in the Land to Lots™ trilogy. Together, the trilogy explores how the proven process of The Launch Sequence™ helps developers plan for and achieve greater project returns. From establishing a Project Vision™ to optimizing financing based on client goals, Carter breaks down the steps that Launch professionals utilize to guide land developers and builders through the complex steps of planning, entitling, and establishing financing strategies for their master planned communities. U...
2025-04-1717 minLand to LotsE73- Interview with John Cecilian & Phil Worland Part 2 | Cecilian PartnersIn this episode, Carter Froelich continues his conversation with John Cecilian and Phil Worland, co-founders of Cecilian Partners, about how technology is transforming the master-planned community (MPC) industry. They discuss how digital solutions are making it faster and easier for MPC developers and homebuilders to deliver a seamless customer experience when purchasing a home. They also explore how a centralized data platform allows developers and builders to store, manage, and utilize data more efficiently, helping to streamline lot inventory management, eliminate spreadsheets, and resolve communication gaps between stakeholders. In this episode you'll learn: ...
2025-04-0339 minLand to LotsE72- Interview with John Cecilian & Phil Worland | Cecilian PartnersIn this episode, Carter Froelich speaks with John Cecilian and Phil Worland, co-founders of Cecilian Partners, about how technology is transforming the master-planned community (MPC) industry. They discuss how digital solutions are making it faster and easier for MPC developers and homebuilders to deliver a seamless customer experience when purchasing a home. They also explore how a centralized data platform allows developers and builders to store, manage, and utilize data more efficiently, helping to streamline lot inventory management, eliminate spreadsheets, and resolve communication gaps between stakeholders. In this episode you'll learn: The importance...
2025-03-2022 minLand to LotsE71 - Interview with John Burns of John Burns Research and ConsultingOn this episode of Land to Lots™ Carter interviews John Burns, Founder and CEO of John Burns Research and Consulting, about key issues impacting the homebuilding and land development industries. In this episode, you'll learn: The demographic changes shaping the homebuilding industry Expectations for new home affordability How subsidiaries of Japanese companies are competing with the public builders Recent shifts in the capital markets Key factors driving master-planned community (MPC) sales John Burns Email – jburns@jbrec.com Website – www.jbrec.com Top Selling MPCs - https://jbrec.com/insights/top-50-master-planned-communities-2024-rankings-new-home-neighborhoods/ Millrose Article - https://www.th...
2025-03-0643 minLand to LotsE70- Interview with DADCO - Underwriters of the Forward Funding Launch Bond® Part 2In Episode 70 of Land to Lots™, Carter continues his talks with Kyle Thomas and Sam Hartman of DA Davidson on the non-rated municipal capital markets and Texas MUD Forward Funding Launch Bond®. In this episode series you'll learn: The state of the non-rated municipal bond market; How and Why DADCO is the largest bond firm issuing non-rated bonds in the US; DADCO's secret sauce of achieving incredible coupon rates for developers; How DADCO works with Launch to issue the MUD Forward Funding Launch Bond® Show NotesWebsite – www.dadco.com Kyle Thomas – Managing Director, P...
2025-02-2044 minLand to LotsE69- Interview with DADCO - Underwriters of the Forward Funding Launch Bond®In Episode 69 of Land to Lots™, Carter talks with Kyle Thomas and Sam Hartman of DA Davidson on the non-rated municipal capital markets and Texas MUD Forward Funding Launch Bond®. In this episode series you'll learn: The state of the non-rated municipal bond market; How and Why DADCO is the largest bond firm issuing non-rated bonds in the US; DADCO's secret sauce of achieving incredible coupon rates for developers; How DADCO works with Launch to issue the MUD Forward Funding Launch Bond® Show NotesWebsite – www.dadco.com Kyle Thomas – Managing Director, Public Finance
2025-02-0620 minLand to LotsE68- "Turning Your Land into a Brand" with Toni Alexander Part 2In this episode, Carter continues his talks with Toni Alexander, the President and Creative Director of Intercommunications on branding and telling the story of your project. In this episode, you'll learn: 1) How do you turn your land into a brand? 2) What's the "Big Idea" behind a marketing campaign? 3) How do you develop your brand promise? 4) What role does story telling plan in branding dirt? 5) How has AI and computer-generated graphics changed the marketing of development projects? Show Notes Contact Information Toni Alexander (P) 949-644-7520 (E) talexander@intercommunications.com Web...
2025-01-2328 minLand to LotsE67- "Turning Your Land into a Brand" with Toni AlexanderIn this episode, Carter talks with Toni Alexander, the President and Creative Director of Intercommunications on branding and telling the story of your project. In this episode, you'll learn: 1) How do you turn your land into a brand? 2) What's the "Big Idea" behind a marketing campaign? 3) How do you develop your brand promise? 4) What role does story telling plan in branding dirt? 5) How has AI and computer-generated graphics changed the marketing of development projects? Show Notes Contact Information Toni Alexander (P) 949-644-7520 (E) talexander@intercommunications.com Website...
2025-01-0926 minLand to LotsE66- Interview with Nicholas Julian on Land Use and DevelopmentIn this episode of the Land to Lots™ podcast, Carter speaks with Nicholas Julian, Senior Program Manager specializing in land use at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). With a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification and a strong background in project management, Nick addresses critical issues in land development and housing production. Based in Washington, DC, Nick plays a pivotal role in supporting builders, developers, and stakeholders, advancing NAHB's mission of advocating for the housing industry and promoting sustainable development practices. Carter shares his experiences working with Nick, his predecessors, and the NAHB Land De...
