What makes a great developer? Vision? Persistence? Financial acumen? Probably all that and more.
We asked leading affordable housing developers from around the country to share the hard-earned lessons they’ve learned during their careers.
They tell us about the importance of surrounding yourself with great people, the usefulness of breaking down big problems into a series of small ones, the value of humility, and more.
Here are the valuable insights they’ve gleaned in building successful affordable housing enterprises.
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Focus on Hiring the Best
The NRP Group's J. David Heller shares values-driven approach.
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Break Down Big Problems
Developer Jonathan Rose shares how he tackles large projects.
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Look for Acquisition Opportunities
Land banking has worked for LIHI's Sharon Lee.
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Build for Resilience
McCormack Baron Salazar's Vince Bennett shares lessons learned in recent hurricanes.
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Foster a Culture of Trust
Mercy Housing's Jane Graf shares tips for collaborating with partners.
