In this deep-dive episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Brendan Cobb to discuss why many ground-up developers struggled in 2024–2025 and how to pivot for success in 2026. Brendan breaks down his "Land Development Accelerator" model, which focuses on forcing appreciation through government approvals rather than taking on the high risk of vertical construction.

Whether you are a land flipper looking to scale or a passive investor seeking downside protection, this episode reveals the blueprints for institutional-grade land development.

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Timestamps

0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik welcomes Brendan Cobb
1:54 - The 3 Phases of Real Estate Development Explained
2:03 - Phase 1: Land Entitlement & Forcing Appreciation
2:27 - Phase 2: Horizontal Infrastructure & Selling Lots
2:39 - Phase 3: The Risks of Vertical Construction in 2026
5:11 - The Arbitrage Model: Controlling Land Without "Hard Money"
6:03 - Collaborating with Cities: Turning Farmland into Housing
10:25 - Case Study: Creating a $30,000 Per Unit Spread
23:50 - The Affordability Crisis & The Future of Mortgage Rates
27:47 - Macro Analysis: $7 Trillion in Debt and the Fed’s Next Move

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At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible.

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