2024-12-1948 min
Fuel Your Mind With This Captivating Full Audiobook — Perfect On A Rainy Day.Fields to Fortune: Planning Your Bigger Future by Carter FroelichPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/97597to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Fields to Fortune: Planning Your Bigger Future
Series: The Land to Lots Trilogy, Book 1
Author: Carter Froelich
Narrator: Carter Froelich
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 21 mins
Release date: 12-09-24
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Project Management
Publisher's Summary:
Author Carter Froelich, a seasoned financial professional in land development, began providing his expert advisory services to the private sector in the mid-1980s. In Fields to Fortune, Carter shares his wealth of knowledge, showing you how to master The Launch Sequence™ and equipping you with all the necessary tools to...
2024-12-091h 21Land to LotsE65- Interview with Dan Sullivan on Thinking About Your Thinking and 10X Growth In this episode, Carter talks with Dan Sullivan the founder of the entrepreneurial coaching program Strategic Coach. Carter has been involved in the Strategic Coach program for over 10 years and the program has transformed his businesses and his entrepreneurial freedoms. In this series of podcasts, Dan shares in insights on: The importance of Thinking About Your Thinking. How to leverage your Dangers, Opportunities and Strengths (DOS) Unique Ability The Entrepreneurial Freedoms Why 10X growth is easier than 2x growth The changing world environment and why the US is uniquely positioned to benefit from this change. Sho...
2024-12-0550 minLand to LotsE64 -Interview with Craig Coppola on Do Nothing in Moderation – Success in Real Estate and Life Part 2In this episode, Carter continues his talks with Craig Coppola, author of "The Fantastic Life" and a founding principal of Lee & Associates Arizona. Craig joins us today to share powerful concepts for living a fantastic life. As a top-producing office broker with over 40 years of experience, Craig has mastered the art of building game-changing business relationships through persistence, grit, and determination Craig's journey from professional athlete to successful entrepreneur offers unique insights into personal growth and achievement. He has competed in ultra-marathons, won a world championship in Taekwondo, and scaled mountain peaks around the globe. ...
2024-11-1424 minLand to LotsE63 -Interview with Craig Coppola on Do Nothing in Moderation – Success in Real Estate and LifeIn this episode, Carter talks with Craig Coppola, author of "The Fantastic Life" and a founding principal of Lee & Associates Arizona. Craig joins us today to share powerful concepts for living a fantastic life. As a top-producing office broker with over 40 years of experience, Craig has mastered the art of building game-changing business relationships through persistence, grit, and determination Craig's journey from professional athlete to successful entrepreneur offers unique insights into personal growth and achievement. He has competed in ultra-marathons, won a world championship in Taekwondo, and scaled mountain peaks around the globe. Today, we'll...
2024-10-3123 minLand to LotsE62- US Supreme Court Decision – Sheetz v. El Dorado County, CA (DIF) Part 2Carter continues discussions the implications and importance of the US Supreme Court's decision in the matter of Sheetz v. El Dorado County, CA and how this decision lays the groundwork for further litigation in how development impact fees are estimated and imposed in the state of California specifically and the US generally. In this episode you'll learn: What is the case of Sheetz v. El Dorado County, CA? What are levels of service? What is the importance of Nollan and Dolan? What is AB 16000? How will the Sheetz case impact the amount of development fees charged...
2024-10-1715 minLand to LotsE61- US Supreme Court Decision – Sheetz v. El Dorado County, CA (DIF)In this episode, Carter discusses the implications and importance of the US Supreme Court's decision in the matter of Sheetz v. El Dorado County, CA and how this decision lays the groundwork for further litigation in how development impact fees are estimated and imposed in the state of California specifically and the US generally. In this episode you'll learn: What is the case of Sheetz v. El Dorado County, CA? What are levels of service? What is the importance of Nollan and Dolan? What is AB 16000? How will the Sheetz case impact the amount of development...
2024-10-0325 minLand to LotsE60- Discussions with Andrés Duany (DPZ)In Episode 60, Carter talks with Andrés Duany who, along with his wife, Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, is the founding partner DPZ CoDesign. DPZ is best known for the "rediscovery" of neighborhood structures which influenced the design of Seaside, the acclaimed project renowned for its traditional town plan, streetscapes, meeting places and buildings. Following up on Seaside, the firm proposed a re-integration of urban components within traditional neighborhood development which became the model for regulation of compact mixed use neighborhood developments throughout the Country. In this episode, you'll learn: What is traditional neighborhood development (TND). H...
2024-09-1946 minLand to LotsE59- Interview with David Oliver on the Challenges and Opportunities of Financing Texas Infrastructure (3 of 3)This is the conclusion of Carter's conversation with David Oliver, a partner with Allen Boone Humpries Robinson (ABHR), one of Texas' leading public finance law firms specializing in municipal utility district (MUD), Water District (WD) and municipal management districts (MMDs) and why these types of public financing vehicles are critical to developing and financing Texas master planned communities. In this episode you'll learn: What is a MUD? How have MUDs evolved over the years? Why MUDs are critical for funding large scale master planned communities. The difference between a MUD and a public improvement district (PID...
2024-09-0529 minLand to LotsE58- Interview with David Oliver on the Challenges and Opportunities of Financing Texas Infrastructure (2 of 3)In this episode, Carter continues his conversation with David Oliver, a partner with Allen Boone Humphries Robinson (ABHR), one of Texas' leading public finance law firms specializing in municipal utility district (MUD), water district (WD) and municipal management districts (MMDs) and why these types of public financing vehicles are critical to developing and financing Texas master planned communities. In this episode you'll learn: What is a MUD? How have MUDs evolved over the years? Why MUDs are critical for funding large scale master planned communities. The difference between a MUD and a public improvement district (PID...
