🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers

🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers Podcast with Kristi Kandel & Raphael CollazoThis podcast was created to break down the barriers of entry into development and make it as familiar as flipping a house or house-hacking a duplex.We feature:- Weekly interviews with local developers sharing their projects- Think Like a Developer Minisodes: live in-progress deals- Insights from strategic partners like brokers, architects, engineers, and lenders- Exclusive Developer VaultMost US Cities have fewer than 10,000 residents. We don’t need more outside investors, we need more locals taking action.

🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers is a business podcast hosted by Kristi Kandel, with 80 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kristi Kandel hosts 🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers, a business show with 80 episodes published.

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  Episode #67

  How Local Developers Build One Step at a Time | EP#67

  Aug 18, 202637 minS1

  What if becoming a developer isn’t about having all the answers but having the courage to take the next step? In Episode #67, Raphael Collazo and Kristi Kandel get real about how they went from first-time investors and nervous beginners to building commercial projects and community-focused developments. They share the fear behind their first deals, lessons from finding lenders and partners, the power of starting small, and why local developers have a major advantage: they know their communities. But development doesn’t have to be a solo game. That’s why Raphael and Kristi created LRED to bring local developers, investors, lenders, and industry professionals into the same room to share ideas, solve problems, build relationships, and create opportunities together. You don’t need millions to start. You need the right people, the right knowledge, and the courage to take the next step. Join the LRED community and get in the room with people who are actually building. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/uP7TtgI_isY Developer Vault: http://www.localrealestatedeveloper.com/developer-vault-optin Connect with Kristi: Website: https://kristikandel.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristikandel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-kandel-4b650a12/ Connect with Raphael: Website: http://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commercial_louisville/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/ About the Show The Local Real Estate Developer Podcast is for locals who want to build in their own communities. Real projects. Real lessons. No gatekeeping #localrealestatedeveloper #lred #lredmeetup #realestatedevelopment #communitydevelopment #localdevelopment #realestateinvesting #commercialrealestate #realestatedeveloper #buildlocal #investlocal #realestatepodcast #realestatecommunity #developmentcommunity #realestateeducation

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  Episode #65

  Why Every Local Real Estate Developer Should Be at the LRED Meetup | EP#65

  Aug 4, 202611 minS1

  What if one weekend could completely change how you see real estate development? REGISTER: https://www.localrealestatedeveloper.com/lred-meetup-2026 In this episode, Raphael Collazo and Kristi Kandel share what to expect at the first-ever Local Real Estate Developer Conference in Louisville, Kentucky. From inspiring keynote speakers and adaptive reuse site tours to honest conversations about project failures, networking, and building stronger communities, this event is designed to help aspiring and active developers take the next step. Development isn't about having all the answers, it's about learning from people who are actively doing the work and building the relationships that help you overcome the inevitable challenges every project brings. The biggest projects don't start with millions of dollars, they start with someone willing to raise their hand, build relationships, solve problems, and believe they can make their community better. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/rlOOvACFSsU Developer Vault: http://www.localrealestatedeveloper.com/developer-vault-optin Connect with Raphael: Website: http://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commercial_louisville/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/ Connect with Kristi: Website: https://kristikandel.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristikandel/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-kandel-4b650a12/ About the Show The Local Real Estate Developer Podcast is for locals who want to build in their own communities. Real projects. Real lessons. No gatekeeping #localrealestatedeveloper #realestatedevelopment #communitydevelopment #buildlocal #localdevelopers #adaptiveReuse #placemaking #commercialrealestate #urbanrevitalization #mixeduse #developerconference #realestateinvesting #affordablehousing #networking #louisville #kentucky #buildyourcommunity #localleadership #smalltowndevelopment #realestatepodcast

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  Episode #66

  How One Small Idea Can Transform an Entire Town | EP#66

  Aug 2, 202655 minS1

  What if your community doesn't need another billion-dollar project... it just needs someone willing to care? For years, cities have chased mega-projects, outside investors, and expensive revitalization plans believing bigger budgets lead to better communities. But what if the biggest transformation starts with something much smaller? In this episode, urban planner and Ash & Lime founder Rik Adamski shares why thriving towns aren't built by waiting for someone else to invest, they're built by local people who choose to act. Drawing from decades of experience in planning, downtown revitalization, and community building, Rik reveals how vacant storefronts, walkable neighborhoods, third places, and incremental development can breathe new life into struggling communities. Inspired by movements like Strong Towns, Better Block, and tactical urbanism, he makes a compelling case that meaningful change doesn't require billions of dollars, it requires people who care enough to start. If you've ever looked around your hometown and thought, "Someone should do something," this episode is a reminder that someone could be you. Full Episode: Developer Vault: http://www.localrealestatedeveloper.com/developer-vault-optin Guest Rik Adamski Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikadamski/ About the Show The Local Real Estate Developer Podcast is for locals who want to build in their own communities. Real projects. Real lessons. No gatekeeping. #localrealestatedeveloper #communitydevelopment #incrementaldevelopment #strongtowns #placemaking #urbanplanning #buildlocal #thirdplaces #downtowndevelopment #realestatedevelopment

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  Episode #64

  The Retirement Money Most Developers Never Think to Use | EP#64

  Jul 28, 202650 minS1

  Raising capital doesn't always mean finding new investors. In this episode, Kaaren Hall reveals how self-directed IRAs can unlock retirement dollars to fund real estate development projects. Learn how developers can access an overlooked source of capital, build investor trust through transparency, and navigate the realities of partnerships, financing, and growing a development business. After losing her job during the Great Recession, Kaaren founded UDirect IRA Services and helped thousands of investors take control of their retirement savings. She shares how self-directed IRAs work, common mistakes to avoid, and why understanding this tool can open doors for both investors and local developers. This episode is for anyone who wants to raise capital more creatively, reduce reliance on traditional banks, and build projects that create lasting impact in their community. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/RSt6ZI5D6Tw Developer Vault: http://www.localrealestatedeveloper.com/developer-vault-optin Guest Kaaren Hall Website: https://x.com/uDirectIRA Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaarenhall/ Instagram: instagram.com/udirectiraservices/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWAycexbDjYjHh8R8goug0A About the Show The Local Real Estate Developer Podcast is for locals who want to build in their own communities. Real projects. Real lessons. No gatekeeping #localrealestatedeveloper #communitydevelopment #realestatedevelopment #buildlocal #selfdirectedira #privatecapital #capitalraising #commercialrealestate #realestateinvesting #localdevelopers

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  Episode #63

  Building 100 Affordable Homes With No Real Estate Experience | EP#63

  Jul 21, 20261h 3mS1

  Most people wait until they have experience. Alex Martinsen built a team and started anyway.After exiting a successful construction business, Alex took on an entirely new challenge: building 100 affordable homes in his first year of real estate development.In this episode, he shares how relationships, partnerships, private capital, and a simple land acquisition strategy are helping solve one of America's biggest housing challenges. From finding deals through Facebook Marketplace to raising millions without traditional financing, Alex proves that taking action beats waiting for the perfect moment.If you're ready to stop making excuses and start building in your own community, this episode is for you. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/KYfwscjcyv0 Developer Vault:http://www.localrealestatedeveloper.com/developer-vault-optinGuestAlex MartinsenLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmartinsen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexmartinsen_/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@landhomepackage About the ShowThe Local Real Estate Developer Podcast is for locals who want to build in their own communities. Real projects. Real lessons. No gatekeeping#localrealestatedeveloper #realestatedevelopment #affordablehousing #attainablehousing #communitydevelopment #landdevelopment #privatecapital #manufacturedhomes #buildlocal #realestatepodcast

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