Ep31 Behind the Scenes of Land Development with Nathan Drew and Scott Kelly

Navigate the challenges of land development as Nathan Drew and Scott Kelly, seasoned real estate pros, share their journeys from the 2008 financial crisis to success in land development. They discuss rising interest rates, lot transactions, and the future of Midwest real estate. Listen now to gain a deeper understanding of the real estate landscape!

What you’ll learn from this episode

• The evolution of the lot sales market over the years

• Interest rates impact on land development

• Importance of mitigating risk in land development

• Challenges in affordability of land and construction

• How farmland appreciation has complicated land acquisition

Resources mentioned in this episode 

• People's Company

• D.R. Horton

• Google Earth

• The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover

• A Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl | Paperback and Kindle

• The Almanack of Naval Ravikant | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover

• Moneyball by Michael Lewis | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover

About Nathan Drew and Scott Kelly

Nathan Drew is Des Moines' and Omaha's top land broker and development expert, specializing in helping land developers, homebuilders, and landowners navigate the complexities of buying, selling, and developing land. Understanding the significant risks involved, he offers a powerful combination of brokerage, market intelligence, and consulting services. Whether addressing pricing issues, avoiding overdevelopment, managing complicated due diligence, or providing timely access to the right deals, Nathan brings analytical discipline to every opportunity, ensuring his clients avoid costly and time-consuming missteps.

Scott Kelly is a seasoned land development and brokerage professional from Newton, Iowa. With a solid background in real estate, he has built his career by working with major companies like People's Company and DR Horton, where he gained extensive experience in land acquisition, development services, and brokerage across the Des Moines metro, Iowa City, Omaha, and Kansas City areas. After nearly a decade at People's Company and a successful stint at DR Horton, Scott has spent the last four years partnering with Nathan Drew, focusing on development services and land brokerage. Known for his pragmatic approach and deep industry knowledge, Scott is committed to helping clients navigate the complexities of land development and real estate transactions.

Connect with Nathan and Scott

• Website: Drew Realty

• Facebook: Drew Realty

• Instagram: @drewrealty

• X: @drewrealtyusa

• Email: nathan@drewrealtyusa.com

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