2024-08-2217 minLand to LotsE57- Interview with David Oliver on the Challenges and Opportunities of Financing Texas InfrastructureIn this episode, Carter speaks with David Oliver, a partner with Allen Boone Humpries Robinson (ABHR), one of Texas' leading public finance law firms specializing in municipal utility district (MUD), Water District (WD) and municipal management districts (MMDs) and why these types of public financing vehicles are critical to developing and financing Texas master planned communities. In this episode you'll learn: What is a MUD? How have MUDs evolved over the years? Why MUDs are critical for funding large scale master planned communities. The difference between a MUD and a public improvement district (PID)? How do...
2024-08-0824 minLand to LotsE56 – Delivering Lots On Scale To Builders With Tim Johnson Of Land Tejas (2 of 2)In the second and final part of this insightful series, Carter continues his conversation with Tim Johnson, the Director of Community Sales and Marketing for Land Tejas, diving deeper into the strategies and processes behind delivering residential lots on scale to home builders. In this episode, we continue our in-depth discussion on: 1. What the phrase '5 Stars Or No Stars' means and who uses it; 2. The use of Crystal Lagoons as a community and regional amenity; 3. The impact of Crystal Lagoons on home sales; 4. Key factors in selecting builders...
2024-07-2524 minLand to LotsE55- Delivering Lots on Scale to Builders with Tim Johnson of Land TejasIn this episode, Carter talks with Tim Johnson, the Director of Community Sales and Marketing for Land Tejas, one the largest land developers in Texas on delivering residential lots to home builders on scale. Show Notes Tim Johnson Contact Information – a. Email - tjohnson@landtejas.com b. Phone - 713.783.6702 Land Tejas WebsiteStarwood Land WebsiteRCLCO Top Selling MPCs Launch / RCLCO Top 50 MPC Infrastructure Trends- The Launch Bond Plus: Whenever you're ready here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: 1) Prepare a Special Tax District...
2024-07-1124 minLand to LotsE54 - Revolutionizing Master Plan Communities with Uri ManIn this episode, Carter talks with Uri Man, the CEO of The Lagoon Development Company, about what motivated him to start the Lagoon Development Company and the impact it has had on the landscape of MPC amenity offerings. In this podcast, you'll learn: The planning process that goes into launching a lagoon in an MPC The regulations pertaining to a lagoon and how to build them efficiently What other amenities naturally accompany a lagoon Plus: Whenever you're ready, here are 4 ways Launch Development Financing Advisors™ (Launch) can help you with your project: Prepare an...
2024-06-2737 minLand to LotsE53 - Understanding and Impacting Internal Rates of Return (2 of 2)In this episode Carter discusses 27 strategies to impact the three components of IRR. Plus: Whenever you're ready, here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare an Initial District Bond Sizing for Your Project – If you have a project in excess of 250 acres in AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX or UT, contact Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Get your Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis at https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Add Favorable Financing Language to Annexation and/or Development Agreements – Create...
2024-06-1334 minLand to LotsE52- Understanding and Impacting Internal Rates of Return (1 of 2)In this episode Carter discusses Internal Rates of Return ("IRR"), why its important and what are the three components and levers of IRR. Plus: Whenever you're ready, here are 4 ways Launch can help you with your project: Prepare an Initial District Bond Sizing for Your Project – If you have a project in excess of 250 acres in AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, NC, NM, SC, TX or UT, contact Carter Froelich (ADD MY EMAIL LINK) and have Launch prepare an initial bond analysis for your project. Get your Complimentary Bond Sizing Analysis at https://form.jotform.com/231376408765160 Add...
2024-05-3011 minLand to LotsE51- Creating a Master Planned Community with Paul Johnson and Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki (4 of 4)In this episode Carter continues his conversation with Paul Johnson, the former Executive Vice President of Community Development of Rancho Mission Viejo Company as well as Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki the Founder of TST-Ink an integrated Marketing and Communication firm. Over Paul's 30-year tenure with Rancho Mission Viejo Company he was involved in the development of Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera, and Los Flores. Teri has worked collaboratively with Paul over the years in the creation of the vision, placemaking, branding and soft programing for Rancho Mission Viejo's projects. In this Land To Lots™ Podcast series, Paul and Teri discuss the...
2024-05-1616 minLand to LotsE50- Creating a Master Planned Community with Paul Johnson and Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki (3 of 4)In this episode Carter continues his conversation with Paul Johnson, the former Executive Vice President of Community Development of Rancho Mission Viejo Company as well as Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki the Founder of TST-Ink an integrated Marketing and Communication firm. Over Paul's 30-year tenure with Rancho Mission Viejo Company he was involved in the development of Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera, and Los Flores. Teri has worked collaboratively with Paul over the years in the creation of the vision, placemaking, branding and soft programing for Rancho Mission Viejo's projects. In this Land To Lots™ Podcast series, Paul and Teri discuss the...
2024-05-0221 minLand to LotsE49- - Creating a Master Planned Community with Paul Johnson and Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki (2 of 4)In this episode Carter continues his conversation with Paul Johnson, the former Executive Vice President of Community Development of Rancho Mission Viejo Company as well as Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki the Founder of TST-Ink an integrated Marketing and Communication firm. Over Paul's 30-year tenure with Rancho Mission Viejo Company he was involved in the development of Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera, and Los Flores. Teri has worked collaboratively with Paul over the years in the creation of the vision, placemaking, branding and soft programing for Rancho Mission Viejo's projects. In this Land To Lots™ Podcast series, Paul and Teri discuss th...
2024-04-1821 minLand to LotsE48- Creating a Master Planned Community with Paul Johnson and Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki (1 of 4)In this episode Carter speaks with Paul Johnson, the former Executive Vice President of Community Development of Rancho Mission Viejo Company as well as Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki the Founder of TST-Ink an integrated Marketing and Communication firm. Over Paul's 30-year tenure with Rancho Mission Viejo Company he was involved in the development of Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera, and Los Flores. Teri has worked collaboratively with Paul over the years in the creation of the vision, placemaking, branding and soft programing for Rancho Mission Viejo's projects. In this Land To Lots™ Podcast series, Paul and Teri discuss the planning an...
