In this episode of the Land Development Podcast, Derek Temple from Temple Real Estate Services joins the show. Derek shares his career journey with us, detailing the shift from various post-college jobs to eventually finding his place in the real estate industry. He talks about the different roles he’s had and how they’ve contributed to his current expertise in land development, emphasizing the practical and hands-on nature of his work.
Derek opens up about working with his brother, discussing both the challenges and benefits of their partnership. He gives listeners an insider look into his current work, focusing on the practical aspects of his company’s projects, from small builds to larger developments, and shares his perspective on the real estate market’s direction.
In concluding the episode, Derek reflects on the practical lessons learned throughout his career, highlighting the importance of patience and adaptability in the real estate industry. He talks about the value of gathering diverse opinions and how they’ve influenced his business decisions.
Ryan sits down with Peter Murphy Lewis to talk about how storytelling can help developers and builders attract better talent and build stronger teams. They break down simple, practical ways to use video and real stories to stand out in today’s labor market.
Keith Miller joins the show to talk about his focus on building attainably priced homes at scale in Montana, why he’s using factory-built housing, and what it really takes to bring new supply to fast-growing markets.
Ryan and Charles break down falling homebuyer demand, a heated TikTok debate on millennial housing choices, a proposed property tax hike in New York City, and what a shrinking U.S. population could mean for developers.