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We are real estate developers. We created this site to learn from other developers & the architects, engineers, urban planners, lawyers, and financiers with whom we partner to create places.

Where it all started

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It Pays to Be Historical

It Pays to Be Historical

David Schwarz is a prolific architect based in Washington, DC. He has tackled challenges like the Dallas Mavericks basketball arena,…
Here Comes the Neighborhood

Here Comes the Neighborhood

When a developer decides to do a project that involves many parcels and many buildings, they have to develop a…
Before You Try Skyscrapers (Building Your First Building)

Before You Try Skyscrapers

Architects tired of being overruled, urban planners who feel like they’re on the sidelines, real estate brokers who want to create…
There is No Theory

There Is No Theory

So you’re a real estate developer, but you want your work to be informed by the best that architecture has…
All in Good Fund

All in Good Fund

In real estate, you can either build new properties (what a developer does) or buy existing properties (what an investor…

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Whether you’re an elected official trying to understand “the numbers”, a young analyst in need of onboarding, or a seasoned professional trying to learn more about raising capital, we’ve got courses to fast track your learning.

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We’ve read, listened, watched, and browsed so much content online and have begun to curate a list, by category, of valuable articles, videos, and resources we think you should check out.

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The Birth of a Building

An introduction to aspects of finance, law, urban planning, architecture, engineering, and construction which underlie this fascinating event.

“Jargon-free, educated, and packed with relevant analogies–highly recommended for anyone who wants to be a developer.”

Dr. Andrew Baum

Professor

“This is the perfect text for an introductory course. It’s a clear, concise, and relevant summary of the development process.”

Lauren Loften

Lecturer

“…Ben has captured the wisdom of several disciplines and shared those insights in an accessible, enjoyable way. I highly recommend it!”

Jamie Luque

Associate Professor

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