2024-04-0429 minLand to LotsE47- The Launch Sequence – Managing A Special District Financing (4 of 4)In this episode Carter discusses the fourth stage of The Launch Sequence™ in which the project's financing is managed, administered and reimbursements for public infrastructure are received. In The Launch Sequence™ this is called the Management Phase of the financing. In this podcast you'll learn: What it the Lookback Diagnostic Review; Why would a company want to perform a Lookback Diagnostic Review; What are the reasons for companies losing track of reimbursable costs. Plus: Whenever you're ready, here are 4 ways Launch Development Financing Advisors™ (Launch) can help you with your project: Prepare an Initial Distri...
2024-03-2120 minLand to LotsE46- The Launch Sequence – Managing A Special District Financing (3 of 4)In this episode Carter discusses the third stage of The Launch Sequence™ in which the project's financing is managed, administered and reimbursements for public infrastructure are received. In The Launch Sequence™ this is called the Management Phase of the financing. In this podcast you'll learn: What is the Developer's Continuing Disclosure Obligation; Why is Continuing Disclosure a vital component of the bond issuance process; What has to be reported via the Continuing Disclosure process; How Launch works to issue new bonds to keep funds flowing for the developer. Plus: Whenever you're ready, here are 4 ways Laun...
2024-03-0711 minLand to LotsE45- The Launch Sequence – Managing A Special District Financing (2 of 4)In this episode Carter discusses the third stage of The Launch Sequence™ in which the project's financing is managed, administered and reimbursements for public infrastructure are received. In The Launch Sequence™ this is called the Management Phase of the financing. In this podcast you'll learn: What documents do you need to get reimbursed from your bond funding; What happens if you don't have all of the required reimbursement documents; How can you track all of the required documents necessary for reimbursement; What is the Launch Reimbursement System™ (LRS) and how can it make your life easier; How ca...
2024-02-2218 minLand to LotsE44- The Launch Sequence – Managing A Special District Financing (1 of 4)In this episode Carter discusses the third stage of The Launch Sequence™ in which the project's financing is managed, administered and reimbursements for public infrastructure are received. In The Launch Sequence™ this is called the Management Phase of the financing. In this podcast you'll learn: What is the Management Process ; Why is the Management Process the most important stage of the financing; What are the rules related to procuring public improvements; What happens if you don't follow these requirements; What are the typical means of Public Bidding and how are they different; What are Launch's Public Bidd...
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Relish The Full Audiobook That Keeps Thriller Fans Hooked.Land to Lots by Carter FroelichPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/79002to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Land to Lots
Author: Carter Froelich
Narrator: Jim Bull
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 54 mins
Release date: 01-29-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Investing & Trading
Publisher's Summary:
What if you knew how to borrow money you didn’t have to pay back? For real estate developers, the strikes might feel against you; with land, material costs, and interest rates all rising. Thankfully, there’s a smarter way to structure real estate development projects through the borrowing of construction funding that will be repaid by others. Special district fina...
2024-01-291h 54Land to LotsE43- The Launch Sequence – Implementing A Special District Financing (2 of 2)In this episode Carter discusses continues his explanation of the second stage of The Launch Sequence™ in which the project's financing plan outlined in The Finance Plan™ is executed. In this podcast you'll learn: The formation process related to the Special District; How to accelerate the District formation and bond issuance process; How to ensure that your special assessment liens are in line with your projections and the market; Why its important to have a trained financing professional review the bond indenture to ensure that the financing documents are consistent with that which was planned in The...
2024-01-2519 minLand to LotsE42- The Launch Sequence – Implementing A Special District Financing (1 of 2)In this episode Carter discusses the second stage of The Launch Sequence™ in which the project's financing plan outlined in The Finance Plan™ is executed. In The Launch Sequence™ this is called the Implementation Phase of the financing. In this podcast you'll learn: What is the Implementation Process and why is it important; Why developer's cannot rely on underwriters to execute their Project's finance plan; The importance of checking the consistency of all Special District financing document to The Finance Plan™ and entitlement documents; What is The Project Financing Checklist™ and why is it important to the financ...
2024-01-1118 minLand to LotsE41- An interview with Rick Severance of Wellen Park (Mattamy Homes) on PlacemakingIn this episode Carter speaks with Rick Severance, the President at Wellen Park (Mattamy Homes) on the importance and art of placemaking in master planned communities. In this podcast you'll learn: What is placemaking; How place making has evolved over time; The difference in placemaking between a new and existing project; Common mistakes developers make in their attempt to create a "place"; The relationship between hard and soft programming in placemaking; and Lessons learned over the years in the trenches. Show Notes:Wellen Park – www.wellenpark.com Mattamy Homes – www.mattamyhomes.com Seaside – www.se...
2023-12-1437 minLand to LotsE40 - An interview with Chris Bley of IHP Capital Partners on Private EquityIn this episode Carter speaks with Chris Bley the Co-President of IHP Capital Partners on the role and importance of private equity in the MPC capital stack. In this podcast you'll learn: The characteristics that private equity is looking for in a project and operator; Why land is a great investment vehicle for equity; Where equity is looking to deploy capital; The typical private equity deal structure; and Lessons learned over the years in the trenches. Show Notes:IHP Website – www.ihpinc.com Sunfield – www.sunfieldtexas.com Chris Bley – cbley@ihpinc.com Pl...
