Podcast
Ground Up Developers
Hosted by SC Builders · EN
Learn how to invest in various types of residential real estate projects, including new construction, fix-and-flips, long-term rentals, and Airbnbs. There's no need for prior knowledge; we're here to teach you the real estate game from the ground up. By listening to this podcast, you can save yourself from unnecessary mistakes and stress that come from a lack of knowledge. You'll learn the ins-and-outs of real estate investing, even if you're starting from ground zero.
Throughout the show, we will bring in licensed professionals (general contractors, realtors, architects, etc.) to learn specific tips and tricks that will save you money and raise your profit on every project.
This podcast is run by Ernest and Anthony Aguilar, a father-and-son duo. With 20+ years of residential real estate experience, they will be teaching you the ins-and-outs of real estate investing so that you can build your real estate portfolio from the ground up. We'll be teaching simple and complex concepts, all in an easy-to-understand manner.
Follow us, and let's build wealth together.
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Builder Sentiment, March Home Builder Survey - Increasing Land Acquisition, Cancellation Rates Dropping Off
Mar 9, 202300:05:10Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we discuss home developer sentiment using findings from John Burns' Home Builder Survey released on March 6th, 2023. This survey consists of interviews of 300+ housing executives responsible for building 2,800+ housing communities in over 90 US metros. Summary: From a down sentiment in Q4 of 2022 and January 2023, February boosted builder sentiment, pushing cancellation rates down and land acquisition efforts back up.Important findings include: Large builders focusing on entry-level communities rather than move-upProject cancellation rates reducing back to normal in most areas. Builders reviving their land acquisition efforts in Q1 of 2023Sales have slowed down, but are still remaining strong. Large builders look like they'll continue to build large housing communities.
Transcribe →Fed Rate Hikes, Mortgage Buydowns, Affordability, and Inflation - February US Housing Market Update
Feb 26, 202300:08:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Anthony Aguilar discusses the US Economy and Real Estate Market as of February 16th, 2023, including topics revolving: Fed Rate HikesMortgage Buydowns 2023 and 2024 single-family home price predictionsHousing AffordabilityUS Economy (jobs, wages, inflation)Enjoy the episode.
Transcribe →San Antonio - Real Estate Market Update - January 2023
Feb 20, 202300:07:09Tap to summarizeThis episode discusses the good, bad, and ugly of the real estate market in San Antonio, Texas. Using the most recent statistics (January 31st, 2023) from the San Antonio Board of Realtors, Anthony Aguilar shares important information regarding the existing and new construction real estate market, including total sales, days on market, and rental rates. Understanding the current state of a real estate market is crucial when investing because you'll be able to make informed investment decisions with correct due diligence numbers. Enjoy the episode.
Transcribe →How to Invest in New Construction - STEP-BY-STEP
Jun 23, 202200:56:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Ernest Aguilar and Anthony Aguilar discuss how to successfully invest in residential new construction.This is a 1-hour long episode with TONS of information, so make sure to get your pen and paper ready.We tell you exactly how to invest in new construction, from A to Z.This includes:Finding off-market lotsCompleting due diligenceFinding a great general contractor (and how to pay them!)Getting bids from contractorsPlanning & Permitting (surveys, zoning, replat)Construction Loans and how they workArchitecture & EngineeringThe steps of the build phaseHow to buy material and leverage your drawsRefinancing in today's current market... AND MORE!
Transcribe →Bouncing Back: Bankruptcy to Multi-Millionaire with David Franco
Mar 22, 202200:38:21Tap to summarizeToday, we talk with David Franco, a man who's experienced first-hand the ups-and-downs of the real estate market. After the 2007-2008 market crash, David Franco relied on a good mindset, personal development, and a solid proximity to bounce back back from bankruptcy and reach numerous achievements in the real estate space.Some of David Franco's accomplishments include:100+ Flipped PropertiesMultiple apartment flips & BRRRs (Buy-Rehab-Rent-Refinance-Repeat)Selling 50+ homes / year as a realtorFeatured on Wall Street Journal for house flippingIn this episode, we discuss:The 2007-2008 Market CrashMitigating RiskHaving the right mindset and proximity for successSingle-Family vs Multi-Family InvestingAdvice for Beginning InvestorsPassive Income vs Earned IncomeCommon Investor MistakesStay tuned.You can find David Franco on Instagram @davidrhinafranco
Transcribe →Analyzing Real Estate Markets
Mar 3, 202200:38:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we discuss specific statistics and signs to look at when analyzing a real estate market, including: Population GrowthEmployment Growth AffordabilityHousing InventoryWe discuss the advantages and disadvantages of in-state and out-of-state investing, and how you can use the market you live in to give you creative ideas for the market that you want to invest in. Throughout the episode, we use San Antonio, TX (where we invest) as an example of how to choose a real estate market. Speakers: Anthony Aguilar & Ernest Aguilar
Transcribe →Introducing the Ground Up Developers
Feb 10, 202200:07:11Tap to summarizeToday, we're introducing ourselves and what this podcast is about. We are a father-son duo who invests in residential real estate. Our team has had 20+ years of experience in real estate. We've completed various types of projects, including new construction, rehabs, long-term rentals, and Airbnbs. Our portfolio has grown significantly, and we're here to teach you how to do the same. There's no need for prior knowledge; we're here to teach you the real estate game from the ground up.
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