2023-11-3033 minLand to LotsE39- An interview with Tom Woliver of the Oxland Group on MPC AmenitiesIn this episode Carter speaks with Tom Woliver the Co-President of the Oxland Group on the changing face of master planned community ("MPC") amenity packages. In this podcast you'll learn: How have MPC amenity package evolved over time and why; The art of balancing the provision of amenities over the phasing of the project; Typical costs for providing "standard" amenities; Creating amenities that evolve over time; The interplay of hard scape and soft programing; and The most important amenity of a MPC. Show Notes: Oxland Group Website – www.oxlandgroup.com Painted Tree – www.pain...
2023-11-1646 minLand to LotsE38- Planning a Project Financing – The Launch Sequence™ Planning Process (Part 3 of 3) In Episode 38 Carter concludes his discussion into the planning process related to a project financing utilizing the unique process developed by Launch over 35+ years of working on over 500 projects around the United States. In this episode you'll learn: What can be done to Reduce, Eliminate and/or Defer infrastructure costs. How to estimate your Development Impact Fee Credits? Should you consider establishing your own Development Impact Fee? Why doing a Fiscal Impact Analysis is critical to identifying and structuring a financing analysis. How are all financing mechanisms assembled and communicated to the jurisdiction/agency thr...
2023-11-0219 minLand to LotsE37– Planning a Project Financing – The Launch Sequence™ Planning Process (Part 2 of 3) In Episode 37 Carter continues his deep dive into how to plan a project financing utilizing the unique process developed by Launch over 35+ years of working on over 500 projects around the United States. In this episode you'll learn: What can be done to increase the "shopping basket" of eligible facilities available for financing. The key metrics to consider when estimating a project's bonding capacity. Why a Cost Segregation Analysis™ is important. The preparation of the "ask" list. How to create an effective metric for Cost Sharing Agreements. Show Notes: The Launch Sequence™Plus: W...
2023-10-1927 minLand to LotsE36- Planning a Project Financing – The Launch Sequence™ Planning Process (Part 1 of 3)In Episode 36 Carter does a deep dive into how to plan a project financing utilizing the unique process developed by Launch over 35+ years. In this episode you'll learn: The components of The Launch Sequence™ Why The Project Vision™ dictates the direction of the financing Why it's important to pick one return metric – IRR or Nominal Dollar What bonds create a larger IRR or Nominal Dollar return Why The Project DOS™ is critical to your financing Other financing tools and vehicles available to finance public infrastructure The meaning and importance of The RED Analysis™. What Launch provides versus an...
2023-10-0528 minLand to LotsE35 - Adding Favorable Financing Language to Development AgreementsIn this episode Carter discusses the importance of adding favorable financing language to annexation agreements, development agreements and financing agreements to ensure the greatest degree of certainty, flexibility and control related to your project's financing. In this podcast you'll learn: What common district financing language should be included and why; How to increase the amount of eligible costs available for financing through district financing; Creating reimbursement language that accelerates the repayment of infrastructure costs benefiting other landowners; Language that will accelerate cash into your proforma and increase your project's IRR. What language maximizes land value…..and mu...
2023-09-2120 minLand to LotsE34- Interview with Randy Rollo on the First Ever – MUD Forward Funding CAB (2 of 2)In this episode Carter continues his interview with Randy Rollo, President of Randolph Texas Development, related to his tax exempt $36.5MM – Municipal Utility District ("MUD") Forward Funding Capital Appreciation Bond on this Lariat project located in Liberty Hill, Texas. Randy's transaction represents the first of its kind tax-exempt, non-recourse bond issuance which essentially "forward funded" future MUD bonds thereby accelerating cash into the project proforma. In this podcast you'll learn: Lessons learned during the bond issuance process; Why Randy would do another MUD Forward Funding CAB; The future of MUD Forward Funding CABs and, much more. ...
2023-09-0721 minLand to LotsE33- Interview with Randy Rollo on the First Ever – MUD Forward Funding CAB (1 of 2)In this episode, Carter talks with Randy Rollo, President of Randolph Texas Development, related to his tax exempt $36.5MM – Municipal Utility District ("MUD") Forward Funding Capital Appreciation Bond on this Lariat project located in Liberty Hill, Texas. Randy's transaction represents the first of its kind tax-exempt, non-recourse bond issuance which essentially "forward funded" future MUD bonds thereby accelerating cash into the project proforma. In this podcast you'll learn: How and why the MUD Forward Funding CAB was created; What is the MUD Forward Funding CAB; The advantages of the MUD Forward Funding CAB; Randy Rollo: Rrol...
2023-08-2423 minLand to LotsE32 – Accessing Capital for Residential DevelopmentIn this episode of Land to Lots™, Carter talks with Mike Zarola, Managing Director of Land Advisors Capital, and Chris Shiota, CEO and President of Lakebridge Capital, two of the industry's leading experts related to the provision of debt and equity for residential for sale development projects. In this podcast you'll learn: The impact of rising interest rates and construction costs on the capital markets. What key metrics and criteria the equity and debt markets favor in relation to placing capital. How the existence of special districts (CFD, CDD, MUD, PID, etc.) impacts the credit decision. Wha...
2023-08-1038 minLand to LotsE31 – Interview with Tony Avila on the Current Status of the Development and Home Builder Mergers and Acquisitions MarketIn episode 31, Carter interviews Tony Avila of Builder Advisor Group in relation to the current state of mergers and acquisitions in the development and home building industry. www.builderadvisorgroup.com In this episode you'll learn: What is the current state of the development and home builder mergers and acquisition market? If the increase in mortgage rates and lack of acquisition and development financing impact has made private home builders more willing to consider a sale to a larger builder? What are the most important metrics that buyers consider when considering the acquisition of a builder? Tony's most...
2023-07-2723 minLand to LotsE30- MUD Forward Funding Capital Appreciation BondGET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In Episode 30, Carter discusses the creation of MUD Forward Funding Capital Appreciation Bond ("CAB") and why this new non-recourse, tax exempt, long term financing will prove to be an invaluable component of capital stack for Texas development projects utilizing MUD financing. In this episode you'll learn: How the Land Secured Launch Bond transaction led to the development of the CAB. What three disparate financing structures make up the CAB. The timing challenges with MUD financing that the CAB addresses. The financial benefits of the...
2023-07-1323 minLand to LotsE29 – Interview with Carter Froelich on Carter's Book – Land to Lots (Part 2 of 2)GET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In this Episode, Pam Giss (Launch Principal) interviews Carter on his book "Land to Lots – How to Borrow Money You Don't Have to Pay Back and LAUNCH Master Planned Communities." In this two-part series you'll learn: Why Carter wrote the book. What is the importance of being IRR driven or nominal dollar driven in relation to structure bond transactions? What is the Launch Sequence? Lessons learned over 30 years of working with developers. How to create certainty and flexibility in transactions. How to reduce or el...
2023-06-2919 minLand to LotsE28 – Interview with Carter Froelich on Carter's Book – Land to Lots (Part 1 of 2)GET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In this Episode, Pam Giss (Launch Principal) interviews Carter on his book "Land to Lots – How to Borrow Money You Don't Have to Pay Back and LAUNCH Master Planned Communities." In this two-part series you'll learn: Why Carter wrote the book. What is the importance of being IRR driven or nominal dollar driven in relation to structure bond transactions? What is the Launch Sequence? Lessons learned over 30 years of working with developers. How to create certainty and flexibility in transactions. How to red...
2023-06-1620 minLand to LotsE27- Recouping Oversizing CostsGET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In this episode Carter Froelich discusses strategies for recouping infrastructure costs associated with jurisdictional oversizing requirements. In this episode you will learn how to: Reduce performance bond costs; Prevent jurisdictions from requiring oversizing; Require that jurisdictions fund the oversizing; Defer oversizing costs; Establish reimbursement agreements / mechanisms; Fund financing costs associated with oversizing. Get all the shownotes here Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Connect with Carter Froelich Connect With Launch Development Finance Advisors Carter Froelich – 480-828-9555 / car...
2023-06-0214 minLand to LotsE26- Show Me the Money!!GET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In this episode, Carter interviews Launch's Reimbursement Service Business Segment Leader, Curry Froelich on the intricacies involved in processing Reimbursement Binders related to Special Districts. In this episode you'll learn: The most common mistakes developers make that can cost them millions of dollars as it relates to reimbursement processing. How you can easily track your company or division's reimbursements. How to manage your reimbursement cash flows. The biggest challenge in reimbursement processing which can bring your reimbursement process to a screeching halt. Contact...
2023-05-1622 minLand to LotsE25- Presentation to the NAHB Related to the Arizona's Supreme Court Decision Favoring the Southern Arizona Home Builders AssociationGET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE This episode of Land to Lots, represent the recorded March 30, 2023, presentation given by Carter Froelich and David Godlewski, the President of The Southern Arizona Home Builders("SAHB"), to the National Association of Home Builders ("NAHB") – Land Development Subcommittee, related to the January 2023 Arizona Supreme Court's decision in favor of SAHB's action against the Town of Marana (Town") associated with the Town's increase in Water and Waste Water Development Impact Fees. In this episode you'll learn about: The concepts of "rough proportionality" and "levels of serv...
2023-05-0425 minLand to LotsE24- Carter Interviews Tripp Davenport of FMS Bonds On Texas PID OpportunitiesGET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In this episode, Carter interviews Tripp Davenport, Director of FMS Bonds on the use of Public Improvement Districts ("PIDS") to finance public improvements in the state of Texas. This episode will provide information on: Why the PID should be considered a public private partnership; Why is the PID similar to equity; What "surprise" should Texas developer be ready for when using a PID; How a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone ("TIRZ") can combine with a PID to increase the bonding capacity of a PID; What...
2023-04-2038 minLand to LotsE23 – The Project Diagnostic™ (Part 3 of 3)GET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In this episode, Carter Froelich continues his discussion of The Project Diagnostic™ focusing on the use of development impact fee service areas and, creating reimbursement mechanisms to make other benefiting landowners pay for their share of infrastructure costs If you haven't listened to Episodes 21 and 22, we encourage you to review these episodes before moving to Episode 23. In part three of this three part series you will learn about: Setting up a separate service area for you project to collect Development Impact Fees specifically for you...
2023-04-0609 minLand to LotsE22 – The Project Diagnostic™ (Part 2 of 3)GET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE In this episode, Carter Froelich continues his discussion of The Project Diagnostic™ focusing on the use of special purpose taxing districts, Cost Segregation Analysis™ and development impact fees as a means to offset infrastructure costs. If you haven't listened to Episode 21, we encourage you to review this episode before moving to Episode 22. In part two of this three part series you will learn about: Why special purpose taxing district are critical to the financing of public improvements. Establishing a competitive ad valorem tax rate equiva...
2023-03-1613 minLand to LotsE21 – The Project Diagnostic™ (Part 1 of 3)GET YOUR COPY OF THE LAND TO LOTS BOOK HERE The Project Diagnostic™ is a systematic review that developers should consider undertaking on a regular basis to ensure that they are doing everything possible to: accelerate cash into the project's proforma, create certainty and flexibility in their entitlement structures and to reduce, eliminate and defer costs. In part one of this three part series you will learn about: What is The Project Diagnostic™? Why developers should continually review their project's entitlements. Key financing ingredients every development agreement should include. Reducing, eliminating and/or deferring infr...
2023-03-0918 minLand to LotsE20- Launching MPCs with The Launch Sequence™ (Part 2 – Implementation & Management)In this episode, Carter Froelich discusses the Implementation of the Project Finance Plan™ and the on-going management of the Project financing; all of which was laid out in the Planning Phase of The Launch Sequence (Refer to Part 1). In this episode you will understand: Pitfalls to avoid during the establishment of the district Why its important to have a "traffic cop" managing all of the consultants Who is in charge of reviewing bond documents for consistency of financial matters established during the Planning Phase of The Launch Sequence™ What happens when the district is established and bond...
2023-02-2319 minLand to LotsE19- Launching MPCs with The Launch Sequence™ (Part 1 – Implementation)In this episode, Carter Froelich discusses how you can "create once and deliver everywhere" with The Launch Sequence™. In this first of a two part series, Carter discusses the Planning Phase of The Launch Sequence™ in which the developer investigates various financing strategies to allow them to best achieve their business plan. In this episode you will understand: Why The Project D.O.S. Conversation™ is the basic building block of the transaction. Ensuring that you're not pricing yourself out of the market Enhancing project returns using The RED Analysis™ The impact of various financing structures on proje...
2023-02-0918 minLand to LotsE18 – Greg Vogel Discusses the Land Market in Changing TimesIn this episode, Carter Froelich interviews Greg Vogel, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Land Advisors Organization (LAO) on issues facing the land market in uncertain and changing times. In this episode you'll learn: The typical real estate cycle. What's different during this market cycle than others in the past. How land transactions can be structured in changing times. Challenges and opportunities in changing markets. Contact Land Advisors Here Contact Greg Vogel Here Get all the shownotes here Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Connect with Carter Froelich
2023-01-2621 minLand to LotsE17- Sustainable Development - Babcock RanchIn this episode, Carter discusses sustainable development with Tom Hoban, President of Kitson & Partners and how these principals are being employed throughout their top selling 17,000 acre Babcock Ranch master planned community located near Fort Meyers, Florida. During the podcast Tom drills down on how sustainable development techniques protected their homeowners from the potentially disastrous impacts of hurricane Ian and why the home buying public is embracing this type of development. In this episode you'll learn about: 1) How to collaborate with environmental groups and have them become your ally during the entitlement process. 2) What s...
2023-01-1236 minLand to LotsE16- Common Jurisdictional DIF MistakesIn this episode Carter discusses what you need to know related to the most common challenges and mistakes made by jurisdictional consultants while preparing development impact fees studies. In this episode you will learn: The 5 most common errors made in development impact fee studies; What impact fees cannot be used for. Concepts to implement today if facing new development impact fee Check out the DIF Errors PDF Here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jopvD3UhnKxd5AQcnBb-p-d1LyHMzSFD/view?usp=share_link Get all the shownotes here - https://landtolots.co...
2022-12-2932 minLand to LotsE15- Supercharging Texas Project Returns: The PID/TIRZ Part 2In part two of this two part series, Carter and Tim Green of Coats Rose, wrap up their discussion of the financing power created by adding a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) to a public improvement district (PID) and the impact that the PID/TIRZ combination has to enhance a project's overall capital structure and overall project returns. Here's a glimpse of what you'll discover in this series: • How can the PID and TIRZ function together? • What impact does the TIRZ have the project's equivalent property tax rate? • How does a TIRZ increase the bonding capacity of a PI...
2022-12-1622 minLand to LotsE14- Supercharging Texas Project Returns: The PID/TIRZ Part 1In this two part series, Carter and Tim Green of Coats Rose, explore the financing power of adding a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) to a public improvement district (PID) and what this combination can do to enhance a project's overall capital structure and returns. Here's a glimpse of what you'll discover in this two part episode: • What's a PID and a TIRZ? • How can the PID and TIRZ function together? • What impact does the TIRZ have the project's equivalent property tax rate? • How does a TIRZ increase the bonding capacity of a PID? • What can be funded b...
2022-12-1522 minLand to LotsE13 - Qualifying Grading Costs as an Eligible District CostIn this episode, Scott Emery, Principal of Qtative, provides his insight and recommendations on how to ensure that a portion of your project's grading costs will qualify for funding through a special district financing. This topic is one we're constantly asked about, so I thought its time to talk to the expert. Email Scott- SEmery@Qtative.com To subscribe to the Land to Lots Podcast: Land to Lots podcast – Hosted by Carter Froelich Get all the shownotes here - https://landtolots.com/ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here
2022-12-0125 minLand to LotsE12- What Makes a Top-Selling MPC? Part 2This is part two of our two-part series with Pam Giss (Launch) and Karl Pischke (RCLCO) discussing the elements and financing structures that make for a top-selling master-planned community. The series is based upon RCLCOs and Launch's Top 50 Selling Master Planned Communities (Infrastructure Financing Mechanisms) Report. If you missed Part 1 please go back and listen to that first. Check out the Top-Selling Master-Planned COmmunities of Mid-2022 from RCLCO Here - https://www.rclco.com/publication/the-top-selling-master-planned-communities-of-mid-2022/ To subscribe to the Land to Lots Podcast: Land to Lots podcast – Hosted by Carter Froelich Get...
2022-11-1828 minLand to LotsE11- What Makes a Top-Selling MPC? Part 1In this two-part series, Pam Giss (Launch) and Karl Pischke (RCLCO) discuss the elements and financing structures that make for a top-selling master-planned community. The series is based upon RCLCOs and Launch's Top 50 Selling Master Planned Communities (Infrastructure Financing Mechanisms) Report. Check out the Top-Selling Master-Planned COmmunities of Mid-2022 from RCLCO Here - https://www.rclco.com/publication/the-top-selling-master-planned-communities-of-mid-2022/ To subscribe to the Land to Lots Podcast: Land to Lots podcast – Hosted by Carter Froelich Get all the shownotes here - https://landtolots.com/ Learn more about Launch Development Fina...
2022-11-1723 minLand to LotsE10- What Makes the Houston Real Estate Market So Successful?As the Land Advisor Houston Land Conference will be held on November 3rd, 2022; I thought it would be helpful to release the Land to LotsTM podcast interview with Kirk Laguarta and Duane Heckman, Advisors with the Houston office of Land Advisors, on why the Houston land market remains one of the most successful reals estate markets in the country. To register for the Houston Land Conference: Houston Land & Housing Forecast 2022 Tickets, Thu, Nov 3, 2022, at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite To subscribe to the Land to Lots Podcast: Land to Lots podcast – Hosted by Carter Froelich Get al...
2022-10-2530 minLand to LotsE9- The DOS ConversationThe DOS Conversation is what Carter Froelich and his team do in initial meetings with clients. This conversation allows Launch Development Finance Advisors to get a picture of the client's goals and the dangers needing to be eliminated. Today Carter is diving into the DOS Conversation and how it is used. Enjoy! Download the DOS Converstaion Form Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IBQ1YXo_7z6xdwUsbmtsvKsTP5qMY8a_/view?usp=sharing Get all the shownotes here - https://landtolots.com/ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here - ...
2022-10-2011 minLand to LotsE8- How the Market is Changing with Pete ReebIn this episode, Carter is joined by Pete Reeb from Clarity Real Estate Advisors, one of California's premier real estate market feasibility advisor. Today they are discussing the ever changing market and how Pete continues to navigate it. Download Pete's VCard Here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IouLD6fCmCI97vD8CM97zWBJE6pgkdcB/view?usp=sharing Connect with Pete: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-reeb-a4843916/ Get all the shownotes here - https://landtolots.com/ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here - https://www.launch-dfa.com...
2022-10-0627 minLand to LotsE7- Maximizing the Bottom LineWelcome back to The Land to Lots™ podcast! In this episode Carter discusses how to maximize revenues and reduce, eliminate or defer expenditures through the Project Diagnostic ™ review. We have been bringing great episodes every week and will now be adjusting our uploads to every other week. So make sure you subscribe, follow, and turn on your notifications so you never miss an episode! Let's get into this episode focusing on our Project Diagnostic Review. Enjoy! Download the Project Diagnostic Review Powerpoint Here https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1u5I-Neij509KFHmKnuN_jXaXavd3afPk...
2022-09-2226 minLand to LotsE6- Funding Infrastructure out of Bond Proceeds with Tim GreenIn this episode, Carter interviews Tim Green, one of the leading legal experts in Texas about the power of using PIDs to fund public infrastructure costs. You can learn more about Tim Green by clicking here - https://www.coatsrose.com/ Tim's Contact Information: TGreen@coatsrose.com 713-651-0111 Get all the shownotes here - https://landtolots.com/ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here - https://www.launch-dfa.com/ Connect with Carter Froelich Here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carter-froelich-64765716/
2022-09-1331 minLand to LotsE5- 10 Questions Developers SHOULD Ask About Public Financing (Part 2)Welcome back to the Land to Lots™ podcast for part 2 of our series on the Top 10 Questions Developers SHOULD Ask. This is a great completion to the series and I know you are going to enjoy it! If you haven't listened to Part 1 please go back and listen to that first- Part 1 on Apple Podcast Part 1 on Spotify Part 1 on Amazon _______________________________________________________________ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Connect with Carter Froelich Here Connect With Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Carter Froelich hosts the La...
2022-09-0124 minLand to LotsE4- 10 Questions Developers SHOULD Ask About Public Financing (Part 1)Last week we finished part 2 of our series on the Top 10 Questions Developers Ask and today on The Land to Lots™ podcast we are sharing the Top 10 Questions Developers SHOULD Ask About Public Financing. I hope you enjoy it! _______________________________________________________________ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Connect with Carter Froelich Here Connect With Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, and mitigate risk...
2022-08-2721 minLand to LotsE3- 10 Common Questions Asked by Developers About Public Financing (Part 2)The Land to Lots™ podcast is back with another episode! This is part 2 in our series of The 10 Common Questions Asked by Developers About Public Financing. If you missed part 1 make sure you go back and listen to that episode first. Part 1 on Apple Part 1 on Spotify
2022-08-1825 minLand to LotsE2- 10 Common Questions Asked by Developers About Public Financing (Part 1)Welcome back to Land to Lots™ podcast! We are excited to bring you episode two, The 10 Common Questions Asked by Developers About Public Financing (Part 1). This is part 1 and we will conclude this episode next week so be sure to return. Until then, take notes and enjoy this episode with your host, Cart Froelich! _______________________________________________________________ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Connect with Carter Froelich Here Connect With Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shar...
2022-08-1130 minLand to LotsE1- How Can You Borrow Money You Don't Have to Pay Back?Welcome to the first episode of Land to Lots! In this episode, our host and managing principal, Carter Froelich, will be discussing the strategies involved with borrowing money you don't have to pay back to finance infrastructure. Take notes and enjoy! _______________________________________________________________ Learn more about Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Connect with Carter Froelich Here Connect With Launch Development Finance Advisors Here Carter Froelich hosts the Land to Lots™ podcast powered by Launch Development Finance Advisors. Carter shares how he and his team help their clients finance infrastructure, reduce costs, an...
2022-08-0515 min
Mike D'Arrigo's tracksAnalyzing the performance of a portfolioThis week we talk about how to evaluate potential real estate investments and analyze the financial performance of your portfolio in the future. My guest is Carter Froelich, the creator of The Property Ledger which, a web based real estate software tool that helps evaluate the anticipated financial returns of real estate investments.
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